Zurich Herald, 1955-06-30, Page 7.MILLION A WEEK IN
HIS PAY PACKET
The man with the biggest pay
packet in the world — he re-
ceives more than three million
dollars a week — spends a
goodly ,slice of his enormous in-
come on water.
The ruler of a tiny oil -boom
state on the Persian • Gulf, his
wealth is so fantastic that he
could give every family in his
kingdom a tax-free income of
$30 per week and• still have $1.-
503,000 sterling a week left over
for himself.
Only a few years ago a com-
paratively poor man in a gov-
ernment post with a small salary
and smaller pension, he has been
swept dizzily to the the peak of
wealth on a golden tide of oil
which, since as recently as 1946, •
has begun to pour from his
coontry's and soil.
1;t is fortunate for this once
barren but now much blessed
1'itt�e kingd.om of Kuwait that
its Sheikh, portly, bearded, Sir
Abduilahal-Salim al Subah, now
in his middle fifties, is a wise
ruler with modest tastes who
avoids rigorously the tempta-
tions that often snare multi -mil-
lionaires.
":t is , my sincere ambition
with i this new and vast oil
wealth," the Sheikh has said,
"to create a shining modern
stare—the finest in the Middle
East—and to make my people
happy with work, prosperity
and modern amenities."
And to do this he is first of
all spending millions of his reve-
nue
eve-ne on the country's first and
rn-et pressing need—water.
Not so long ago, before the
oil boom started, the basic oc-
cupation in Kuwait was that of
water -carrier. Parched by desert
suns, the country had to import
ail its water. It was brought
from the neighbouring Shatt-el-
Arab (the River of Arabia) by
native dhows and then hawked
in sheep -skin bags around the
native huts.
The Sheikh summoned British
experts who advised that the
solution was to be found on his
own shores—by distiling sea
water into fresh water. "The
cost?" the Sheikh asked. "About
two millions."
A nod of the head from the
ruler and work began, so that
to -day the largest plant of its
kind in the world is producing
sweet water from the sea. The
water carrier's trade is dead, as
millions of gallons are pumped
from the plant through pipelines
into the modern homes which
are arising on the site of the
former native mud huts.
The Sheikh thinks big and acts
quickly. He soon realized that
his ancient capital, the walled
city of Kuwait, would have to
be rebuilt to suit the needs of
his now . ultramodern and pro-
gressive state. He approved a
budget of ninety millions ster-
ling for a six year plan which
will give an entirely new road
system of roundabouts and car
parks, new hospitals, new hous-
ing estates, new shops to re-
place the old native bazaars. new
schools, new parks and gardens.
Many of the new amenities are
being. built just outside the old
walls, particularly some of the
carparks, for this little country
— which altogether is about the
size of Wales — has a traffic
problem which equals if not ex-
ceeds that of any British city.
There are ten thousand cars —
the biggest and shiniest — in
Kuwait and with only sixty
miles Of roads to drive on and
every driver an ultra -enthusiast
the din had the congestion de-
fy description.
Although modern in many re-
spects, in one manner of life
the Sheikh still maintains' the
oustons of his forefathers. 1 -le
has his private harem. How
many wives this desert multi-
millionaire maintains has never
been revealed, but that they are
fairly numerous may be judged ,
from the size of the new palace
he Is having built, as part of the
six year plan, just beyond the
capital walls.
The position of he womenfolk
in this remarkable—and success-
ful—experiment in building a
progressive, shining new state in
the sands of Arabia is most in-,
teresting from the standpoint of
social evolution. The custom of
the country is that the women
are strictly veiled. But this does•
not apply to many of the teen-
age daughters of Kuwait. They
are flocking in their thousands
to the new schools and colleges
which are opening the doors for
them to a new world of learning
and emancipation.
When these young women grow
up to become doctors, teachers
or to assume the chores of .a wife
in the modern Kuwaiti home
will they revert to the custom
of veiling their faces? There is
little doubt about the answer—
no. This means that winthin an-
other decade the old taboo about
women degrading themselves by
revealing their faces to the men-
folk will have been banished
for ever.
