HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1937-09-02, Page 3THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 1937
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PAGE THREE.
No Immediate Increase in CBC
Broadcasting Time
I11he reported "stepping up" of CBC
broadcasting time from six .to sixteen
hours daily, starting .September 11,
will not he •possible CBC officials in-
formed this column at press time.
"We are not in a position to make
such an increase in network b'road-
cas'ting at present," .they .announced,
"and any contemplated expansion will
depend partly upon the comp'le'tion of
the new 1513,,01010 watt 'transmitters now
under construction at !Hamby, lOtft
Brio, and Vercheres, Quebec When
the broadcasting time is increased it
will be done gradually—not all at
once." Pt is likely that when condi-
tions 'w'arran't increases in •oi eration's
the schedule will be lengthened an
hour every week •unn'til the maximum
of 916 'hours can be attained.
Some Broadcast Talks 1
Here are a number .of broadcast
tape's which we ,thunk will 'be well
worth ,the listening. S'eptem'ber 3, 9.010
.EISIT, Dr. A)F,B. Clark, :Profes-
sor of French, University of Bri'tis'h
Columbia„ on 'Centenary of Pushkin"
--September 4, 9.30 p.m. BST, Nor-
man Binkctt, .K:C., of London Eng-
land, English delegate to the Bar As-
sociation-1Septem'ber 6, 9.3,0 p.m.
EST, IR. W. Hlanham, of Woodrow;
Sask., Who will describe 'the havoc
caused by drought in 'Western Can-
ada and how he managed to maintain
his farm despite adverse circumstan-
ces—September 7, 9.310 Bernard Alex-
andor, ;prominent Montreal 'barrister,
nvh•o will discuss. the `:Partition of
(Palestine"---September8, 9.00 .p.m.
H. IR. Perry and :Graham Meltanes,
conchiciing broadcast by CBC "'Au-
torn.obile !Vagabonds,"
Anniversary Broadcast
CBC announces that it will !broad-
cast over its national ,network Sep-
tember 7, 110,00 to 110:30. p,m. EST.,
proceedings in connection with the
11215th anniversary of !Kamloops, B.C.
We recommend this as an interesting
special ,event feature.
About Jean Haig
A.A.'B., who :flatters us by saying he
bas 'been a reader of this column for
more than two years, asks for some
Inside dope" on 'Jean Haig, gifted
aB'C soprano, who' was heard fre-
quently on .network 'programs. ,'Miss
Haig, we hasten to inform our. cor-.
respoanent, has been a ,leading CBC
artist for severai seasons. She has de-
voted herself to a musical career ever
since she spent her first .sixty cents
for a seat in a' concert hall. to hear
Caruso, world's greatest tenor. So in-
spired was she by the great master's
voice that: all desires forother car-
eers were immediately dispelled. Miss
Haig studied for some 'tinge 'with Wil-
liam Shakespeare, famous British vo-
cal teacher. The greatest thrill .in ,her
singing career, Miss 'Haig says, was
when she appeared opposite Edward
!Johnson in .a radio presentation of
"Carmen". tier favourite c•onposer is
Schubert, her favourite author, Vic-
tor 'Hugo, her favourite play ,St. 'Joan,
and her favourite pastime playing
with her fourteen months' old son,
Bruce. fin private life :Jean .Haig is
,the wife of Harvey ,Dloney, who is
well known to Canadian aud'iences•as
ONTARIO
A Statement by the Ontario
Department of Health on
LIOMYELITIS
("INFANTILE PARALYSIS")
In view of the prevalence of "infantile paralysis" in Ontario at the present time, and in recognition of the deep concern
felt by parents over the protection of their children, the Provincial Department of health is issuing the following state-
ment concerning the nature of the disease and the question of what can be done to reduce the danger of infection,
Nature of the Disease
Like measles and scarlet fever, "infantile paralysis" is a
communicable or "catching" disease. Like them also, it is
Mainly a disease of childhood. Yet the term "infantile" is apt
to be misleading. While it is true that the majority of cases
occur among children under ten years of age, the disease
does occur, especially in rural districts, among older children
and young adults.
The term "paralysis" is likewise misleading since it con-
veys the impression that some loss of muscular function is
characteristic 'of"every case of the disease. This is •lint true,
Itis now known that only a small proportion of those who
contract the disease actually develop paralysis.
Since the disease, is not limited to infants and since
paralysis does nor occur in all cases, the name "infantile
paralysis" is now regarded as a misnomers The correct name
for the disease is "polio-myel-itis", which simply means acute
inflammation ("itis") of the grey matter ("polio") of special
portions of the spinal cord which control movement of the
muscles. This inflammation is believed to be due to a special
sort of infection which probably gains entrance to the ner-
vous system through the upper part of the nose and throat.
Cause of the Disease
Poliomyelitis has been definitely recognized as a com-
municable disease since 1909 when investigators succeeded
in securing from humans, ill with the disease, a minute
living substance called a "virus" which was found to be
capable of producing poliomyelitis in monkeys.
