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The Huron Expositor, 1975-06-05, Page 20ARNOLD STINNISSEN LIFE HEALTH and ACCIDENT Registered Retirement Pensions — Income nix Deductable Registered • Rodtetnent Annuities --,REPRESENTING — Sun Life Assurance 0 Lonipany Of Canada TELEARRIEs 527.410 GODEllitt ST..?EAST SEAPORTH Tender fresh green asparagus will be appearing on most local markets this month. With warm rains and bright sunshine, pops up as if by magic. Gardeners must keep a sharp eye out for the first signs of the tender tips peeping through the soil. from then on it's a race to keep the asparagus cut as it can grow from eight to ten inches a day. When you buy asparagus, look for bright green bunches with straight stalks and tightly closed tips. Store unwashed• and untrimmed in a plastic bag in the refrigerator, and use within one or two days. If used as a vegetable along with the• main course, one pound of asparagus will serve four. However, -true asparagus lovers will not be satisfied with this amount. There- fore, buy asparagus often and in quantities to please your family. And don't forget that a serving of asparagus is an excellent source of iron and vitamins A and C. Before cooking, wash the stalks carefully using a soft brush. Break off each stalk as far down as it will snap easily. Remove any scales if sand ,has collected under them. Because asparagus cooks pest in an upright position, stand the stalks in about two inches of boiling water in a deep covered saucepan. This way the tender tips will be cooking in steam. Allow six to twelve minutes depending on the size of the stalks. There are as many delicious ways of serving asparagus as there' are nationalities. In Italy, they sprinkle cooked asparagus first with grated parmesan cheese then with melted butter and just before serving pop, it under the broiler for a glazed effect. A.. Polish favourite is asparagus sprinkled with the sieved yolk of a hard-cooked egg and finely chopped parsley and covered just Rhubarb Can be baked, stewed and frozen BANK .RASE . - . Comes To Brussels Motors See Our Selection We have a number of 1975 Chevrolet Impalas and Pontiac Parisienne Broughams 1974-Pontiac Pariesienne Brougham 1974 Chevrolet Impala 1974-Maverick 1974-Matador 2-1974-Pontiac L.emans 19"/..i-rord Ualaxte 500 1971-Pontiac Catalina 4 dr H.T. 1970-Maveriek 3-1973 Pontiac Parisienne 4 dr. H.T. 2-19733.1973 FordsChevrolet lmoala 4 dr., H.T. 1-1973 Torino 4 dr. 2.1973 Chevelle 4 dr. Sedan 1971 Chev..3edan 1971 Ford Galaxie 4 dr, H.T. 1970 Chev Impala 4 dr. H.T. 1970 Olds Po Pontiac 2 d tiac Cra.t H.T. alina 4 dr. H.T. 1970 A number of used cars from STATION WAGONS 1971 Ford Station Wagon 1973 Ford Custom 500 Station Wagon TRUCKS 1973-Chev. 3/4 ton V8 auto. 1973-Chev. 60 series 18' Van 8-, Power Tailgate 1973-Chev. 50 Series 16' Van 1972-Chev. 60 series 18' Van 1972 Chev. 66 series Cabin Chassis 1969 Ford Tilt Cab 18' Van POwer Tailgate .1968 Chev .50 series Ur Stake 1971 Dndee tun V8 Auto. 1971 GMC 1 ton Cabin Chassis 1971 Ford 'A ton pickup•V 8 Aut. 1970 Ford 1 'ton with duals 1972 Ford 3/4 ton V8 1972 Ford 'A ton V8 1969 Ford /A tun 6 Cy'. Stan. 19.66 to 1969. A number of vans from 1.969 to 1972. BRUSSELS MOTORS BRUSSELS ONTARIO PHONE 867-6173.—"Yhe Horne of Better Used Cant' OPEN EVERYdVENING before serving with fine bread crumbs toasted in butter. Some ways of serving aspara- gus are also world favourites - with cheese, egg or hollandaise sauce, sour cream and mayon- naise *Tith curry, herbed butter, crumbled bacon, in a souffle or omelet or .as a chilled soup. Canada,iaKng., Food Advisory Services, Agri- culture suggest "Asparagusa for those who wish to serve this. spring vegetable at a brunch or luncheon. Asparagus a la King 1-1/2 pounds asparagus 1/3 cup chopped green onion 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1-1/2 cups milk 1/2 pint (1-1/4 cups( sour cream 6 hard-cooked eggs, diced 2 tablespoons chopped parsley. Cut asparagus in 1-inch pieces, Cook in boiling salted water until tender (about 10 minutes). Drain, Saute onion in butter until transparent. Blend in flour and seasonings. Gradually add milk. Stir and cook until smooth and thick. Add asparagus with remaining ingredients and heat through. Serve on toast or patty shells. 6 servings. Remember! It takes 'but a moment to place an Expositor Want Ad and be money in pocket. To advertise, just dial Seaforth 527-0240. 0 • yr, Maternity Wear AT THE SEPARATE SHOPPE MAIN CORNER OPEN 2.6 P.M. CLINTON ' CLOSED WEDNESDAYS., Our new Ministry of Culture and Recreation has five major areas of responsibility. Here's what they are- and what they mean to you. Multi-Cultural Support and Citizenship—to preserve the cultural heritages of the geople of Ontario and to assist newcomers to adjust to life in our province. Art Support to assist the visual arts, music, literature, drama, dance and handicrafts, and to help stimulate popular interest irtthese activities. Sports and Fitness—to encourage increased physical fitness along with participation and enjoyment of athletic activities, and to assist Ontario athletes to develop their full potential. Libraries and Community Information —to increase access to information for residents of Ontario so that they can make the most effective use of facilities and programs available in their communities. Heritage Conservation — to protect