The march of progress, urged
on by the imp of oil, is thus
bringing about a complete so-
cial revolution.
Not long ago, pearl -diving was
an important industry along the
coast of Kuwait. To -day the
seeker after pearls finds a less
dangerous and more profitable
livelihood as a labourer, a brick-
layer or a truck -driver in the
vast oil enterprise.
The Bedouins of the desert
have responded to the call of
the geni of the lamp. Boys who
watched their fathers' flocks,
roving herdsmen, nomads of the
caravan trails, even Arabs from
as far away as Jordan and Pa-
lestine, Syria and the Lebanon,
are migrating to Kuwait to learn
the know-how of oil and share
in the fabulous profits.
And to think that this vast
hidden lake of black treasure
almost went untapped. Soon
after the first world war an,
eminent geologist who surveyed
Kuwait for oil reported that in
his opinion there was not a
drop. He backed up his opinion
by declaring that if any were
found he would drink it. On the
spot to -day is the busiest— and
one of the richest—oilfields in
the world, covering 120 square
miles, with 132 wells working
throughout t h e twenty-four
hours.
The oil operation in Kuwait
brings an enormous income to
the United Kingdom as well as
to the Sheikh, for the British
Petroleum Company through, its
subsidiary, the Kuwait Oil Com-
pany, has a half-share with an
American partnership in the
concession. As the British Gov-
ernment is a large shareholder
in the parent company, this
means that the British taxpayer
indirectly shares with the Sheikh
in the oil wealth which spurts
from his once barren sands.
Efficiency is the watchword of
the joint U.K.-U.S. operators of
the Kuwait oilfields. They have
built the biggest oil -loading pier
in the world to serve the oil
port of Ahmadi and theyhave
constructed a new township,
technical schools, coater and
drainage and many other ameni-
ties. They are now "studying me-
thods of . employing the waste
gases which are a by-product of
the industry, and which are
now burned off.
By harnessing this energy, esti-
mated to provide enough gas to
run a town the size of Birming-
ham, they expect some time soon
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answer elsewhere on this page.
SINK OR
-IT'S YOUR CHOICE
Swimming is fun -but it cat..stia up sadly for the person Who doesn't memorize and practice
a few simple safety rules, such as :the ones illustrated below., If you can't swim, you should
learn, because you are missing soma of the best of summertime recreation.
Don't' swim right after eating
or when overheated or over-
tired. Also, swimming in the
dark isn't such a bright idea.
Before diving, make sure the
water is deep enough and has
no hidden objects that might
cut you o- break bones.
Never swim alone. Make sure
someone is nearby who can
help in case you get cramps
or run into other trouble.
For A Fine Finish
Veneer
Distance over water is mis-
leading — don't overestimate
your endurance or try to make
like a Channel swimmer.
If you do go in for distance
swimming in open water, have
someone in a boat follow along
for safety's sake.
Swim at a safe place, prefer-
ably one where there are life
guards. If you tire in swim-
ming, float for a change,
to supply power and light for the
160,000 citizens of Kuwait in-
stalled in their modern homes.
The Sheikh succeeded his cou-
sin—and came into his new-
found wealth—less than five
years ago. The succession to the
sheikhdom is decided by a coun-
cil of elders, and Sir Abdullah
was chosen by unanimous vote.
The selection could . not have
been bettered, as Kuwait is
rapidly assuming the appearance
of the model state which the
Sheikh promised his people
when he assumed power.
As a millionaire many times
over, the Sheikh has his worries.
One is how to use the bars of
gold which are accumulating in
his name in the vaults of the
world's banks. But he has his
consolations. One is that he
signs all his own cheques and,
as he is his own Finance Mini-
ster, he is able to exempt him-
self from paying income-tax on
his million a week!
