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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1942-09-17, Page 7' THURS., SEPT: 17,1942 e THE CLINTON NEWS -RECORD HOUSEHOLD ECONOMI a 04.04441,11.040,1, Make The most of your Tea e i CARE OF CHILDREN COOKING PAGE 7 6,044iNINNYI4NNIVVAPIJI,T. 1^0. MIT -10,0,1411,0,4 HEALTH. THIS MODEST CORNER IS DEDICATED TO THE POETS HereThey Will Sing You Their. ;Songs --Sometimes Gay, Sometimes Sad—But Always helpful and Inspiring. 'SEPTEMBER I Only a baby,"starting off to school, :And scarce 1 b ;September is the month of beginning y, een'away from home at agait lI watch the new plaid gingham skip- ping by. -.And hair -bow butterflies, remember- ing when 'One of those twittery little girls was 1. • `The month of the clean slate, the book unmarked. Long yellow pencils, and crayons yet unchewed: Of new -rigged vessels ready to be em- • harked ''On foreign seas for skylines yet un - viewed. Still I remember the eestaoy of going Down the long street beneath the gold- en en trees, 'The music of new adventure through. Me flowing. 'Sounding its magic in a thousand keys. 'The smell of my gingham dress like a breath of pure "Washed air, sweet as the meadow grass is sweet,. A Big Ben tablet, fragrantly to en- dure, With odors of wood at the sawmill in every sheet. The clacking of stout new shoes, so thunderous after all. I wish his Daddy could have seen the smile, The sturdy all-important air With which he slung the book -bag round his neck, So careful not to disarrange his hair. Dear God: Please make his teacher understand. His little lisp; a tooth fell out last week-- Some eek—Some words are very hard to recog- nize, And he's so shy—he may not even speak. I've always been .there—just to take his hand ed; pleas When he gets frighten a don't let her scold. If teachers only kne'v iron mothers love These small now pupils only six years old! FEDERAL AID By Millicent Taylor The little gray seheol at the cross- roads • Stands silent, it windows a blank, Its door bleakly shut, and its flagpole Up -pointed, stript whitely; while rank Grow grassesand weeds in play yard. No bus conies, its youngster to spill. The little gray school at the cross- roads. :A summer of bare feet padding Stands empty and wistful and stili. through velvet dust, ''The school yard coming alive with. For democracy's got to be fought for, screams and Laughter, That schools, we believe in remain;• Scurrying children and leaves in a So the teacher went off to the army, single gust. Or left to weld warship and plane, Still in September I feel like beginning !There's no one to show little Nancy, again: 'And p1aY time is all time for Bill: long for plaid gingham, a tablet The little gray school at the cross- new shoes on my feet, roads 'There are lessons thin wait to be Stands useless and frustrate, and learned, even now as then; still "Let me go with the children today down the golden street! The job isn't easy; we know that. It's the biggest we ever togk en. Isabelle Bryans Longfellow But while -we are fighting to save things IIs it right that their schooling be gone? If Peter and Jane were your kiddies, Would you accept this as your will, And let the gray school at the cross- roads Stand teacherless.,einpty, and still? AT THE END OF THE WIIARI+ (Lake Superior) Here, from the wharf Now weak' and old. The sky is more Than half the world. Yet many suns "Shine from the lake That rustles- like A quiet book. BIeached timbers,, planks,. And rope -smooth piles :Half: frame a group. Orf far, white sails s Above a rower Who rests his oar, 'Three gulis'support `Their wings on air,. Here' every thought Becomes, a dream, And, peace again Has found a home. Wade Yan Dore OFF TO SCHOOL (Dorothy Dembrille) 'O• God: Please make his teacher kind and good; 't hope she'll understand he's very small-, LONDON BRIDGE CANN.OT FALL DOWN "London Bridge is falling down," we hear the mad Hun cry; Each cityshorn, each village torn, by terror from the sky False thought of victory nearly won, and losses, they deny, They have forgotten force can't win unless the spirit die, For London Town is not a mass of , iron, atone, and link. I But rather an immortal bridge of what her people think, With greater span than built by man, with even greater goal, And ties that stretch from shore to shore for freedom, life and. soul. This London Bridge cannot fall down. or know another' reignl• Far,. it is built of Englishmen whose hearts. from every chain. ' -Travers t eorge Laskey, in the Lon don Times +ineenearre, ,F,�.......:.r..,.: n Board Ship ----'—.