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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1930-10-17, Page 61/4 �4f \p thy. auble* that eat .and b ? > * s a1t1A°` # a it e ,0:'ta, � nb a Wei were e : • !f 'writing .ahent Daniel 04 LAO the Peat fortune: ) dn,,l3rial dynasty that he e11y instrumental in building a story in the News of the lull shout the British rubber in- ltry•ean44 under our eye and we chided tliait it was more interest - zing, Moreover, the Guggenheim for- e, vast as it is and comparable to eq>n red iby the Rite+ ltefellers and o ,: i' s al i co m,‘ lda, as yet m. l n . m 'ari004 with that represented by rubher winder British centro), Nor do Vile think its building up shows those quahtiestof imagination, ingenuity: faith and eouvage which. have gone to establish Britain's • pre-eminent position in the rubber field. It is im- portant to bear in mind that these are the qualities that go to build up great nations, and those who believe that Britain has not neared the end of her greatness base their conviction upon the fact that the character of the English people has not changed. It is, after all, the character of its people and their ability to produce great men that decide a nation';i destiny. Canadian public speakers we prone to rave about the inexhaustible natur- al resources of this country. But let us point out that those resources are, less to -day than ever they were and will be less every day hereafter. Ten thousand years ago the natural re- sources of Canada were much greater than they are now. Was Canada a great nation ten thousand years ago? If so the ancient Babylonian writings fail to mention it. Ther limitless na- tural resources were for all practical purposes useless until men of imagin- ation and industry applied their minds and their bodies to the prob- A VISIT WITH HIS DADDY Evening rates on "Anyone" (station -to -station) calls now begin at 7 p.m. Night rates begin at 8.30 p.m. Just give "Long Distance" the num- ber you want—it speeds up the service. If you don't know the distant number, "Information" will look it up for you. Twice a week Jimmy stays up until eight - thirty. Daddy is on the road but he doesn't want to become a stranger to his son. And so, every Monday and Thursday evening, he pays a visit by telephone. It doesn't cost much because he waits until eight -thirty when the lowest night rates begin. It amounts to about the price of a movie for a call and in return he gets something beyond money — the voices of his wife and his little boy — a touch of home — moments of affection for them all to remember and look forward to. Many people away from home are using the telephone these days to have regular visits with their families. Out-of-town calls are so simple to make and they are quick and inexpensive. They are the next best thing to being really home. MOTORISTS be CAREFUL The season for wet, slippery pavements is here and demands that special care be exercised by all drivers of motor vehicles. DRIVE CAREFULLY ... and read carefully every word of this advertisement THE Highway Safety Committee has been urging motorists during the year to exercise CARE, COURTESY and COMMON. SENSE in the operation of their vehicles. The Committee appreciates the whole -hearted support its efforts have received from every source. We have had the best of co-operation from the Advisory Committee, which is composed of some of the leading citizens of the Province, from the press, from motorists and from pedes- trians and, as a result, driving conditions have improved. Let us continue to be traffic conscious and at all times CARE- FUL and COURTEOUS when driving. Severe penalties are provid- ed in our motor ' vehicle laws for those who are care- less or inconsiderate of the rights of other users of the highway. The Financial Responsibility Law which became effective on September 1st provides that the driver's license and all motor vehicle permits of a person convicted of any one of the following offences shall be suspended until proof of financial respon- sibility in the form of a certificate of an insurance company, a bond or securities is filed with the Registrar of Motor Vehicles. READ CAREFULLY Driving without holding a chauffeur's or operator's license. Reckless or negligent driving or'ex- ceeding the allowable speed limits if any injury to persons or property occurs. Driving, or being in charge of a motor vehicle, while intoxicated, or any other criminal offence involving the use of a motor vehicle. Evading responsibility following an accident. Operating a motor vehicle in a race or on a bet or wager. Chauffeurs, operators and owners of motor vehicles are warned that the provisions of this law must be applied in every case. ACCIDENT REPORTING The law now req,:ires every person directly or indirectly involved in a motor vehicle accident, if the accident results is any personal injuries or property damage apparently exceeding fifty dollars, to report such accident to the nearest police officer. A penalty is provided for failure to so report. Remember your Personal Responsi- bility whenever driving a motor vehicle or you may be required to prove your Financial Responsibility. Highway Safety Committee The HON. GEO. S: HENRY) Chairman Secure a copy of theHighway' Traffic Act. Write: ---Motor Vehicles Branch, Parliament Buildings, Toronto. 