archeological sites and encourage the preservation and appreciation of properties of architectural and historic significance. If you would like more information about the new Ministry or any of its programs, write to: Ministry of Culture and Recreation Communications Branbh Main Parliament Building,.Room 347 Queen's Park Toronto, Ontario M7A 1A1 Ministry of Culture and Recreation Robed Welch, Minister ague Government of Ontario William Davis, Premier -...41111110111110111111 .11111110,111111inieussamosionammt, 14, 4 (gxpositor Huronview Thirty-nine residents took the mystery bus tour last Saturday conducted by Bill Crawford. The residents bid farewell to Reverand and Mrs. Beukema, of the Clinton Christian Reformed Church at the regular Sunday evening song service. Mr. and Mrs. Beukema will be greatly missed at the Home as they have been very active in many ways during the past years. Mrs. Beukema has been organist for the song services this year with Dick Roorda as leader. Marie Flynn, Frank Forrest, Lorne Lawson and Norman Speir provided old tyme music for the Mondays program. The Christian Reformed volunteers assisted with activities and Mrs. Scott was honoured on her ninety-fifth birthday with a special number by Mrs. Henderson. The adopted grandmothers of the Clinton ,Kinette Club were invited to a smorgasbord dinner on Tuesday evening at the Clinton Public School. Thirty-four residents took advantage of the outing and all report a lovely dinner followed by a program. The Festival City Rhythm Band of Stratford entertained on Family Night. The band was formed last year under the leadership of Mrs. Helen Ebel and has twenty members all Senior citizens with a great deal of musical talent. There are three violinists/an accordion player a guitarist with other., members praying cymbals, triangles and a piano accompanist. Eight of the band members danced the French minuet and square dance with another member doing a take off of three Al Jolson numbers. Mrs. Bessie Elliott thanked the entertainers inviting them to come again whenever possible. Much mower. 9. • Big-job power. • 5 forward speeds & reverse. • With proper attachments Snapper solves many yard care problems. • Free demon- stration on your own lawn. liANA°49? mowers S I. 8afrry cm/4i 'ens SHARPE'S MAINTENANCE SERVICE eaforth, Ontario Phone 527-1746 - • • • -** • ; • Fj• • --•,••• - • • • " • ••=• . ' . • • • • • Ends by Elaine Townshend ry it A la King Asparagus a delicacy in any countries p Odds n' They watched a certain program for a few days; they became involved in the plot, although it wasn't deep, and they identified with the characters, Soon they turned into soap addicts. I once heard two of my neighbours discussing an affair between Jean and Joe. "Jean's husband was ready to kick her out, but poor Eve, Joe's wife, still pretended ohe didn't suspect anything. Meanwhile, young Nancy and John were planning to elope, and the police were hot on the trail of Henry's killer. For a moment, I thought I had been missing a lot of the action in our neighbourhood. Then I realized they were comparing notes on their favourite soap operas-. To soap fans, the characters seem real; they love some and hate others. The viewers anticipate how each individual will react in a particular situation. In a sense, they share the ups and down of life with their TV counterparts. The television programers reserve four- and-a-half beaus every afternoon for soap operas. Thirteen different shows vie for the interest of millions of viewers. Some of these programs appear too dramatic. The actors and actresses wear pained expressions on their faces, and few smiles are exhibited. "Is life really that bad?" I wonder. perhaps I have a warped sense of humour, because I find the melodrama rather amusing. Am I booked on soap operas? No! 'I watched one faithfully for awhile, but I became bored by its slow pace. Strangely, though, I still keep tabs on it. My friends bring me up-to-date. If I see the show every month or so, I catch the latest marriage, divorce, accident, illness, murder trial or political scandal. In fact, it's time for that old soap opera now. Maybe I'll tune in today to see what's happening. Just this once, mind you - I'm no soap addict! opoor • • Mi NO • jMG C4.0.9 By J.D.Scott-Mac Issaac LEARNING insAsnmEs Life Size Scrabble • The most complete type of learning experience is one in which the child is involved both physically and mentally. Learning the alphabet with the help of this game is such an experience. Materials 72 - sheets of common bond paper- (eight x twelve inches) - - several different colors of magic markers Instructions 1. In large hold letters mark out three sets of the twenty-four letters in the alphabet. 2. Many different game plans are possible with the large letters, herb are two.. (A) The class is divided into four, five or six even number groups, with each member of each group with an equal number of letters. The groups then compete to form words the fastest i.e. an animal. (B) Without forming into groups, each• child is given an equal number of letters. The teacher then 'gives a command i.e. try to make the longest word, and the children get into groups themselves.