TKEFA' M FON
The potato is one of the most
important crops in the Canadian
agricultural economy. Not only
is it the premier vegetable, but
it ranks fifth among the field
crops in gross farm value. The
potato has a wide adaption and
succeeds well in most areas in
Canada, It is cultivated in prac-
tically every settlement from the
most eastern part of Newfound-
land to the most western part of
Vancouver Island, and from the
43° parallel in the south up to
and within the Arctic Circle. Po-
tatoes are grown on more farms
and in more :gardens in Canada
than any other single food plant.
The true value of the potato is
difficult to assess as only fields
of one acre or more are included
in statistics, whereas there are
many smaller.. patches an -1 plots
of one acre or less, according to
N. M. Parks of the Experimental
Farm, Ottawa
q, *
While the acreage of potatoes
grown in Canada may be consid-
ered small- in comparison with
the acreage of other field crops,
the gross return per acre is rela
tively high. The annual average
acreage and production of pota-
toes over the pee d •• ns
fluctuated, but the yield per
acre has increased substantially,
This increase in unit yield has
been brought about by the more
.general use of good seed of new
and heavier yielding varieties,
heavier fertilization and more ef-
fectivecontrol of insects.
d 4
The carbohydrates in potatoes
consist chiefly of starch, sugar
and a .small amount of crude
fibre. Potatoes contain and ere
a valuable source of iron. mag-
nesium, phosphorus, potassium,
sulphur, zinc, chlorine and the
vitamins C .and 8
4,. 4, 4
In Canada potatoes are used
primarily for human consump-
tion. They are an economical
food and an excellent source of
carbohydrates their principal
deficiencies are their relatively
low calcium and vitamin A con-
tent. When used with foods rich
in protein, such as meat, milk,
cheese, fish and eggs, they form
a very important part of our diet.
L. B. Pett, Chief of the Nutrition
Division, 'Department of National
Health and Welfare, has stated:
"No part of our food supply is
more important than potatoes.
The place of potatoes in our
Canadian diet is that they should
be' eaten every day by practically
everyone. This does not mean
that they are indispensable, or
that they are the most important
item in our diet, because no one
food can be given that coveted
title of the most important one".
Potatoes are a source of food
energy and a year-round reser-
voir of several essential nutri•
ents. They are one of the best
food bargains in price and good
nutrition.
How
Q. Ijow can 1 make a cement
for broken china?
A. Make a thick solution of
gum arabic and water. Then
add plaster of Paris and stir
thoroughly until it is the con-
sistency of cream, Apply this
to the broken edges, tie togeth-
er, and let remain for 3 or 4
days. It is not only effective but
is a white cement that will
not show where repaired.
Q.
How can '1, give a better
taste to boiled water?
A. When the water is boiled
for drinking and cooking pur-
poses, try pouring it from one
pitcher to another several times
before using. It will lose its
flat' taste,
Q. now can 1 snake a furni-
ture polish?
A. Mix equal parts of tur-
pet)tine, spirits of wine,vinegar,
and linseed oil. Shake well and
do not use much at a time,
Q. flow eau l keep handker-
chiefs white?
A. They :will keep white. even
when they have to be dried in-
doors, if washed and then al-
lowed to soak over night in
water in which has ten die -
solved one teaspoonful of cream
of tartar.
Q. How can I brighten faded
rugs?
A. When the rug is faded or
worn in one or two places, try
mixing a little water with a.
package of dye of the same color
as the rug and applying to this
faded spots with a stiff brush.
Q. How can I give a different
flavor to salads?
A. A pleasant tang can be
given to vegetable salads by add-
ing a little caraway seed. They
are also good when used he
breakfast rolls.
Q. How can I make a palatable
drink?
A. Boil one cup of sugar in n
pint of water for about ten min-
utes, add one can of grated pine-
apple and the juice of three lean.
ons. Cool, strain, and add one
quart of iced water.
Q. How can I remove indelible
ink from a garment?