-- By 'PEG Throughout the ages many inter- esting and historic events have taken place on board ship —On April 26 1625, Brebeuf, together` with Masse and Charles •Falemant' set sail from Dieppe Franke to arose the !three thousand' mites of Atlantic. Ocean to help bring civilization to Canada. The name Dieppe has been very much in- the headdlines during recent days because of the gallant charge 'made there by the Canadians. It is re- ported that while our men were go- ing to France the padre of one -of the boats stood up facing the Hien of whom he had charge. By the light of an electric torch he read to therm •that wonderful pasage from the sixth .chapter of Ephesians: "Finally, my trethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might, put on. the whole armour of God; that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principal- ities against powers, against the ruI- ers of darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places - 'wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all to stand. "Could ther have been a more beautiful admoni tion to Hien who were going out to fight for us, many of them to die! In 1625 Brebeuf left Dieppe, France and came to Canada h, order to teach a gospel which would be the means of making peace among the Indian tribes here. He and his companions were mercilessly slain, they, after un- itold torture gave their lives for the cause which they represented. One can hardly believe that over. three centuries later Canadians armed forces, sailors and airmen would• set sail from Britain and at the same place Dieppe, would engage the enemy in battle and courageously show to the world that they would give their' lives if necessary, and many of them did, in order. that savagery and brut- ality every bit as bad as than shaven by the Indians should be stamped out. Civilization is again at stake. The Indians had no knowledge at that thne of Christ. The world to -day has for the most part had every opportunity of knowing about our Saviour, - but instead of Butting on- the whole ar- mour of God they have donned the armour of their country. Things have got to such a state that there does not seem to be anything elso to do. The traditions of our country must be up- held but God, alone now can help_ us through to victory. The children in an English Sunday School were told that during the in- auguration of the President of the'Jn- ited States that the chief executive had to kiss the Bible, opened at a cer- tain chapter and verse. The children were asked to final out just what'that verse was, one lad wrote first to a newspaper and to several other places but with -out success. Finally he wrote to President Roosevelt. Through the American Consul the word came hack that the verse was 1 Corinthians 18:1. "Though I speak with the tongues of men and angels, and have not charity, I an beam=as sounding brass and a tinkling `symbol." What a blessing it would- be if the world would use words of love such as Christ. used! Had we done so we would not to -clay be waging the battles we are doing. ones. It is impossible to imagine the thoughts of those who had forsaken their Lord and, who were going, into His presence unprepared. May God grant that while yet' there is time we may each one, turn to Him and be ready when the call comes for us. We know not the day nor the hour but it- does not matter as long as we are ready. As we read the life of Jesus Christ there are many instances with which "ships" are connected'. Tri the four- teenth:chapter of Matthew we -have that beautiful story of Christ walking on the water, Following the miracle of the five thousand Jesus had re- mained on shore to -send the multi; away and. to pray. The wind was: contrary and the disciples were 'afraid on acbcunt of the tossing of the waves. Their fear was intensified when they saw what they supposed was a spirit walking en the water, Jesus, for it was He, .calmed their fears by saying "Be of good cheer; it is I; be not .afraid."- Peter in his ery to the Lord showed+ that he, like Thomas', at time doubted "Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water" Christ said "Come. Peter, his e fears momentarily calmed, stepped over the Side of the boat and took a few step's. Then fear overcame - him again and, as he belt himself sinking he cried "Lord save me," "and mediately Jesus stretched forth his hand and caught him." What a beauti- ful thought is in that word "immed- iately" Jesus did not leave Peter to struggle in his fear. He did not help hint until Peter acknowledged His ab- ility to do so, but immediately Peter cried unto Him Christ „was there to help hint. • In Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Tor- onto, there is a monument which has been erected to the memory of the members of the Salvation Army who were drowned when the "E'mpress' -ef Ireland" .sank in the St. Lawrence River, The story of the last few mo- ments of that terrible tragedy, as told by the survivors, is very beautiful. In spite of the shock following the- col lision and the realization of impend ixirg destruction, those -brave repre- sentatives of the Lord were able to gather others about them and point out to them the way of