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The Seaforth News, 1957-12-19, Page 6bN N -E 141 PS*tat. -T_ n_t FATHER OF THREE 'Dear Anne Hirst: I am 28, and for three years have been a lonely widower. My tluee.children are aged four to, nine." Recently I met a girl of 16, and we have fallen in love. Her parents are objecting strong- ly, and S ant not surprised they think her too young to under- stand what love means, and too inexperienced to take on the responsibilities of my house and the children. But aren't there exceptions to rules? This girl is as mature as others I've known who were 21; she is exceptional- ly well-balanced, and I tell you honestly that this conclusion is not wishful thinking. "I have explained to them ail that any housekeeper (a friend of my former wife) has taken entire charge of the children and housekeeping for two years. The girl I love would have no re- sponsibilities unless she wants them, and as her husband I would cherish and protect her. My reputation is solid, and I am well off. "What can I do to convince these nice people that their daughter would be happy with me? ONE LONELY MAN" BE FAIR A 16 -year-old in love is Takes Little Time I l� Trim the tree with sparkling "jewels"—children will love this gay Christmas slipper! Jiffy knit thrifty, ideal gift, Pattern 843; chart, directions for child's sizes 4 through 12 included in pattern. Just rib- bing added to one flat piece! Send THIRTY-FIVE CENTS (stamps cannot be accepted, use postal note for safety) for this pattern to Laura Wheeler, Box 1, 123 Eighteenth St., New To- ronto, Ont° Print plainly PAT- TERN NUMBER, your, NAME and ADDRESS. Two FREE Patterns as a gift to our readers—printed right in our 1957 Laura Wheeler Needle- craft Book. Dozens of other de- signs you'll want to order -easy fascinating handwork for your- self, your home, gifts, bazaar items. Send 25 cents for your copy of this book today! * usually most concerned with * the joyous prospect of wife-' * hood, and apt to regard. other * attending responsibilities light - (.1y. Yet if this girl you love is * as mature as you believe, it is * not likely she would be con- * tent to leave the entire care * of your children to your house- * keeper; she would feel it part * of her duty as their stepmother • to assume some responsibili- * ties. You say she already * knows the children, and they * all seem to feel a mutual al- * fection. (I wish I could have * printed all your letter.) * One way to prove to her * parents that you are sincere is * to promise to wait until they * can give their full consent. (In * your state, she cannot marry * without it for two years.) * Whileyou hope they will allow * you, to pursue the courtship, * if they prefer you will not see * her for at least another year. * During that time she would be * free to mingle again with • friends her age, and learn the * quality of her affection for * you. The waiting would prove, * too, whether what you feel is * really enduring or merely the * infatuation that a man, your * age could readily feel for a * young girl. (After all, you met * her "recently..") * I believe such a proposal * would be. unexpected by her * parents, and impress them with * your integrity. It cannot help s'but recommend you as a just * roan, anxious above all for * their daughter's happiness. * Why not suggest it, and see * how they react? * * * AWKWARD SITUATION "Dear Anne Hirst: I am nearly 17, and in love with a young man four years older. Lately he has been dat- ing another girl more often, though, and recently he gave her a diamond. But he tells me he isn't going to marry her! "I've known him for two years , and we have had so much fun together. I hear he is always fussing with her .. yet he tells my friends he loves me, but all he has told me is that he is 'fond of me'. I am very confused. "Since she is wearing his ring, I guess I'm crazy to ask your opinion—but what is it? WONDERING" * When a girl wears a diamond * it is taken for granted she is * engaged to the boy who gave * it. If he dates anyone else, * everyone feels he is double- * crossing his fiancee and it re- * fleets no credit on him nor on * the girl he dates; she appears * to be so anxious for a beau * that she will go out with any- ▪ one who asks her. * This girl evidently expects * to marry the boy, so why don't * you realize what unpleasant * gossip you are inviting? I do * not think you would he flat- * tered to know what his friends * (perhaps yours, too) are say- * ing. He wants to eat his cake * and have it; but so long as his • engagement is accepted, he * owes his complete loyalty to * the girl he proposed to. • Better not see him at all. h E. Readers of this column are in- vited to bring their problems to Anne Hirst. Her common sense, her years of experience and her warm sympathy have helped thousands of troubled people to better lives. Write her freely, addressing her at Box 1, 123 Eighteenth Street, New Toronto, Ontario. fHE SEA OF MATRIMONY—Allowing neither time nor tide to interfere with their marriage plans, Ulisse Milan and Teresa Greguoldo (centre, holding hands) were wed in a floating ceremony by Father Don Bellini at Robigo, Italy. Thousands of acres in the area were inundated by a disastrous flood of the Adriatic Sea and Po River. TOGETHER AGAIN—Ethel Merman, left, and Ginger Rogers, who started in show business together about 28 years ago, team up here to help the victims of hemophilia. The stars give it their all in a duet at a fund-raising party of the Hemophilia Foundation. H ONICLE INGEr.; eswen.doUr'.e P. Clea ,e Don't ever under -estimate the power Of a bab$tl You thought I was going to say "woman" didn't you? Well, a woman is something to be reckoned with too — but the power of a woman is as nothing compared with the power of a baby. One small. infant can throw a monkey wrench as effectively as a plum- ber. I am finding that out more and more. Prow now on when I make any plans I shall quali- fy them by saying — "Unless a baby, either male or female, shall interfere with my plans". Events, past, present and future, bear me out. I have already told you about having grandson Eddie here for just over a month; how wa postponed so many things "un- til after Eddie had gone home". After Eddie, bless his mischiev- ous little soul, finally went home, we felt free to come and go as we pleased. We could say yes or no to any invitation — and as you know, I went to the W.I° Convention. The follow- ing Wednesday I had promised to be at our local branch meet- ing to hear the delegate give