Much remains to be discovered about the nature of this
virus but a good deal has already been learned. In size, it
has been found to be less than one millionth of an inch
in diameter. The virus is present in the nervous tissue of
humans who have died from the disease: It is also found in
the nose and throat, not only o_f persons i11 with the disease,
but also of persons who have been in contact with the disease.
li ow the Disease Spreads
The exact manner in which the disease is transmitted from
one person to another is not known. However, the disease
does not arise spontaneously. The source of infection is a
human being who is carrying the virus. Such a person. need
not necessarily be suffering from the disease. Yet the mere
presence of the virus in the nose and throat affords ample
opportunity for spread of infection. In such cases minute
particles are given off by coughing, sneezing and talking.
Fingers are constantly being carried to and from the month
and nose and in this way articles, such as improperly washed
eating and drinking utensils, common towels, children's
toys, etc., may become contaminated.
Any set of circumstances which permits the fre-
quent and rapid transfer of nose and throat secretions
from one person to another increases the possibility
of infection.
There is no evidence that flies or other insects playan
important part in the spread of.polionpyelitis.
Chlorination of municipal water supplies as now prac-
tised, and the proper pasteurization of milk -have eliminated
water and milk as possible sosifces of infection.'
Signs and Symptoms of . the Disease
The early symptoms of poliomyelitis are neither constant
nor regular in their appearance, but certain of them are
sufficiently suggestive to warrant the summoning of the
family physician.
The onset is usually sudden, with rapidly rising
TEMPERATURE, fluctuating between 101.103. degrees.
HEADACHE is another common symptom. The young
child is apt to appear irritable and cries easily when dis-
turbed. The patient is usually willing to stay in bed, appears
d ak little interest in his surroundings.
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VOMITING is fairly characteristic. Constipation is
often present, whereas diarrhoea is unusual. Food is refused.
Often the characteristic symptoms of COLD or SORE
THROAT are present.
SORENESS IN THE MUSCLES of the back and
STIFFNESS and pain in the joints of the arms and legs
may occur.
In many cases of poliomyelitis the condition does not
go beyond this stage, and terminates after four to ten days'
illness.
However, in other cases the disease proceeds into a
second stage„ in wbleb i i 'elevation of tem erature and.
rapid pulse are accompanied by marked irtitability and
drowsiness. The patient becomes mentally disturbedand takes
on an anxious, frightened expression. Sleep may be disturbed
by twitchingand the hands may shake and tremble.
The following specific signs are of particular importance:
STIFFNESS OF THE SPINE. The head may be bent on
the neck but efforts to bend the neck on the shoulders cause
pain and are resisted. The child is unable, while sitting up
in bed, to bend his head down to touch the knees. If he
bends at all, it is at the hips with the back held rigid.
PECULIAR SITTING POSTURE. When he sits up he
props himself behind with extended arms supporting a
tender or painful spine.
Preventive Measures
The precautionary measure of first importance is to pro-
tect the child from contact with infection. Since other
human beings are the primary source of infection, then
children, who are evidently much more susceptible than
adults, should be protected as far as is reasonably possible
from contact with people.
"Keep your child in your own yard" is a wise pre-
caution. In crowded stores, street ears, motion picture
theatres, bathing pools, pienies,—in fact, in any set-
ting where there is a large number of people, the
chances of exposure to possible infection are tremend-
oapsly increased.
Of equal importance for the protection of children
is the prompt calling of a physician if the child shows
the indications of illness described above.
Convalescent Serum
Medical opinion is divided concerning the effectiveness of
the so-called "Convalescent Serum" in poliomyelitis. In the
absence of conclusive evidence, the Department is con-
tining to supply this serum to physicians on request.
Owing tothe limited supply available, its use must of
necessity be limited to cases suffering an attack of the
disease.
Nasal Spray
Based on the assumption that the virus enters the body
through the upper part of the nose, attempts are being made
to prevent its entrance by spraying the nasal passages with
certain chemicals. Since this method is still entirely in the
experimental stage, it is not one which can be.recommended
for general use.
Precautions in the Care of Those Ill
When a diagnosis of poliomyelitis has been made, the
patient must be isolated for a period of at least -three weeks.
Since other members of .the family are likely to be catriers
of the virus, the protection of the community requires that
they be quarantined until the danger of further spread has
been eliminated. Care should be taken to see that articles _
which may have became contaminated by the patient are
disinfected or burned. Special precautions should be taken
in regard to the disposal of nasal and alimentary discharges.
Those whoare handling the patient should exercise special
care regarding their hands and person before coming in
contact with other people.
MINISTER OF HEALTH
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a:b'aritone. ,She likes to practise in the
mornings, she isl'e't superstitious and
she doesn't !believe' in fortune tell-
ing Sheis five foot, three, has ;medi-
um brown hair and brown eyes and.
a winsome personality. That pretty
brogue when she sings Scottish bal-
lads. is a gift from Scottish ancestors.