Eternal life and as that great Palace of the Sea was sinking and, the cruel waters were gradually creeping up they gathered around their bands and sang hymns. Those who were prepared to 'go must have found untold joy in the. thought that they would soon be with their Saviour and with: their loved That is indeed a wonderful lesson to eaeh one of be. Christ is standing at the door of our hearts. He is wait- ing, waiting for us to invite Him in. If we have not Christ in our hearts we have His, adversary :and Christ will not come in as long as the devil is there, We have to make the choice. When Jesus lifted Peter out of the water He said "0 thou of Iittle faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?" Have we any doubt but that Jesus can save us?, So much of our time is Spent in doubting. ' We pray, but at the same time we doubt that our prayers will be -answered. God will give us only what is best for us. As the ship of our life rides on clay after day will- we not take Jesus Christ on board- as our Pilot. Theta and only then -will we be ready for any emergency which may arise. •"I do not know and none can tell What God has planned to, do for inc. . But thisI know that all is well,— Of all unknown He holds the key. I do not know, but,I can rest; To Him is fully known the way; To Trust Him simply is the best, And simply follow day by day. - I deo not know, but I can praise: My Heavenly Father will arrange All for :my good the coming days, I know His love will - never change." "PEG" T REFRESHMENTS I'm going out! I'm tired of tables, chairs I'm tired of walls that hedge me all about; - I'm tired of rooms and ceilings. carp- ets, stairs,' And -so—I'm going out! ' Somehow or other what I need today Are skies, and birds that carol, winds that shout! I want Dame Nature's friendship, Thus lsay "Good-liye—I'm going out!" It's just house -tiredness. Trivial hum- drum strain! Monotony! But I've 'climbed the hill' My heart refreshed, will laugh and sing again, Dear home! I'll love it still! TIE MIXING 1101NL By ANNE ALLAN" Hydro Home Economist FIGHTIN' FOODS Hello Homemakers! As a worker in the home line of defenab, isn't it your job to plan Nutri -thrift menus? Of course, making plans is only half the battle—if you abuse cooking principles, you lose the fight. "Fightin' Food" is baked to con- serve vitamins and minerals with- out changing flavour or appearance. Given' good recipes, make sure your baking action is - right, Here are some tips to ensure success: 1. Make acouracy your password. People who consistently turn out good foods are not lucky. .they are accurate. 2. Good judgement is the next es- sential. It's nice to have .available everything you want, but one seldom has and good udgment will make the best possible useof what you have. 3. Certainty- that a dish is good before it is served is a fine point. Tastes differ and we are -=saving on sugar, so a nibble would satisfy you that everyone will be happy. Appear- ance is important "eye -appeal" food really helps keep up -moral at, the table. NUTRI-THRIFT MENU Cereal with Raisins, Bran Muf- fins, Honey, Coffee or Milk. Mock Drumsticks, Green Beatis-• Browned Potatoes, Radishes and Shredded Lettuce, Berry Pudding. Vegetable Omelette, Shredded Gre- ens with Russian - Dressing, Cup Calces with Fresh Fruit. - Bran Muffins 1 cork flour. 1 tsp. soda, 1 tsp. salt 2 cups bran, 1 cup milk, 2 cup cup" molasses, 1 egg, well beaten (if desired) - Mix and sift flour, soda and salt. Add other ingredients. Bake in but- tered muffin tins 30 to 40 minutes in electric oven at 375 deg. Makes 18 muffins. MOCK DRUMSTICKS 11/2 lbs. meat (beef or veal), 2 cups cornflakes,' 2 eggs, 1 tsp: salt, '14 cup water. Cut meat into six or seven oblong- shaped pieces. Roll and fasten with skewers. Roll in cormflake crumbs. then into beaten eggs and again in crumbs. Brown in melted fat in hot frying pan, Add '/L cup water, ,cover and!bake in electric oven at 350 deg, for 55 minutes. Note: Bake complete meal in the oven, cutting potatoes and beans in small pieces. Place potatoes around meat; use hot water for beans and pudding so that each dish will be cooked in the given time. Plum and Apple Jans •(Requested) 3' qts. plums, 6 tart green apples, water, granulated sugar, Wash and Out plmns; wash .quar- ter and peel apples. Combine plums and apples together and barely cover With water. Cook until fruit is soft' Measure fruit and add sugar in the in the proportion of 1 eup.of fruit to 111 cup sugar. Bring to a boil with electric element turned to . "High" and cook for about 18 minutes or •until jam is jelly-like, in consistency. Pour into sterile jars and seal. If plum stones are' stubborn to remove, leave them in untilfruit is cooked. They'will come to the top and May easily be removed before sugar is added. ` - TAKE A TRIP:' 1. Remind everyone in your house- hold to use drugs sparingly; screw tops -on tightly;'•use each bottle to the last drop); store in 'a cool place; place seeds or herbs M bottle and seal tightly, - - 2. • Heat only as much water as you are likely to, require—to prevent excessive heat in your kitchen and to save electricity. 