1e ►i' akin >hexn sink'0 hat Mee i�ie' Aman character rather t o s • din the and fish hen , tan. g 11e' r determine a nation's future, and' as noevidence v -we have said there is that British character is deteriorat- ing' Let us now return to rubber anti tell the story of how the first rut beer plants were smuggled out of Brazil' by an adventurous English- man, taken to Kew Gardens, and ev- entually became one of the great sources of British national wealth, and one of the foundations of Britain's position in international trade. Up until about 1910 when the E•ng- Iish rubber came on the market, the world depended for its supply upon what is called wild rubber, by which it meant the product of rubber trees growing in the primeval jungles, tapped, ,but never planted by man. The annual consumption was about 70,000 tons, of which Brazil produced more than half. As a matter of fact Brazil had always produced most of the •rubber used in the world after there became a serious demand for it, and Brazil was well aware of the value of this monopoly. The strictest laws were enforced against any rubber plants or seeds leaving the country. A man could as easily carry a keg of whiskey in his arms across the Suspension Bridge and hope to get into the United States under the eye of an honest customs official as he could hope openly to carry rubber seeds out of the country. The vigil- ance of the Brazilian Government was reinforced by the fact that rubber seeds retain their power to germinate for only seven weeks. Thus, if they were smuggled out it would be neces- sary that they should be planted in suitable soil within a strictly limited period of time. Nevertheless there were Englishmen who 'believed that there would be a great reward for the man who could steal Brazil's rubber monopoly, for even 50 years ago or more there were those farsighted enough to see that the future market for rubber would not 'be limited to pencil erasers and the vulcanized butts of guns. One of them was a man named Ferriss who in 1873 was able to procure 2,000 Havea seeds, which reached England. But only six of them germinated and the plants of these were lost when transplanted to Calcutta. Then came Wickham three years later who was to die Sir Henry Alexander. As a young man he went to Brazil and en- gaged in rubber planting. He became convinced that there was nothing in the soil or climate of Brazil which was not possessed by other soils and climates, and that rubber would grow in many other countries. His mind became preoccupied with the idea of getting rubber seeds out of Brazil and beginning a new industry in some British country. Those to whom he confided his idea thought he was a visionary but finally he enlisted the co-operation of Sir Joseph Hooker, then director of Kew 'Gardens in Lon- don, and the India Office commission- ed him to make the attempt. To get possession of the seeds in the first place was a difficult matter for the plantations were jealously watched. But finally after suffering privations in the Brazilian swamps in the course of which he narrowly escaped drowning he did get his hands on 70,000 rubber seeds. The next prob- lem was to get them to England with- in seven weeks. He was so far from civilization that he had no idea when steamers sailed or if, when he reach- ed the coast, he would be able to board one. But he knew that he was to race against time, and he made all possible speed down the river until he reached the sea. There he had the good luck to find a British steamer in a harbor waiting to pick up a cargo. All the cargo Wickham had to offer was contained in three small cases, and be had the greatest difficulty in persuading the captain to accept it and start for home. But in the end, after he had promised the captain £1,500 the ,vessel cleared. At Para customs officials came aboard and made their usual search. They asked about the contents of the three cases, "Botanical specimens," replied Wick- ham and the vessel was allowed to proceed. It reached England barely in time and the seeds were planted at Kew, without the loss of a minute that could be saved. Most of the seeds failed to germinate but four per' cent. of them lived, and were later sent to Straits Settlement and Ceylon where they laid the foundations of the rub- ber industry that now supplies 60 per sent, of the world's demand. NEWS AND • INFORMATION FOR THE BUSY FARMER O.A.C. Sale. The annual auction sale of pure- bred cattle, sheep and swine at 0. A. C. will be held on Thursday, October. 