A. By using equal parts of
turpentine and ammonia. Satu-
rate the cloth thoroughly in this
solution, allow it to soak a few
minutes, then rinse in warm
water.
Q. How can I remove vege-
table stains from the hands?
A. Try rubbing the juice of
ripe cucumbers on thein.
Q. How can I make a good
polish for metal and glass?
A. By mixing one part of
wheat flour to five parts of pot-
ter's clay, Apply with a damp
cloth. This compound will also
remove tar and grease from the
glass and metal parts of an auto-
mobile.
The cost of quality timber
these days.~ oaks, walnut, ma-
hogany and the like -- is apt to
make the handyman shudder 11
he wants to make anything
larger than a glove -bowl
The results that he tnakes his
articles with one of the soft and
cheaper woods, then stains and
polishes it. But somehow the
finished job seems to have a
utility look about it.
To obtain a "quality" look the
answer is to veneer.
The tools needed are simple
enough: a very sharp cutting
knife (a cobbler's knife is ideal),
a straight -edge, and a veneering
h a m m e r. The latter can
easily be made at home and
consists of a block of wood fit-
ted with 1/16 in. metal strip
protruding from one edge, and
with a handle fitted to the block
to facilitate ease in handling. In
addition you'll need a flat -iron,
a piece of soft cloth, and' the
glue -pot.
See that the surface to be
veneered is perfectly flat and
free from buckles and twists.
Then score the surface lightly
with a medium grade sandpaper,
sufficient to afford a better grip
for the glue.
After the veneer has been cut
to size — allowing a slight over-
lap all round, which can later
be trimmed off flush — apply
glue, thinly and evenly, to both
board and veneer.
Fit the veneer in position and,
working from the centre out-
wards, press firmly on it with
the ball of the hand to ease out
any air bubbles that may have
been trapped in the glue.
Wring the cloth out in a bowl
of warm water, and moisten, not
soak, the veneer. With a warm
iron, go over the surface of the
veneer with a gentle but firm
pressure. This will bring out
most of the surplus glue, which
can be wiped off with a piece of
cotton waste. But don't spend
too much time on this pressing.
Again working from the cen-
tre outwards, grasp the handle
of the veneering hammer with
one hand and apply pressure to
the block with the other, mov-
ing the blade in a series of zig-
zagging movements down the
grain of the veneer, ultimately
worldng to the outside edges.
(Don't put all you've got . inte
this or the veneer will be mark-
ed.) The hammer squeezes out
the remainder of unwanted glue,
and brings the two surfaces
firmly together.
If clamps are available, ossa
them; and give the glue suffi-
cient time to set and harden o'c
before cleaning up.
A point to bear in mind les
that as inexepensive woods are
soft and consequently very
porous, some form of filler is de-
sirable before applying glue,,
otherwise the timber will ab-
sorb it like blotting paper. fie.
coat of size is all that is neces-
sary to overcome this.
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answer elsewhere on this page.
SINK OR
-IT'S YOUR CHOICE
Swimming is fun -but it cat..stia up sadly for the person Who doesn't memorize and practice
a few simple safety rules, such as :the ones illustrated below., If you can't swim, you should
learn, because you are missing soma of the best of summertime recreation.
Don't' swim right after eating
or when overheated or over-
tired. Also, swimming in the
dark isn't such a bright idea.
Before diving, make sure the
water is deep enough and has
no hidden objects that might
cut you o- break bones.
Never swim alone. Make sure
someone is nearby who can
help in case you get cramps
or run into other trouble.
For A Fine Finish
Veneer
Distance over water is mis-
leading — don't overestimate
your endurance or try to make
like a Channel swimmer.
If you do go in for distance
swimming in open water, have
someone in a boat follow along
for safety's sake.
Swim at a safe place, prefer-
ably one where there are life
guards. If you tire in swim-
ming, float for a change,
to supply power and light for the
160,000 citizens of Kuwait in-
stalled in their modern homes.