(at all times the letter used is to be held in front of the child and words must read from left to right) When parents learn that their child has a learning disability, many strange images of mentally or physically subnormal beings come to some minds. Simply stated, a learning disability is anything of a mental, physical or psychological nature which inhibits or prevents a person's ability to learn in a creative and efficient manner. Recent studies from all parts of the world have revealed that the occurence of learning disabilities is far more common than one would think and that as many as one in ten children are afflicted to a greater or lesser degree by some type of learning disability. Knowledge about the nature and causes of learning disabilities has taken many many years and certainly large numbers of children have suffered because of ignorance in this field, Children were classified as inattentive, non-cooperative, sloppy or dull; when in reality they might be indications of learning disabilities. Even with our increased awareness of learning disabilities, it would be foolish to say that we have got the problem licked. A great deal has yetfo be discovered. But perhaps the greatest weakness is the general lack across Canada of sufficient numbers of trained persons to work in schools combating learning disabilities. At the root of this, is the almighty dollar with school boards being unable or unwilling to spend the money necessary to hire psychologists and counsellors. Usually those that are hired are expected to do the impossible and can only attend to the most obvious problems. Also the classroom teacher cannot be expected to do the job of a psychologist. It therefore becomes all important that the parents become actively involved in their children's education. The time to start curing a learning disability is before it seriqusly affects the child's education. Before a child starts to school he should have a complete medical check up, to ensure that some simple physical disorder like p6or sight or hearing will not interfere with the child's enjoyment of the first days at school. Patents should keep a close watch on their child's progress at school both through looking at his daily work and by talking with the child's teacher. Above all, parents must realize that if their child should have a learning disability, it is something which can be helped if not completely cured. Take the time to care. "If you see your n ext-door neighbour, who is, working in her garden, suddenly drop Iler hoe and dash into her house, don't be alarmed.It's probably time for her favourite show. Daytime TV is packed with soap operas, and some people become hooked on them. Thesea.ddicts can't bear to miss one segment, although the story changes little from day to day. Don't Snicker, fellas.A feature in a recent TV Guide shot down the myth that soap operas are enjoyed only by women. Many men take their coffee breaks in front of television sets. The breaks often stretch into a 'half-hour or an hour. When a husband returns home from work, he asks, "Well, what happened today?" He isn't always referring to the events at home. If he couldn't watch TV that afternoon, he probably means, "What happened in my story?" Millions of people, male and female, are devoted to soap operas. They come from varied walks of life - senior citizens, college students, professors, judges, policemen, dentists, house painters, garbage collectors, artists, writers and celebrities, such as Van Cliburn, Dizzy Gillespie and Sammy Davis Jr. Soaps aren't discussed only by homemakers over a back yard fence. They're also rehashed by mechanics in a garage and by businessmen over a conference -table. Why do these people follow the dramatic serials? Invariably, they begin their explanation by saying, "I got hooked." Like our first robin, rhubarb is greeted as a harbinger of spring. It holds within its bright stalks the promise of refreshing desserts. It is just what is required to coax lagging springtime appetites. Spring rhubarb with its deep red staks and tart flavour , is usually sold by the bunch. Look for firm, crisp and straight stalks and use within a day or two. Remove the leaves as they tend to draw moisture from the stalks and cause them to wilt. Rhubarb is so simple to freeze you should put some away for winter meals. It requires no blanching and no sugar. Just wash, trim, cut into one-inch pieces and package in ,freezer bags. It's a good idea to pack just the right amount for a family desert in each container. Freeze four to five cups of cut rhubarb for a pie or three cups to yield two cups of cooked rhubarb or. 4 servings. You can also freeze rhubarb sauce. Cook it as usual and cool it before freezing. To many people, the rhubarb is synonymous with pie. Whether it is the popular two-crust type or has a crumb or meringue topping, it is always delicious. A 9-inch pie requires four to six cups of rhubarb depending upon the type of pie. One pound of rhubarb cut in 3/4 inch pieces yields about 3 cups. Tart, succulent rhubarb may also be stewed or baked. and served as a sauce over a cornstarch pudding or cake. It combines well with other fruits - strawberries, blueberries or pine- apple - in pudding sauces, sherberts or pudding. Team it with biscuit dough to produce a colourful cobbler or shortcake. For variety in your rhubarb fare, Food Advisory Services, Agriculture Canada, suggest that you try "Rhubarb Bavarian Dessert". This chiffon-type dessert is ideal as an afternoon tea sweet or a light dessert with or without the shortbread base.