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Clinton News-Record, 1977-06-16, Page 33• Diamonds are always right The tradition of,the white diamond as the symbol of engagement is 500 ,'years old this year. The first engagement ring was given in 1477 when Maximilian of Austria asked Mary of Burgundy to be his bride. . Maximilian was a little shy about popping the question, so he consulted with an advisor' who told him : "Your •Grace must have a ring set with a• diamond." Maximilian did give Mary a, a sparkling white diamond, and a tradition was started which has continued through the ages. Actually, the diamond has been associated with romance since early Greek times. In fact, the very word diamond comes from the Greek "adamas," meaning unconquerable. The Greeks -believed that the fire in a white diamond reflected the constant flame of love. Games make big splash in pools Making a big splash with home swimming pool -owning families this year will be a wider -than -ever range of games based on long -popular `dry' pastimes. The increasing popularity of home • pools several years ago prompted games and toys, manufacturers to adapt such things as football, baseball,, volleyball, jai alai, hor- seshoes, marbles and checkers to meet the needs of waterborne kids end adults. ` The never-ending assortment of such in -pool games has more recently prompted the National Swimming Pool Institute to advise potential pool owners to investigate the available games at the same time they are deciding what size and shape of pool they want. Also an important consideration, suggests an official of the local NSPI chapter, is the amount of room that will be needed for poolside games such as shuffleboard or badminton. "Plan your pool as part of a com- plete outdoor recreation center to be enjoyed by both children and adults," he says. Radiant life Centre 57 Albert St. Clinton. Come in and browse, We have an excellent selection of: * Souvenirs and Novelties * Bibles * Books * 8 -Tracks * Cassettes * Records Come in and See our Health Food Department Radiant life Centre jl+ "Huron County's Only Complete Christian Book Store" 5 7 ALBERT ST. CLINTON 48 2-31 28 f Page 9 Does your insurance coverage reflect today's value of your fine jewelry? Probably not, if you haven't had an appraisal in two years. The value of diamonds and colored stones has risen considerably in this period. It would be wise for you to have your jewelry re -appraised now for insurance purposes, and we would be happy to perform that service 'for you. Our special gemological instruments, and our Graduate - Gemologist and designer (G.I.A.)' on staff, and our mem- bership in the Canadian Gemological Association. Your, assurance of skilled, ethical, and accurate appraisals of precious gems and fine jewelry. Do stop by. Call first if you have any questions. Do it today. ANSTETT JEWELLERS LIMITED "Renowned for quality since 1950" 11 ALBERT ST., CLINTON 482-3901 SEAFORTH WALKERTON • SUN -LITE PATIO FURNITURE for your place in the 6un Suddenly it's summer! We can make it better. One of the largest selec- tions of quality lawn furniture in the area is now at Beattie Furniture., 1b '4 gyp, " ✓ , GM { p dx. Our 43RD ANNIVERSARY SALE is now in progress — Spectacular Savings for every room in your house .tr Beattie Furniture 18 Albert St., Clinton. 482-9521 °II