23rd, 1930. This event has always attracted widespread interest among cattle breeders and farmers generally and' a large attendance again this year is anticipated. Big Plowing Match. Widespread interest is being evinc- ed in the International Plowing Match and Farm Machinery Demonstration which will be held October 14th, 15th, 16th and 17th, on King's Highway No. 7, near the city of Stratford. This year's match promises to set a new record for number of entries, contests and enthusiasm. The Bean Yield. Reports from the bean growing sections • of 'Ontario give the actual beam yields as somewhat higher than was first estimated. About 67,000 acres of beans were grown in Ontario this year, an increase of $0 per cent, over 1829, Yields however, have been severely cut by the long spells of dry hot weather and ,the total yield will not be larger than in 1929. The On- tario bean crop has a yearly value of well over two million dollars. Mich- igan reports a bean yield of 12 per cent. below last year in spite of a 20 per cent. increase in acreage. The crop for the United States is now es- timated to be slightly below that of last year, and •tfhe yield will probably be the 'smallest since 1917. Appeal to, Producers. In connection with the "Buy On- tario Grown Products" campaign POUNDS OF FAT " I have been taking grusehen Salts for nearly 8 months. I have continued taking erre teaspoonful in warm water si<ery morning. I then weighed 217 pounds, was always bothered with pains in my back and lower part of abdomen and sides. " Now I am glad to say I am a well woman, feel much stronger, years younger and my weight is 170 pounds. I do not only feel better but I look better, so all my friends say. " )f shall never be without Kruschen Salts, will never cease taking my daily dose and more than glad to highly recommend it for the great good that is In it."—Mrs. S. A. Solomon. "P.S.—You may think I am exaggerating by writing such a long letter but truly I feel so indebted to you for putting out such wonderful salts that I cannot say enough." which is being aggressively prosecut- ed by the 'Government, an appeal is made to producers' to help make the scheme successful by being even more careful than in the past about their offerings. The Department is recom- mening graded !vegetables and the pro- ducer has a splendid' opportunity to get this new business by offering graded products. The radio talk giv- en daily at noon from Station CFRB, Toronto, is a service to housewives suggesting .how high quality produce may be purchased and of course, On- tario -grown products are being boost- ed. 'Some of the large merchandising firm's have definitely changed their policies and in their advertising are featuring Ontario grown farm pro- ducts. Consumers are turning more and more to Ontario produce and it only rests witn the producer to give them what they want. That agriculture as a profession is appealing more and more to the wo- men of Ontario every year is evi- denced by the fact that there are fives• girls enrolled in the freshmen class at the O.A.C. this year. Prepare For 1932 Show. The Ontario Department is taking time by the forelock as it were, in- sofar as making preparations for the World's Grain Exhibition and Con- ference of 1932 is concerned. Farmers are being urged by the Department to keep this year's seed in the event of the crop of next year not being up to the high standard' of former years. Fall fair judges have been instructed to be on the watch for extra fine qual- ity grain and seed at this year's fall fairs and' to send samples to the field husbandry 'branch at Guelph for ex- amination. Officials of this department report that already there has been much interest evinced 'by growers, many of whom have announced their intention 'of preparing for the 1932 exhibition. Those Old Engines. Did you ever wonder what becomes of all the old steam traction engines when they die? If they're good, they go to Norfolk County, and there they stand outside tobacco kilns and pump in steam to cure the 'bright leaf. Many have been seen at work during the past month' doing just this thing and proving conclusively that there is al- ways some way to use even the most apparently outworn agricultural im- plement. New Interest in Sheep Raising. Marked success is attending the De- partment's effort to stimulate a greater interest in sheep -raising by the establishment of Sheep Clubs throughout the, provincje, AS mem= bership of ten is required before ap- plication can be made to start a Sheep Club. The members must be under 30 years of age and reside on farms where sheep are not now kept and where the accommodation for success- fully raising sheep is satisfactory. Each member will 'be supplied with five ewe lambs by the Department and with a purebred ram for a 'period of two years. The first year one lamb must be returned to the Ontario Live- stock Branch and during each of the next succeeding three years two lambs until a total of seven lambs have been returned. Each member must care for his flock in accordance with regula- tions laid down by the Livestock Branch and must dip his flock for ex- ternal parasites at least once a year. A considerable number of clubs are already in operation and other appli- cations are being received from time to time. Will Investigate Markets, W. B. Somerset, of Burlington, has been appointed by Hon. T. L. Ken- nedy, Minister of Agriculture, to delve into the question of marketing fruits and vegetables from the farm- er's standpoint a work that was start- ed by Hon. Mr. Kennedy. "We are endeavoring to find new markets for Ontario's fruit and vegetables," said Mr. Kennedy. "We are centering chiefly on Winnipeg and Montreal." Mr. Somerset, who is an expert on advertising and marketing