3. Do not wash fresh fruit if, it is to be stored • in the refrigerator for a few days; just pick it over and store in a dish without a cover. THE QUESTION BOX Mrs. B. B. asks;. "How can a paste glue spot be, removed from a green dress and a rust stain caused by an ornament on a beige felt hat?" Answer: If the green dress is wash- able .soak in warm water; let .dry; sponge with weak vinegar- and laun- der (Test on a piece of seam to see if colour is fast) If dress is non -wash- able sponge with carbon tetrachloride. The beige hat should be taken to an expert cleaner if the spot is large. Iron rust soap must be purchased and used according to directions. A fresh stain may be sprinkled with salt and rubbed with lemon juice. Miss J. H. asks: 'How do you sug- gest that we take care of zippers - , can they be fixed?" Answer: Slide them carefully and evenly. After taking off a garment hang it on a hanger and closethe zipper. When pressing a garment, close the slide fastener. They can rare- ly arely be fixed; but always take to the store and ask anyway. Anne Allan invites you to write to her 010 News Record. Send in your questions on homemaking problems and watch- this column for replies. v ROLLAND Brace tulips blow amid the cannon wheels, And crimson petals stain the quiet ground; A lonely bird ciies In the summer dusk, Sensing the fearful havoc strewn around. A blasted . tree ' stands lonely as ` a cross; The shattered houses yawn - like open graves; - A little wooden gate swings to and fro. Like a small pendulum that slowly waves. Curtains -of fire blaze across the sky, A plane swoops Kke a hawk to spill its death. `A ravaged body lies in 'grim forget- fulness, Freed of the bitter burden of its._ . breath. •\ -- •A dog lies -crouched upon a lonely step,' Guarding his master's door with jealous care. A solemn question in his Yfaithful eyes For the gay' life that onee was - centred there. Some day he'll come again— some evenfall A lonely figure stumbling down the ' lane Will turn in at the little broken gate e And' whisper to himself, "I'm home again." • Edna Jaques SHEEPFOLD Through the hushed hills' drowsy twilight, Through its rose and gray, - A Tam's bell sends its silver music And in close array Through the sunset -tinted shadows Drift the sheep again Homeward 'to ilia fold's contentment From the pasture's hill and glen. I, Then the silver bell is silent, Rose and gray are one; Dinily now the dark hills mirror Golden glories of the sun -- Leaving in the friendly shadows ' Underneath the twilight's spell The old sheepfold dreaming gently Of a far, sweet, homing bell! - ' Arthur Wallace Peach q=SNAPSHOT GUILD SUMMER SPORT SNAPSHOTS MEtIgel For pictures which are fun to make, and Which carry a real thrill, turn your camera on summer sports: You'll find It's easy to make pictures as fine' as this. - SUbIMTIR - is always an exciting period. People are out playing. golf, tennis, and badminton. They ride horseback, swim, go fishing and . do many other things which stake good picture subjects. So If you want good snapshot material, don't fail to consider summer sports. For instance, ' just think of the possibilities around the beach or the old swimming hole. They range from pictures of people sunbathing or havinga water fight, 10 first rate snaps of young 'folks diving or poised for a plunge—as in our 11. Iustration. Stopping the action of summer sports is relatively simple. First make it .a Habit to stand back a little way --say ten or twelve feet —so you'll be able to keep .fast moving subjects in foeus and in the viewfinder. Second, use a fairly high shutter speed—at least 1/100th to 1/200th second—depending upon ` the rapidity ofthe action. Third, try• to catch your subject at the - peak of action, and most of your photographic problems will disap- - pear. Catching the subject at the peak of action means snapping your shutter at the moment when the - action ds literally at its best. Techni- daily, you might say that action iieaches a peak - whenever it has progressed as far as it is going in one direction, and then pauses for. a bare instant before ,the return begins. In diving, that moment would come just as the diver -reaches the top of his leap, and before he be- gins - to descend toward the water. In tennis, there is an action peak et the instant the racquet reaches , the top of the serve, and another, at the end of the follow through, Snap your pictin•es at moments such as those and you'll be able to - record what appears to be very fast action ,with moderate shutter • speeds. Try summer sport photography this week. It's an exciting ;pastime. 395 - John van. Guilder -