Zurich Citizens News, 1977-12-15, Page 17Earnings increase
G y Lea
At a directors' meeting
following the annual meeting of
Gay Lea Foods Co-operative
Ltd., held in Guelph, Walter
Hamel of Elmwood, was re-
elected president. Mr. Hamel
owns and operates a dairy farm
in Bruce County and has been
active in farm and co-operative
organizations for some years.
Russel McCutcheon of Owen
Sound was re-elected as a
director and lst Vice -President
and Robert Turner of Owen
Stuffing tops
for some folk
Christmas dinner is never
complete without the traditional
turkey and stuffing. For many,
the stuffing is the favorite part of
the meal. Food specialists at the
Ontario Food Council, Ministry of
Agriculture and Food, suggest
adding ingredients to make the
stuffing something really special.
Begin with a basic bread and
butter mixture, but don't be
afraid to use a different bread,
such as whole wheat.
Mushrooms, celery, onions, and
green pepper, sauteed in the
butter, are delicious additions, as
are chopped apples and whole
cranberries. Various meats can
be cooked and added to the
stuffing. Use ground beef,
sausage meat, or diced bacon.
Chopped walnuts, pecans, or
chestnuts can enhance the flavor
of any stuffing. Savory or mar-
joram add tasty variety in
seasonings. Nutmeg and cin-
namon are interesting in an apple
stuffing. If a moist stuffing is
desired, small amounts of apple
juice or white wine can be mixed
into the stuffing.
Allow about 3/4 cup of stuffing
per pound of turkey. Because
stuffing expands during roasting,
stuff lightly. For easier handling
and serving, stuffing can be
baked in a greased, covered
casserole along with the turkey
during the last hour of roasting
time. For individual servings,
bake stuffing in greased covered
custard cups during the last half
hour of roasting.
sells area stations
Sound was re-elected as a
director and 2nd Vice -President.
Elected to the Board in
December were Edwin Miller,
Exeter and John Stafford,
Wroxeter.
The remaining directors are:
Howard Wilson, Owen Sound;
John Campbell, Bayfield; David
Ireland, Teeswater and Mel
Proud, Tara.
At the annual meeting which
preceded the election, Hamel
said that the year under review
had its problems, its challenges
and its successes. Sharply
reduced milk volume
necessitated curtailment of
operations in the milk plants.
However, net earnings permitted
payment of a cash patronage
divident of 10 cents per cwt. on
MOVIES SHOWN
Mr. & Mrs. Bob Turner treated
the residents of Clan Gregor
Apartments to some home
movies in their lounge on
Saturday evening. The residents
viewed shots from the Bayfield
Centennial 1976, the storms last
winter, Churches and homes in
the area and the Turner's trip to
England, Scotland and Wales,
Brussels, Belgium, Tom Arkel!'s
home in England (brother of
Vera Turner) ; Buckingham
Palace and Westminster Abbey.
The residents were very ap-
preciative to Bob and Vera for
taking them on such a beautiful
armchair trip and for sharing
their movies with them.
93.6 percent of member's milk
and 3 cents per pound butterfat
on members' farm -separated
cream.
Hamel said it was impossible
for the co-operative to generate
earnings in the egg grading
business and that the directors
had decided to accept an offer to
purchase the egg grading
stations at Seaforth and
Strathroy. He said that this was a
very difficult decision for the
directors to make but .vertical
integration in the egg industry
ruled out successful operations in
only grading and packing.
He also stated that the par
value of common shares had been
increased from $10 to $15 and that
this change had necessitated
transferring $893,000 from the
general reserve and contributed
surplus accounts to the share
account. -
T.E. Brady, Executive Vice -
President and General. Manager,
announced a decrease in sales of
3 percent to $89,882,043, due to the
decrease in milk receipts from a
year ago but net earnings at
$1,053,000 were slightly ahead of
last year. He said that the
financial position of the co-
operative continued to improve,
having reached a current ratio of
1.6 to 1 for the first time and that
members' equity had increased
to 31.4 percent of total assets.
Out of earnings the Board of
Directors had declareda dividend
on milk and cream, would return
half a million dollars in cash to
the member shareholders.
