CENTRE HALL, PA. - IH I i Hi By J. Millar Watt BUT I WISH YOUD HIM NOT TO TAKE MORNING PAPERS FROM THE PORCH WHEN HE LEAVES mr © Bell Syndicate —~WNU Service Wo ulD HAFE To SWALLETR IT HEAD F rst, Hut “What did you say?” “That I feel sort of naked with- “ Has More Than One Name for It “What kind of a car do you drive?” “I don’t know for sure,” said Mr. Chuggins, ‘whether it's what the factory named it, or what I call it in a smash-up.” He'll Change Bill—Isn't it awful that George is going fo get married? Tom-—What's awful about it? Bill—-Why, George was such an easy chap to borrow money from! —Montreal Star. "Fred Proposed 3 us twice the week.” “Must have been practicing up for the proposal he made me last night.” their work and more childrens will be absent from school, as | a result of colds, than at any | other period during the year. | The Tremendous Cost of Colds It has been estimated that colds cost the United States more than | a billion dollars a | year. That figure, | of course, is only | an estimate. It | merely attempts to | gauge the dollars and cents lost in| wages; and in the money spent in an effort to overcome colds. It does not take into account | the discomforts | that may be caused by this common complaint. Nor | does it allow for the possible after- | effects of a neglected cold. Cause and Cure Obscure No scientists today are willing | to state what causes colds or how | they may be cured. Large num- | bers of clinical and laboratory | tests have been performed | throughout the world in an effort | to discover why we catch cold. | Numerous records have been | made concerning colds in men, women and children, as scientific workers have patiently and per- sistently tried investigate the | cause of colds. They have sought | even one clue that might help us| to outwit Various theories have vanced. Many have been dis ed, and others have been cx ered plausible vestigate further The is one point on which many authorities agree: that is a belief that a cold | caused by a germ 11 that it cannot be seen by the powerful microscope. It has been suggested by ber of competent observers whenever the becomes | damp and raw, and wherever | crowds of people gather t ar i ! to been ad- card- nsid- sufficiently to In- re is a Dull weather he cold germ may find mong those whose resistanc low. Prevention Rather Than Cure Though we may not know pre- cisely what causes a cold, nor how to cure it once we have been stricken, we ean and should help to build up bodily resistance, so | that we develop strong reserves against the unknown cold germ and any others lurking about. | Inasmuch as a program for | building up bodily resistance is | on which encourages greater | health and longevity, it is a pro- gram which all forward-looking homemakers shouid put into ef- fect for their families. ns ——— promote normal elimination. And there should be a sufficient amount of water and other fluids; for water flushes the countless channels of physical existence, as well as the large the lungs and skin, as intestine, may bring a good return in health protection. It is important to remember, however, that the best single piece of advice that can be given regarding diet is to eat moderate- ly of well balanced meals. Don't Overeat In addition to partaking ade- quately of the protective foods, those who are endeavoring to plan a program of living that will help to prevent the common cold should likewise guard against overeating. One should also do everything possible to avoid coming in direct contact with persons who have colds. Through a routine of correct eat- ing and sound habits of hygiene, the homemaker can go a long way toward helping her family to pre- vent colds. Remember that here, especially, an ounce of prevention Significance of Vitamin A Nutrition authorities are cific food substance that may be preventing colds?’ or ‘Is it true that vitamin A is especially valu- Here is one answer to both ques- scientists have dence that vitamin A, tions: which and in vegeta- products, and yellow dairy green, leafy cells of the mucous membranes in defenses are preserved. authorities has gone on record as saying ti Ss Op at least four times the amount of vitamin A required for apparent nion healt} is worth perhaps more than a pound of cure! Questions Answered Mrs. L. A. C.—No, it is not es- sential include an egg in the school child's breakfast, provided » receives an egg in some form during the day. An ample, and easily digested breakfast might include fruit, cereal with milk, and milk to drink. to | toast Miss C. M.—Yes, it is true that molasses contains calcium. The amount in a tablespoon and a half has been compared to the amount of this mineral which can be ob- tai of diced carrots. © WNU —C. Houston Goudiss- 1838-48, |TS fun to sew during the long winter evenings, when you use these simple patterns, each In- that you can follow them with no trouble, and listen to the radio at time. Right now, the Helping to Build Resistance Such a program should include proper food, normal elimination, adequate exercise and sufficient rest and sleep so as to avoid fa- | tigue. Just as food plays an im- portant part in helping to promote growth, maintain health and in- crease the chances for longevity, so does it have a stellar role in the battle to prevent colds. The Right Food a Strong Weapon The well balanced diet, as | have previously stated, is one that is built, first of all, upon a firm foundation of the protective foods —milk, eggs, fresh fruits and | vegetables. These are the foods | that are richest in minerals and | vitamins-—substances which help to regulate body processes eh help to guard against deficiency | diseases. i There should be adequate pro- | tein to allow for the demands of | growth and to help repair worn- out body tissue. There should be enough bulk or cellulose to help rics, too, so it's certainly the time to get some sewing done. You can make such pretty things, and save so much money, by doing it. Two-Piecer for Girls. Here's a charming love for school, and it’s so easy can make it themselves. The small. ty flare. other things. flat crepe, silk print or moire. The skirt has such a pret- crisp cottons, too. Three Pretty Aprons. aprons now, and have people begin to drive up unex- pectedly for meals. You'll enjoy having the aprons right now, too, when you serve refreshments to your club. This set is a nice party prize, and a gift idea for your friends who are brides-to-be. It in- cludes two practical pinafore AROUND Items of Interest the Housewife iY : Pl} 3 ES Save Coal.—Put a lump of chalk on the fire. The chalk gets red hot, throws out a great heat and can be used many times. * Sandwich Fillings.—Honey com- bines well with peanut butter, cot- tage cheese, chopped dried nuts or fruit to make sandwich fillings. . * @® Slicing Figs and Dates. — To slice figs, dates and prunes for cooking, cut them with scissors dipped frequently in warm water. This helps avoid stickiness and makes even-edged For fruit puddings, it often is advis- able to cover cut fruit with warm water so it will mix better with the other ingredients. Step Saver.—A working surface with cupboards above it to the left of the sink, sd dishes may be put into the cupboards as soon as dried, saves many steps in the kitchen. . Care of Steel Wool.—Steel wool will last so much longer if dried styles, both made so that they can- slip off your shoulders when you have your hands in the dish water. Also, a sweet little frilly tie- around. Choose dimity, linen, per- | cale or dotted Swiss. The Patterns. is designed for sizes 10, Size 12 re- s 17% yards of 39 inch mate- long-sleeved blouse; 13% short-sleeved blouse; % ontrasting collar and 1% rds for skirt. vo 1630 is designed for sizes 32, 40, 42, 44 and 46. Size uires, for apron No. 1, 2 yards 35 inch material and 12 | yards of braid. For apron No. 2, 14 yards of 35 inch material and 9 yards of braid. For apron No. 3, % yards of 35 inch material and yards of pleating. Send your order to The Sewing ircle Pattern Dept, 247 W, "orty-third street, New York, N. Y. Price of patterns, 15 cents (in coins) each. © Bell Syndicate. —WNU Service, not 16 and 18 wears. an 38, ds of NO FUSS RELIEVING COLD ~ DISCOMFORT THIS WAY! Just Follow Simple Directions Below and Use Fast- Acting Bayer Aspirie from cold, crush and = 3 dissolve 3 Bayer Tablets in 15 glass of water. 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