conditions, will make recommendations on the situation, supplementary to those al- ready made by Hon. Mr. Kennedy. The Department is co-operating with agricultural authorities from all parts 'of the province in an effort to solve the problem of excess cheap cattle feed now in the farmers' hands. "We 'are making an effort to find some way to assist the farmer in keeping cheap grain ,for feeding," declares LOVELY • H, tV O;l Busy hands -at hard tasks day in and day out. Persian Balm keeps the skin soft and pliable. Removes redress and relieves irritation, At sour Druggist pr'IAN. ALM. on. Mr. Eenne4y, "so that we' will have the farmers selling eattle nett y ar," Britfs Apple Market. Andrew ulton, the Department fruit xePxese ratio) in Britain, writes. that earlyShipments of attractive, well colored apples will be in demand at fair prices until the middle of De - ember. Such varieties as Wealthy, Ribston„ Baxter, ling, Snow, Bald- win, etc., should, sell 'satisfactorily. The encouraging outlook for Ontario apples this season is based on the fact that the British embargo against the lower grades of American apples. has reduced arrivals) from that coun- try by over '501 per cent. compared with a year ago. This restriction against the United States • remains in force until November 15th. Mr. Ful- ton points out that really 'high values cannot be expected due to the low spending power of the public in Great Britain,' However, if the apples ,are packed well and every precaution is taken to have them arrive in - good condition, Ontario apples should find a ready, sale on the• British market in the next few months. Empire Fruit Show. Ontario apples growers are watch- ing their orchards closely for the selection of apples and other fruits to be shown at the Empire Fruit Show in Leicester, England, October 24th to November 1st. Fruit growers from all parts of the Empire will com- pete for honors and the competition promises to 'be keener than ever for the championships, cups and medals. The various Provincial Governments, as well as the Dominion Fruit Branch, are exhibiting special displays, while the individual entries from growers and organiz tions will show the Brit- ish market the excellence of Canad- ian apples and other fruits. At last year's show in Birmingham over 90,- 000 0;000 people attended. One of the features is the free distribution of Canadian apples by the Empire Mar- keting Board. This year they will be distributing over 20,000 individual specimens. ALMOST AS GOOD Fred King found that he couldn't get home for his holidays this year. His mother was terribly disappointed. But Fred has made amends—he calls his mother by long distance every Sunday evening. 'His mother declares the weekly talk is the next best thing to a visit. And, of course, it's much less expensive. NOTEPAD HANDY AROUND A HOUSE Tiny note -pads may 'be purchased in bundles—six for five cents. I find many uses for them. No. 1. Place one in the kitchen on which to jot down groceries, meats, vegetables, which must 'be ordered. No, 2. Place one beside the tele- phone for telephone numbers. No. 3. Place one in the bathroom cabinet. This gives the members of the family a chance to write down all toilet articles that are getting low, such as tooth paste, toilet powder, etc. This is a convenience, as it en- ables me to purchase the required art- icles when they are on sale. No. 4. Keep one in the sewing basket on which to mark down re- quired articles, such as thread, elastic, tape, wools (with color) for mending socks. Then watch for "notion" sales and order the articles when they are reduced in price. No. 5. Living room. Perhaps while reading you see something you wish to cut out of the paper, but do not wish to do so before members of the family have finished reading it. Write down the number of the page. You may see bargains at a certain store; mark down the store, telephone num- ber and department, with details of the sale. No. 6. Slip one of the pads in your apron pocket. While you are working you may frequently see small tasks which must be attended to on the fol- lowing day or during a spare mom- ent. There may be a spot on the car- pet which must be removed or a cob- weg to be removed when the tool and moment are convenient. No. 7. Always keep a pad beside the radio. You are sure to hear some- thing you wish to remefnber. It may be a good lecture or speech, some good music ora cookery lesson that is announced. Mark down the time and the number of the station. There is so much now on the radio that we cannot trust our memories to keep track of the numerous announcements. No. 8. One little note -pad in your purse and a -pencil will always be found useful. About the pencils. I keep a small pencil with each pad, to save time and steps. Ends of pencils will do, or the small pencils we get with tally cards at parties. RECIPES FOR LATE PICKLES French Tomato Pickle. One peck green tomatoes, six on- ions, all sliced. Sprinkle with one cup- ful of salt and let stand all night. In the morning drain well and scald in weak vinegar for ten minutes, then add one pound of sugar, two table- spoons of curry powder, two teaspoons cinnamon, two teaspoons allspice, two tablespoons mustard, and simmer all together for a few minutes, then bot- tle. Pottsville Pickle. One and one-half quarts green tom- atoes, 1ns quarts ripe tomatoes, two onions, three ripe peppers without the seeds. Chop the vegetables; sprinkle with half a cup of salt and let stand over night. Drain and add one quart of vinegar, half a teaspoonful of cloves, half a teaspoonful of cinnamon, half a teaspoonful of mustard seed and two cups of sugar. Cook until tom- ato is tender. Bordeau Sauce. One gallon green tomatoes, two green peppers, one mediumrsized head of cabbage, eight onions (medium sized), chop all fine, sprinkle over one cupful of salt and let it stand for one hour. Drain. Add one-half ounce turmeric, one-half Ounce ',celery seed, ATIOR MOUTH D TRO . AN OST Ezpostr't4 dam weather' esai use of voice,or smoking k g are frequentlj the source of irritated, sore throats.. Unless promptly cared for serious complications often follow. A gargle of one part Absothiiae, Ir., to nine parts water will Wag quick relief to the Inflamed tissues... Awd if there is congestion with the infection. as usually happens, break it up at once by rubbing the outside of the threat with a few drops of fun -strength Absorbiae, Jr,.• To sweeten the breath and keep the at moalluth tiinmes, a clthe dean,aiwholelyusesomofe Absoottditiga orb , Jr,, diluted as a mouth -wash •�is iddeeii just a few drop) in a little water morning and night. Get a bottle at your druggist's -41.25. ite one-quarter pound white mustard seed, two pounds white sugar and one buart of vinegar. Boil all for one hour, and bottle. Cucumber Pickle. One gallon sliced green cucumbers, sprinkle with salt and let stand for several hours, then drain. For the dressing, mix together one ounce mustard seed, 11/2 teaspoonful celery seed, 13/2 teaspoonful curry powder, one tablespoonful mustard, one tablespoonful turmeric powder, two cupfuls brown sugar, and enough vinegar to cover the pickles. Mix to- gether, add the pickles and simmer for 30 minutes, then bottle. Piccalilli. One quart cucumbers, one quart onions, one quart cauliflower, one head celery, 'one red pepper. Remove seeds from pepper, and put all ingredients' through the food chopper. Put' into separate dishes, sprinkle with salt and let stand over night. In the morn- ing drain and put into preserving ket- tle with two quarts of vinegar, one- quarter ounce white mustard seed, one-half ounce celery seed, three cup- fuls !brown • sugar and let come to boiling point. 'Mix to a paste with cold water, 2-3. cupful flour, 2 ounces mustard, one-half ounce turmeric and pour into the pickle. Stir quickly, bring to boiling point, and boil for one minute, then 'bottle. Manitoba Pickles. Twelve large green cucumbers (peel and slice), six large onions (peel and slice). Sprinkle with salt and let stand over night. Drain and add the following dressing: One and one-half pints vinegar, two cups granulated sugar, one teaspoon turmeric; one- half teaspoon curry powder, two tea- spoons flour, 11/2 teaspoon mustard. Boil until pickles are glossy, bottle and seal. If dressing is not quite thick enough, add slightly more flour. Tomato Cream. Wash 18 large ripe tomatoes, 1Z large ripe apples and 12 onions. Slice them 'and cook thoroughly, remove from fire and rub through a sieve. To the pulp add one pound white sugar, in pound mustard, one quart vinegar, one teaspoon cayenne pepper, one teaspoon salt. Cook 'slowly until it is the consistency of cream. Bottle while hot. Sweet Crab Apple Pickle. Three pounds crab apples, 2 cups cider vinegar, one cup sugar, I'z tea- spoons cloves, 11/2 teaspoons allspice berries, 11/2 teaspoons black pepper, 11/2 teaspoons ginger. Wipe crab apples, remove stems and steam until soft. Tie spices in muslin bag, put in preserving kettle, add vinegar, sugar and apples, bring gradually to boiling point and let simmer 20 minutes. Spiced Celery. Six 'bunches celery, 15' tomatoes, 1 red pepper, 2 cups sugar, 2 table- spoons salt, 1 teaspoon mustard, one teaspoon cloves, 1 teaspoon allspice, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon cel- ery seed, 11/2 cups vinegar. Cut off roots and leaves of celery, separate stalks and chop. Wipe, peel and chop tomatoes. Wipe and chop pepper. Mix dry ingredients and add vinegar. Combine mixture, put in preserving kettle, bring to boiling point, and let simmer one and one- half hours. Fill jars to overflow and adjust covers. We can liken civilization to many things, and one is undoubtedly a steam roller.—Mr. John Buchan. Freedom from gangs is much Iike other freedom. It is reserved for those who have 'backbone enough to win it—San Francisco Chronicle. Something seems to have happened to the American theory that higher and higher wages make for more and more prosperity,=Lord Melchett. The tendency is modern dancing will be more and more away from the jazz and ingreasingly toward the classic and conservative style.—Thos. M. Sheehy, president of the Dancing Masters of America. Human life is like a game of bridge. Our innate potentialities are the cards dealt out to us. --A. E. Heath. We must graft on to democracy some of the virtues of aristocracy.— Will Durant. 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