CBC'tPrograms Day By Day '
(IA•11 Times Eastern Standard)
8.,30 p.m. "Midnight in Mayfair"—
'En'glish night club setting with .orch-
estra direction Howard (Fogg and so-
loist. From M,ontreai.
10.00 p.m. ".Music for
Sake"—Ralph 'Judge, 'tenor,
cheetra ,direction •Isaac
From Winnipeg.
!Friday, September .3:
8.30 :p.nt. '"From a 'Viennese. (Gard-
en". Music of old Vienna presented
by Jeanne Desljardins, soprano, with
orchestra direction Jean Desiau'riers.
From Montreal.
9.3.0 'p.m. ":Centenary of Pushkin".
'Palk by H•r. 'A.F:B, Clack, Prof. of
French, lini•versi'ty of British Colum-
bia, From Vancouver.
'Saturday, September 4:
9.00 p.m. t1T'he .Dixieland •Min-
s'trels"..From Toronto.
9.30 p.m. Talk by Norman Birkett,
K,C., of London, !E :gland, English
delegate to Bar Association, From
Banff.
Sunday, September .5:
5.00 p.m. Iiis u�Iayesty's IG'renadiecr
Guards. Band Concert tlnnder direc-
tion Captain !J. J. 'Gagnier. CB•C4NIBIC
international exchange program.
Front Montreal.
'6. 30 p,ni. 'Melodic ,Strings". . Orch-
estra direction !Alexander Chuhaldin.
From Toronto.
10.00 p.m. Summer Over the .Brit-
ish Isles—+'"Northern .Ireland"—iR•e-
broadcast of f3B'C 'Empire Transmis-
sion, !From Ottawa.
Monday, September 6:
9.30,p.tn. "'Fighting`Tlhrough". Ta'ik
by R. W lI'anham, of Woodrow,
Sask. From Regina.
10.30`p•in Soliloquy". Instrument-
al ensemble direction 'Robert Talbdt.
From Quebec.
Tuesday, September 7:
9.30 p.m. "These 'Times"—news
commentary on 'Inc Partition of
Palestine", by .Bernard lAlexandor.
From Montreal.
110.00 pan. One .Hundred and Twen-
ty,f fth !Anniversary of Kamloops,
B.C. !From Kamloops.
Wednesday, September &:
9.00 p.nr. slAutomotiile Vagabonds
R. IL Perry and iGraham McInnes,
Series of (broadcasts of a coast-to-
coast motor tour. Prom Toronto.
110.00 p.m. Joe IDeCourcey and his
Jasper Park Lodge lOrchestra. CDC -
MRS international exchange program.
From Jasper.
Music"s
with or-
Mamott.
Plowing Match
The '11937' annual four-day interna-
tional ploughing match .and demon-
stration of 'farm .machin'ery, under.•the
auspices of the Ontario ;Ploughmen's
Association, will be held at iFengus,
lOnt., on October 1)2, Ila 114 and 915.
Located as it is 1)4 miles north of '
IGuelph,.!Fergus is an ideal rendezvous '
,for this famous meeting, and 'it is ex-
pected by the Manager of the A1s'so-
ciation, 3', A. Carroll, East 'Block, par-
liament Buildings, Toronto, that the
wide-spreadinterest evinced in form-
er meetings, particularly at Cornwall
in 1936, will be eclipsed by the en-
thusiasm already shown in this year's
meet Over 6110 entries are anticipated, t
and several internationally -famous
ploughmen have intimated their, in-
tention 'to compete. There will be' a
different programme ,every day. Not-
with.standing that ploughing affords.
the chief -interest, an important part
of the meeting is the ,demonstration ,of
the latest types of farm equipment.
Care of Poultry
Commercial poultrymen h a v e
known for a long time that the
months of August and September are
the two most profitable months in the
year if egg .production can be main-
tained at this time. The normal trend
of egg prices is up and at fairly rapid
rate, because the bulk' of the flocks of
old birds in the country are falling off'
in production and most of the new;'
1
pullets have not yet started to.'1aj..
Every effort, 'therefore, that can 'be
made to maintain production at this
time shouldresult in added 'pro'fits.
This means that it •i ost desirable'
to watch the condition sof the birds,
and should there 'be any indication of
their failing off in weight, increase the
.antount of grain fed slightly in order
to hold up this body weight as long•
as possible and thereby ward off a
molt, ,It is extremely important that
clean, fresh, drinking water he avail-
able at all tunes, for water is an essen-
tial for good egg production. It' mai
be necessary to change the water 2
or 3 limes a •day during toot days in
order to encourage the birds to drink
more.
If the birds are running outside in
the yard and the natural 'smipply of
green food has been eaten 019, it will
pay ;the flock owner to .out greens
from another field and throw •them in-
to the yard 'for these olid iayers. ht'
will pay to cater to their tastes right
now in order lo get every egg : poss-
ible,
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