Lgtr ensJun Consumers have say through CSA TORONTO CP They ap pear at meetings armed to the teeth with research statistics and barrage of embarrassing questions These are the 52 inquiring and dedicated members of the Canadian Standards Association Consumer Ad visory Panel The CSA established the panel in February 1976 to give Cana dian consumers direct say in helping CSA standards writing committees develop safety and performance standards Recently the panel of volun teers which had previously met in camera opened its meetin to the public And the procee ings were anything but dull The subject that June night was recreational vehicles and on the stand were members of the Canadian Recreational Ve hicle Association They got their turn from the panel members fired questions about the safety of trailer hitches insulation in all weather mobile vehicles and hidden costs The panel consists of people from every walk of life Members include representa tives of labor the teaching pro fession home economics in dustrial design and many trades such as plumbing retailing and appliance repair tho oxamlnor Tuesday July 12 FIRST IN CANADA Since it was established the panel has dealt with bicycles child carriers for bikes eye and tooth protection for hockey players as well as the desir ability of standards for play ground equipment lhe federal department of consumer and corporate affairs has shown interest in the activi ties of the CSA panel Wendy Butler CBC con sumer commentator and group leader on the panel said it is the first such panel in Canada Apparently CSA felt the need of more consumer input think many of us were quite suspicious at first We thought perhaps it was windowdress ing good public relations STILLWATER Okla AP Rewarding children or adults for doing tasks they enjoy may have unsuspected harmful ef fects says Dr John Mc Cullers developmental psychologist who is doing re search in this area In some cases businessmen teachers or parents may stifle creativity when they give people material rewards such as money bonuses candy or presents he said Rewards may be necessary for many routine mechanical tasks McCullers said but ad ded Rewards may keep us on the job pulling lever if we get enough for pulling the lever But it wont keep our minds on thejob We could be thinking about when the bell will ring when we can go home and those kinds of things Speaking about the phenome non of people doing what they love to do without pay such as volunteer work or working with young people McCullers said People will work long hours take on all sorts of hardships you couldnt pay them to do and get great deal of satisfaction and interest through their work When person is doing things for the fun of it he or she is happy feels creative does not get tired or hungry is pleasant to be around and inter esting LOSES INTEREST But when controlled by ex temal forces such as rewards person often loses interest gets Aspiring it Young cooks and aspiring craftsmen displayed their works Saturday at Westminster Rresbytcrian Church on Steele Street The children were students at the sixth annual Bar rle hrlstlan Workshop and showed their parents what they had accomplished during Rewarding tasks may be harmful tired watches the clock and is irritable McCullers said Because civilization requires number of boring jobs to be done regularly we may never be able to get away entirely from rewards But in areas where interest creativity flexibility and problemsolving are at stake we might do better to forget some of these rewards and try to go another route McCullers said using rewards to increase performance or mo tivation when its not necessary to do so may destroy persons interest in task he would have enjoyed doing anyway PROJECT CONTINLING Since September 1972 Me Cullers has directed research project on detrimental effects of material reward The project will continue into 1978 In laboratory tests early in the project he and his col leagues Kenneth McGraw and Jan Staat worked with children and adults starting with discrimination tasks that required people to learn simply to distinguish between two things As the research moved into more complex tasks ending with problemsolving in troducing rewards for good per formance tended to produce poorer performance than be fore If its task the subject has teamed well and if he already knows exactly what to do then reward may not interfere and even may help McCullers said craftsmen show their works barbecue on the church grounds Saturday afternoon AT LEFT Debbie Sturgess seven Angele ltelsliiali seven amt Alicia Welsman eight show the culinary skills they learned through the holiday homemakers program AT RIGIIT are Karen Dick six and Tammy Smith seven two graduates of the arts and crafts program Examiner Photos Many prizes presented to parade participants The weather cooperated on Canadas 1101b birthday July as the streets of Lefroy and Bell Ewart filled with people wat ching Canada Day parade Reeve Bill Gibbins Coun Kathe Jans and Police Chief Bill Brown acted as judges of floats in the parade The prize for the best float went to the Letroy Brownies and Guides while second prize went to the Gilford Lions Club and third went to the Lefroy fire department The Lelroy and Bell Ewart Legion won the top prize for the best color party while Brad fords Legion placed second Leeann Davis won top rpize for the most decorated bicycle while Rhonda Marsden and Julia Webber tied for second The prize for the biggest bike went 10 Danny Davis Bradfords Leon The Lion won the best decorated car award while the lnnisfil Lions came in second and Jack Cooks youth group from Stroud finished third Best lown awards went to Big Bird for first Bert and Er nie for second and thc Lefroy Follies for third Coutts family gathers for 50th time In 1927 members of thc outts family of Midhurst and thc closelyrelatcd Finlays decided to have fainin reunion to bring together their scattered clan Now 50 years later thc famin still meets once year bringing