Snack, but wisely
during festive time
'Tis the season to be jolly, to eat
and be merry. 'Tis also the
season when many of us are
susceptible to putting on extra
pounds. It's hard to resist eating
when there are so many tempting
things to nibble.
Instead of trying to avoid
eating snacks altogether, food
specialists at the Ontario Food
Council, Ministry of Agriculture
and Food, suggest you consider
the many types of low calorie,
nutritious snacks which can be
eaten and enjoyed instead of
candy or chocolate.
During the holiday season you
will be sampling all sorts of high
calorie festive foods both inside
and outside the home at get-
togethers with family and
friends. In between, do your best
to avoid eating rich foods.
Whenever you have an urge for
a snack this holiday season, think
carefully about the food you are
choosing. Does it have nutritional
value or just calories? By
avoiding fattening, high calorie
foods you can avoid excess
pounds later.
Candy, chocolate, and pop
contain mainly empty calories
with very little food value.
Instead, why not reach for an
apple or raisins, raw vegetables,
cheese, tomato juice, or wheat
crackers. These foods provide
nutrients as well as satisfying
eating.
Citizens News, December 15, 1977
Page 17
A FESTIVE TREAT — Cranberries add a special flavor to many varied
dishes. Try this cranberry loaf, tested by the Food Advisory Division,
Agriculture Canada and enjoy the great festive berry!
A festive treat
Did you know that cranberries
are native to North America?
The first colonists discovered
these small berries growing wild.
The Indians used them for food
and also for making a dye for
their clothes.
The cultivated berries are
larger than the wild type. They
require moist, marshy soils.
Cranberries were first sold
commercially in Nova Scotia,
towards the end of the 1800's.
Now they are produced in
Quebec, the Maritime provinces
and the largest production in
British Columbia. Annual
production reaches about 7,000
tons, valued at approximately
two million dollars. Close to a
fifth of the cranberries produced
are further processed. Canada
imports a little more than 2,000
tons a year to satisfy its demand.
Cranberries can be found on
the market from the beginning of
October right through December.
Their availability probably ex-
plains why they are such a
traditional favorite around the
festive season. They vary in color
from a bright red to a very dark
red depending on the variety and
can become darker if they are
stored in a temperature ranging
from 40 to 50 degrees F.
When buying cranberries, look
for ones that are well rounded,
firm and haye a bright, clear
color. Those on the market are
almost all Canada No. 1 grade.
Pick out the soft or moist berries
to prevent spoilage from
spreading. Wash before using
and remove any stems. Take
advantage of the seasonal
availability and freeze for later
use. No special preparation is
required, just wash and pack in
freezer containers.
•
Food consultants at
Agriculture Canada remind you
that cranberries add special
flavor to many varied dishes,
sauces, salads, pies, cakes and
more. Try this cranberry loaf and
enjoy the great festive berry!
Cranberry Bread
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons finely grated orange
rind
L'4 cup chopped walnuts
1 beaten egg
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/cup chopped cranberries
Sift together dry ingredients. Add
orange rind and nuts. Combine
remaining ingredients except
cranberries. Add to dry mixture
and stir until just combined. Fold
cranberries into mixture. Turn
into greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pan.
Bake 1 hour at 350 degrees F.
Makes 1 loaf.
HAYFIELD SERVICE
Allison Dunn lit the second
Advent candle in St. Andrew's
United Church on Sunday mor-
ning during the regular worship
service. It being White Gift
Sunday, Wendy Greer read a
story entitled "If I Hadn't Come"
in place of the sermon. The
children placed their gifts of
money in a manger at the front of
the church and all remained for
the entire service. The choir is
busy,getting ready for the annual
Candlelight Service on Dec. 18.
Kellogg's ®�
Special �® l 425 grams $1.03
Bick's 32 oz.
Sweet Mixed Pickles 93'
Jello
Jelly Powders 30z 19'
Tang
Orange Crystals 4/99'
Maxwell House
Instant Coffee lo oz. $4.43
Tide 51b. $2,37
Schneiders Thuringer 1.69
Schneiders Bag of
Summer Sausage Ib. * Breaded Chicken , y2 J2.59
DOING HER PART — Saturday was dig out day for Zurich residents
from the week's storms with age proving to be no barrier. Mrs.
Margaret Hess, 76, was scraping away the hardpacked snow in front
of her store this past weekend. Staff photo
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