her report. But that's where the first baby interruption came in. A neighbour received a sudden emergency call to a Toronto hos- pital ... would T look after her baby until she returned. Well, her mission was greater than mine so I baby-sat until four o'clock. I took a quick run down to the Hall afterwards and heard .the last five minutes of the dele- gate's report and, also presented my apologies. That same right Joy phoned — would I look after Ross while she was at rhe hairdresser's. Without a second thought 1 agreed. Afterwards I remember- ed I had promised to take acme ladies. to a church meeting -- , W.A. — next day. It was 1 luncheon meeting and I expected to be back by three so Partner thought he could fill in for tr./ hour. He did! Luckily I wasn't late In fact f came in a litl;a ahead of time. Partite/ was we) ing the floor with Ross and hid been for fifteen minutes. If he sat down or stopped walkine Rous raised his voice. I took ober • and for an hour the little rascal was a perfect lamb, played ou the floor as contented as could be. When he seemed tired I rut.' him in his cot and off he went to sleep. I think the real trouble was that Ross doesn't see too much of his father acid so isn't used to being handled by a man. However Partner survived and I'm glad I went to that meetntj because the timing was a little unusual. • Instead of meeting at two o'clock the members agreed to meet at noon, each taking her own lunch, the hostess providing tea and coffee By this means the meeting closed at two -thirty and the members were able'' to get home before there was `much' ' heavy traffic and while it was still light. I thought it was an excellent idea to pass along — one that might appeal to the W.I. as farmers' wives are always anxious to get home before chore time, Too often women stay away from meetings because they are afraid of getting home late. And now back to more baby entanglements, Partner has had a suitcase packed for two weeks ready for a visit to Horning's Mills. The situation is this: Our friend -s up north are prospective grandparents. A. soon as the ex- pected baby arrives the proud father is taking Partner up nortb to stay with grandfather and on the return trip bringing grandma back to look after his other two children until after the mother and new baby have returned from the hospital. I hope I've made that clear! However, the baby was two weeks late in arriving so three families were definitely on edge, none being able to make any 'definite plans to do anything or go anywhere. So I repeat — never under -esti- mate the power of a baby — born or unborn. Tonight Bob and Joy have gone to the Royal Winter Fair. They would have taken us along too but . , , well, somebody had to stay home and baby-sit. Our turn will come later. If the w e at h e r remains favourable Partner and I hope to have a day at the Fair before he goes north. Incidentally that little trip has been postponed for a few days so grandma can stay longer after the baby gets home. Speaking of farms last Friday Partner and I paid a visit to Ginger Farm. At least we went passed it and noticed great earth- moving machines were at work. It was too muddy to drive in but from what we could see it won't be too long before Ginger Farm as we know it will cease to exist The buildings are still there but after awhile they will be completely dwarfed by a 27 - foot grade that is creeping closer day by day However, next year Modern Etiquette by Roberta Lee Q. If for some reason social or business a family has had its name legally changed, how should friends and acquaintances be informed of this? A. The quickest and simplest way is to mail out formal an- nouncements: "Mr. and Mrs. John Stoningham announce that by permission of the court they and their children have taken the family 'name of Stone." Q. Is it proper to name the see- and son "junior" for his father,. or is this title always supposed to be conferred on the oldest "son? A. The "junior" in a family need nbt be the first son. Q. Is it necessary that all the inen star!' at a dinner table until all the women' have been seated? A. Yes. Q. When signing her name to a business letter, must an un- married woman use "Miss" in front of her name?' A. Yes; but the "Miss" should be enclosed in parentheses, as, (Miss) Patricia S. Moore A mar- ried woman should abide by this rule, too, Q. Should a girl discard her engagement ring when her fiance (lies? A. She may wear it for so long as she likes. This may be for all her life, or it may be that in time she will fall in love with some- one else and replace it with an- other ring. Q: When a man brings a guest to his home and presents him to his wife, does she make use of the customary acknowledgement, "How do you do"? A. In this instance, it is better if the wife shows a little more cordiality and adds, "I am very glad to see you," or some such similar expression, we shall have, a little bit of Ginger Farm at Halfway House — from the spring -flowering bulbs that we brought along with us: But oh dear, there's a big gap between now and spring, isn't there? ISSUE 50 — 1957 Week's Sew -Thrifty PRINTED PATTERN Jumper with companion blouse — or figure - flattering dress. You'll love the versatility of this new Printed Pattern. Note its smart double - breasted bodice; easy 6 -gore skirt. Printed Pattern 4846: Misses' Sizes 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20. Size 16 jumper 4% yards 35 -inch nap; blouse 21/4 yards 35 -inch fabric. Printed directions on each pat- tern part. Easier, accurate. Send FORTY CENTS (402) (stamps cannot be accepted, use postal note for safety) for this pattern. Please print plainly SIZE, NAME, ADDRESS STYLE NUMBER. Send order to ANNE ADAMS, Box 1, 123 Eighteenth St„ Nevi Toronto, Ont. HER WEDDING DAY— Cecile Dionne, 23, and her husband„ Phillipe Langlois, 26, are shown leaving the church after their marriage ceremony in Corbeil, Ontario. The town is not far from where the happy bride and her four sisters were born. WORLD'S SAFEST AUTOMOBILE -The Rev. Alfred Juliano, Roman Catholic priest and student of fine arts at Yale University, sits at thewheelof his "Aurora", a car he designed himself, Father Juliano cals it the "world's safest automobile". It features a front-end air scoop instead of a grill, a laminated glass body and floor and a tinted ,:transparent roof. The dream -car created a great stir in New York, after taking almost 10 hours to snake the run from Bran- ford, Conn., normally a two-hour trip. A clogged fuel 'line contributed to 15 'breakdowns on the way: