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Home My WebLink AboutThe Huron Expositor, 1979-07-19, Page 8a. air THE -HURON EXPOSITOR ,..4.1.11,,Y/ 19,,. 1.919 nsumercolum.n BY USE GMT' Predictions about the effect of the American; energy difficulties on Canada's situation have run rampant in the last few weeks, reaching a crisis point just prior to. Jimmy Carter' S speech. We have been either wise or lucky in this. country so far- Gasoline Shortages; have not reached the epidemic nroPerti9114 Of news* the border. Until such time when it is economically feasible to turn to alternate forms of energy, every consumer can do his or her part to keep Canada on its feet. ' Rather than cripple your own pocketbook and the country's coffer, try some of these gas saving tips: Slow down! Save your pennies, your health and our resources. While doing so, keep a light and steady foot on, the gas pedal, avoid stop -and -go driving and unnecessary acceleration. If you are going to be gone from your car for more than one minute, shut it off, Idling for more than a minute wastes more gas than it takes to re -start, Rainy; weather will reduce traction, rein:king; Mere energy. to OM your Car. goy down in bad weather to save gas arid accidents. If you car will take the cheapest regular gasoline, use it inateadOf premium. Using, the higher ,priced fuel does not improve mileage if your ear doesn't need it. Don't be afraid to buy cheaper or off -brand gas, there's nothing wrong with it, it's just the refining surplus that oil companies sell to independent retailers for three to eight cents a gallon les than what they charge for their own gas $MtionS• FaithfullY keep your ear in good con- dition. For the average car, a tune-up will, increaSe your mileage by 6 per cent'. If you've been neglecting your vehicle, it could help! br as much as 20 per cent. Check your tires, at least once a -month. Tires lacking air are dangerous and increase fuel eonsumptiOn. Even one pound above recommended pressures will reduce stress and give you a three per cent saving Qn gas. Avoid jumping from one stoplight only to miss the next. Drive slowly through . intersections. Never accelerate when going VANASTRA FACTORY OUTLET "The Store That Saves You More" 1 I CHAR. GEX VISA SUMMER FABRIC SPECIALS T -SHIRTING Make your own and save M. We are . featuring our first quality t -shirting. Choose from stripes or plains. , OUR REGULAR '3.17 METRE $21 7' • METRE ..• ...." master charge BORG PIECES We have just received another., ship. ' ment of Borg Pieces. Excellent selection of colourful' pieces in stock now INDIVIDUALLY PRICED • ASSORTED COTTONS' Choote from an, excellent assortment on colourful patterned prints. weal for . . Coal summer -cover-ups. • • . ... • CERAMIC BATHROOM FIXTURES Choose from, our selection of soap dishes, switch plates, towel bars, tissue holders, and more. `Great selection of colours. VALUE. PRICED • !";',,,.."‘"' • $199 SCATTER MATS Ideal for cottage or trailer, Ap- prox. size 27" x 52". Come in now - ' quantities are limited.' OUR REGULAR '7.99 NOW JUST $ COO a/ • • BOYS' SHORT -SLEEVE SHIRTS. Many styles and colours $21:9 EA. BOYS' SWEATSHIRTS Made by Penman's,, these quality shirts come in red, blue', white, beige, and green. Size S.M-L • EA. $L95 ' 40:1e BOYS' JEANS Quality Canadian.made jeani. Tough -will' stand up to wear and tear. Size 10 to 18, LADIES' COUGAR SHOES LADIES'. SLACKS. Size range of 5 to 18 Wide selection, VALUE. PRICED AT A complete size range navy or brown. OUR REG. '19.99 $17" • MEN'S SHORT -SLEEVE SHIRTS $297 "' Handsomely styled by Newcastle. For golf - or summet leisure wear. Sizes right up to XL. $695 • EA. t MEN'S SWEATSHIRTS Canadian made in sizes S.M.L. Choose from red, navy, light blue, whits or beige. Great for sitting out on these cool, damp nights. $799 I. VANASTRA FACTORY OUTLET "Tb. Store thet Ytiv Mere' mDl V Likoollt sAre cormis2 trifisomackl•at, oink I s P. . NEW STORE HOURS: -, LWonky .fritiaillie.m.- • p.m Saturday 16 ean. . 6 p.m. • Sunday 12 neon . 6 pm, Highway 4 South o ClIcalon (29 Vanostro • Up a'hill, it's not worth the fuel, consurnp,« lien for, the ,extra speed. Try to park in the shade, to prevent gaSeline evaporation, from the hot sun. Keep We tank more than, half full, or impurities which sink to the bottom of your tank are drawn intothe fuel line, clogging and, causing damage,. Themost effective way to save gas. however, is to leave your car parked: Pon't use it for unnecessary trips around, the block. Walk if you can. Qet exercise and save Money. For short :trips, around town, use •a bievele it nep4n4t he an expensive, thoroughbred. :10 -speed. A good old bike with two wheels and back-pedal brakes will de fine. Attach' a carrier, use it for hauling parcels- TransportatiOn is ,one of the biggest expenses in the. Canadian family budget, seennd only to housing and food, Energy Conservation is a growing international onstance family attends Correspondent MRS, MARY MERNER 482-7143 Mr. and Mrs, Cecil Her- man of Shakespeare visited last weekend with Mr. and Mrs, PaulStevenson. David, Darren and Luanne, returned to spend some holidays with their grandparents. Mr. and Mrs. Maris Bos of erp. Holland. visited on Fri- dayand Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Maris Bos, Steven. Sharon, Michael, Kenny, Andy and. Kathy, Sandy and Julie Merner WI" -spent a. few days holidays with their grandmother Mrs. J. Merner of Kitchener. Mr, and Mrs. Paul Steven- son and David attended the Music Fest '79 held at the Airport Holiday Inn in Tor- onto, over the weekend. Congratulations to David on winning the Adjudi:ator award. Mr. and. Mrs. Jim Thome, son and Leisa held a fish fry at their home on Sunday. Those attending were the Ross Millson family of Wood- stock, Gordon Dale family, Bill Millson. family, Bud and Barb 'Sturgeon of Bayfield, Lisa and Blaine Stephenson of Varna, John Thompson' family, Meade and Dorothy Baker of Winthrop and Jack Storey family of R.R. 1, Blyth, Mr. and Mrs. Cam Patter- son of London are visiting with her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Frank Riley. Miss Trudy Dimaline of Hamilton and her fiance. Ken. Allen who teaches at the Cathedral Boys High school' are visiting, this week with • her family Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Dimaline, Don, Peter and David. They are enjoying all the activities in the area, horse racing, Blyth theatre, etc. Mr, and Mrs. Paul:Steven- son and, David visited. on Sunday with Mr. and» Mrs. David Preszcator, Christine, Lisa, Christopher and Greg- ory, The Wammes family pic- nic was held on Sunday at Parkhill. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. John Wammes Sr.. Mr, and Mrs. • concern. Health and fitness have haunted Canadians for years. Take to the road an, foot or on bicycle whenever possible. Save our energy, use your own wisely and profitably, and put away a few dollars for a rainy day. oronto John Wammes, Teresa and Brian, Mr. and Mrs, Ed Warnmes, Ronnie and Mark, Mr, and Mrs, Marris Bos, 'Steven, Sharon, Kenny, Michael, Andy and Kathy. Court Constantine L1842 held their meeting on Thurs. day evening July 12th. Business discussed during the evening was: The lodge 'provided two trophies that were presented at the Ball Tournament held at. Winth. rop. Delphine, Leslie, and Verne Dolmage, Walter and Muriel McClure and Don Fest Buchanaxr attended the con- vention held' in 1ponclon from July 8th to 11th. This being centennial year, the goal was one hundred thousand doll- lars for the cancer fund,, and it was passed realizing one hundred twenty six thousand and five, hundred dollars. Money wasdonated to send one child to camp, 'through the Huron County Family & Children's Services in Goderich (Children's Aid). Elma Jewitt volunteered to arrange a Foresters picnic, Schneiders Wieners. Schneiders . MINI SIZZLERS. -1 I lb. Pkg. Schneiders. BEEF PATTIES 2 -lb. Box Schneiders COLD CUTS 6 oz.,Pkg• 10 Varieties Schneiders Broken HAM SLICES 6 oz. pkg. Meat & produce prices effective until Tues, July 24, 1979 Tender Young BEEF LIVER 1.2!) lb. Schneiders Olde Fashion HAMS halves 3.19 lb. Ont. Grown #1 Fresh Crisp HEAD LETTUCE Prod. 'USA. Can. No. 1 Sunkist Schneiders Cello STEAKETTES 19 .7 1 lb. Pkg. Schneiders BOLOGNA 3 Varieties in 16 oz. o K -Food' Brand—Grade A Large. EGGS Aliens Assorted Flavours FRUIT DRINKS 48 oz. Tins Royale Bathroom White Pink or Yellow TISSUE 8 roll pkg. Royale Facial White Pink or Yellow Blue Bonnet White or Coloured MARGARINE 3 lb. 2.19 Sunny White or Pink tit lam LEMONADE 12% °I. 4/1 McCain FRENCH FRIES 2 -lb. KIST Mon.Ttteti.Wed. 9.6 P.m. Thurs & Fri. 9.9 p.m. Saturday 9,6 p.m.