The Sheikh succeeded his cou-
sin—and came into his new-
found wealth—less than five
years ago. The succession to the
sheikhdom is decided by a coun-
cil of elders, and Sir Abdullah
was chosen by unanimous vote.
The selection could . not have
been bettered, as Kuwait is
rapidly assuming the appearance
of the model state which the
Sheikh promised his people
when he assumed power.
As a millionaire many times
over, the Sheikh has his worries.
One is how to use the bars of
gold which are accumulating in
his name in the vaults of the
world's banks. But he has his
consolations. One is that he
signs all his own cheques and,
as he is his own Finance Mini-
ster, he is able to exempt him-
self from paying income-tax on
his million a week!
TKEFA' M FON
The potato is one of the most
important crops in the Canadian
agricultural economy. Not only
is it the premier vegetable, but
it ranks fifth among the field
crops in gross farm value. The
potato has a wide adaption and
succeeds well in most areas in
Canada, It is cultivated in prac-
tically every settlement from the
most eastern part of Newfound-
land to the most western part of
Vancouver Island, and from the
43° parallel in the south up to
and within the Arctic Circle. Po-
tatoes are grown on more farms
and in more :gardens in Canada
than any other single food plant.
The true value of the potato is
difficult to assess as only fields
of one acre or more are included
in statistics, whereas there are
many smaller.. patches an -1 plots
of one acre or less, according to
N. M. Parks of the Experimental
Farm, Ottawa
q, *
While the acreage of potatoes
grown in Canada may be consid-
ered small- in comparison with
the acreage of other field crops,
the gross return per acre is rela
tively high. The annual average
acreage and production of pota-
toes over the pee d •• ns
fluctuated, but the yield per
acre has increased substantially,
This increase in unit yield has
been brought about by the more
.general use of good seed of new
and heavier yielding varieties,
heavier fertilization and more ef-
fectivecontrol of insects.
d 4
The carbohydrates in potatoes
consist chiefly of starch, sugar
and a .small amount of crude
fibre. Potatoes contain and ere
a valuable source of iron. mag-
nesium, phosphorus, potassium,
sulphur, zinc, chlorine and the
vitamins C .and 8
4,. 4, 4
In Canada potatoes are used
primarily for human consump-
tion. They are an economical
food and an excellent source of
carbohydrates their principal
deficiencies are their relatively
low calcium and vitamin A con-
tent. When used with foods rich
in protein, such as meat, milk,
cheese, fish and eggs, they form
a very important part of our diet.
L. B. Pett, Chief of the Nutrition
Division, 'Department of National
Health and Welfare, has stated:
"No part of our food supply is
more important than potatoes.
The place of potatoes in our
Canadian diet is that they should
be' eaten every day by practically
everyone. This does not mean
that they are indispensable, or
that they are the most important
item in our diet, because no one
food can be given that coveted
title of the most important one".
Potatoes are a source of food
energy and a year-round reser-
voir of several essential nutri•
ents. They are one of the best
food bargains in price and good
nutrition.
How
Q. Ijow can 1 make a cement
for broken china?
A. Make a thick solution of
gum arabic and water. Then
add plaster of Paris and stir
thoroughly until it is the con-
sistency of cream, Apply this
to the broken edges, tie togeth-
er, and let remain for 3 or 4
days. It is not only effective but
is a white cement that will
not show where repaired.
Q.
How can '1, give a better
taste to boiled water?
A. When the water is boiled
for drinking and cooking pur-
poses, try pouring it from one
pitcher to another several times
before using. It will lose its
flat' taste,
Q. now can 1 snake a furni-
ture polish?
A. Mix equal parts of tur-
pet)tine, spirits of wine,vinegar,
and linseed oil. Shake well and
do not use much at a time,
Q. flow eau l keep handker-
chiefs white?
A. They :will keep white. even
when they have to be dried in-
doors, if washed and then al-
lowed to soak over night in
water in which has ten die -
solved one teaspoonful of cream
of tartar.
Q. How can I brighten faded
rugs?
A. When the rug is faded or
worn in one or two places, try
mixing a little water with a.
package of dye of the same color
as the rug and applying to this
faded spots with a stiff brush.
Q. How can I give a different
flavor to salads?
A. A pleasant tang can be
given to vegetable salads by add-
ing a little caraway seed. They
are also good when used he
breakfast rolls.
Q. How can I make a palatable
drink?
A. Boil one cup of sugar in n
pint of water for about ten min-
utes, add one can of grated pine-
apple and the juice of three lean.
ons. Cool, strain, and add one
quart of iced water.
Q. How can I remove indelible
ink from a garment?
A. By using equal parts of
turpentine and ammonia. Satu-
rate the cloth thoroughly in this
solution, allow it to soak a few
minutes, then rinse in warm
water.
Q. How can I remove vege-
table stains from the hands?
A. Try rubbing the juice of
ripe cucumbers on thein.
Q. How can I make a good
polish for metal and glass?
A. By mixing one part of
wheat flour to five parts of pot-
ter's clay, Apply with a damp
cloth. This compound will also
remove tar and grease from the
glass and metal parts of an auto-
mobile.
The cost of quality timber
these days.~ oaks, walnut, ma-
hogany and the like -- is apt to
make the handyman shudder 11
he wants to make anything
larger than a glove -bowl
The results that he tnakes his
articles with one of the soft and
cheaper woods, then stains and
polishes it. But somehow the
finished job seems to have a
utility look about it.
To obtain a "quality" look the
answer is to veneer.
The tools needed are simple
enough: a very sharp cutting
knife (a cobbler's knife is ideal),
a straight -edge, and a veneering
h a m m e r. The latter can
easily be made at home and
consists of a block of wood fit-
ted with 1/16 in. metal strip
protruding from one edge, and
with a handle fitted to the block
to facilitate ease in handling. In
addition you'll need a flat -iron,
a piece of soft cloth, and' the
glue -pot.
See that the surface to be
veneered is perfectly flat and
free from buckles and twists.
Then score the surface lightly
with a medium grade sandpaper,
sufficient to afford a better grip
for the glue.
After the veneer has been cut
to size — allowing a slight over-
lap all round, which can later
be trimmed off flush — apply
glue, thinly and evenly, to both
board and veneer.
Fit the veneer in position and,
working from the centre out-
wards, press firmly on it with
the ball of the hand to ease out
any air bubbles that may have
been trapped in the glue.
Wring the cloth out in a bowl
of warm water, and moisten, not
soak, the veneer. With a warm
iron, go over the surface of the
veneer with a gentle but firm
pressure. This will bring out
most of the surplus glue, which
can be wiped off with a piece of
cotton waste. But don't spend
too much time on this pressing.
Again working from the cen-
tre outwards, grasp the handle
of the veneering hammer with
one hand and apply pressure to
the block with the other, mov-
ing the blade in a series of zig-
zagging movements down the
grain of the veneer, ultimately
worldng to the outside edges.
(Don't put all you've got . inte
this or the veneer will be mark-
ed.) The hammer squeezes out
the remainder of unwanted glue,
and brings the two surfaces
firmly together.
If clamps are available, ossa
them; and give the glue suffi-
cient time to set and harden o'c
before cleaning up.
A point to bear in mind les
that as inexepensive woods are
soft and consequently very
porous, some form of filler is de-
sirable before applying glue,,
otherwise the timber will ab-
sorb it like blotting paper. fie.
coat of size is all that is neces-
sary to overcome this.
Upsidedown to Prevent Peeking
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FAMILY GIET-TOGETHER--A. pair of second -generation Crosby%
cheeks over some of the music they'll sing together during the
summer on the Bob Crosby TV show.. Gary Crosby is sings
eldest son, Cathy is Bob Crosby's 16 -year-old daughter.