together large numbers of people from across Canada The family picnic was held Sunday at Springwater lroiincial Park and include six famin members who have passed their Kath birthdays scaled from the left George Coutts Dr Wallace Coutts amt Mrs rtlc Sutherland Studing left Isaac ariitticrs amt Mr and Mrs Everett Coutts Examiner Photo The Gilford Lions Club won top prize for marching group while the Lefroy Boy Scouts finished second and the Lefroy Girl Guides placed third Innisfils youth group won top prize for the best majorettes Mrs Lucy lownlay 84 received bouquet of flowers as the oldest woman present at the parade while Roy Davis 82 received feat her wallet Silver spoons were given to the two youngest babies at the parade Jeffery Bell days old amt Jerome George four months After the parade there were hot dogs and pop for all Races followed with all win ners receiving cups for first second and third prizes in each category lllolsons donated trophy for the best mixed baseball team of the day The final game ended in 44 lie so it will be placed on display in the Legion for all to see In the younger age group boys won out over the girls 574 During the day Ken Wilkin son thankcd the judges for their assistance in judging the even ts The evening followed with dancing In church news the United Church will be holding bazaar and bake sale and tea bet ween Zand pm July The church held successful auction recently with number of oddities and antiques up for sale ne item for sale was an old bath tub bringing about $35 The congregation held an out door church service Sunday at Centennial Park on the corner of the 7th line amt oncession 10 in lnnisfil Stone and cement cairn commemorates giantess CENTRAL NEW ANNAN NS Cl stone and ce ment cairn commemorating the life of Anna Swan Bates famous giantess born in this northcm Nova Scotia commu nity in 1846 was unveiled dur ing ceremony Saturday About 200 persons attended the ceremony including George Swan of Sydney Mines NS grandnephew of the giantess Swan said the cairn was tribute to the residents of the community which produced the monument as heritage project He congratulated the resi dents for going behind their doorsteps to make this some thing for all Nova Scot ians Anna Swan weighed 18 poun ds at her birth By the time she was an adult she was seven feet 11 inches tall and weighed 413 pounds After years of appearances with exhibitions operated by lT Barnum Anna went to London where she met married Capt Van Bates an English giant Following period of poor health Anna died Aug5 1888 at the ageof 42 Among those who took part in the ceremony were Eleanor Smith of Boston and Frances Iwyer of River John NS nieces of Anna Swan Bates and Leonard Swan of West New An nan nephew and Buren Celebrate 50th anniversary lifestyle Norman aml Bertha Mciirr of RR Rarric celebrated their Stith wedding aiinchrsary June 22 Their family and friends held an anniversary party for thcm at Maple Grove School in Barrie Many frichs aml relatives attended including the brides sister who had been their bridesmaid Photo by Favero is 919 wedding album Mechanical pump may replace injections Sherbrookc Gardens RR Barrie was the setting for the ceremony and reception when Linda laughter of Mr and Mrs Ilaraltl RolffPetcrson married Randal son of Mr aml Mrs William Diddams of Richmond Hill June 25 Rcv James Warden officiated After trip to New England the couple has settled in Burks Iialls SHARON Mass AP mechanical pump developed for implantation in human beings eventually may permit diabetics and others dependent on frequent injections of medicine to throw away their syringes The pump still in the ex perimental stage is being used clinically in about dozen patients who suffer from recur rent blood clotting disorders and require treatment with an anticoagulant Metal Bellows Corps division manager Elton Tucker said in an interview the implanted pumps provide steady flow of medicine and research is underway to develop system providing varying flow rate in response to patients needs Diabetics for example need different amounts of insulin at different times during the day Tucker said the device has been successful in treating patients with chronic blood clot problems who do not respond to the type of anticoagulant given in pill form Without the pump they would have to go to hospi tal frequently to have another ant icoagulant administered in travenously Tucker said insulin implants have been placed in dogs and it may be another year or two he lorc clinical tests in human beings begin Women conferences have trouble planning CHICAGO AP Thousands of women across the United States met during the weekend to prepare for the lntemational Womens Year national confer ence next fall But in most cases the meetings turned into test of support for abortions and the Equal Rights Aend ment ERA to the US Con stitution Montanas meeting split into two groups both claiming the right to choose the states 14 delegates to the International Womens Year national meeting in Houston in Novem ber Disputes arose over abor tion the ERA and whether dis advantaged and Indian womens interests were represented Alabama convention goers failed to adopt any resolutions after day of debate and po lice in Albany NY were called to ward off threatened confrontation at lesbian work shon more Helpful mom is problem Dear Ann know youve heard of all kinds of motherin law problems but mine is about to drive me up the wall What can do about sweet motherintaw who insists on helping When she is dinner guest in our home Mother takes it upon herself to collect all the plates and stacks them in front of herself after wiping each one with piece of bread The leftovers go on platter Its most unap petizing sight looks like collection of garbage Mother also carries my crystal goblets to the kitchen four at time as if they were jelly glasses What is there left to say after have told her repeatedly Please dear Id prefer that you didnt help Im signing thisReady To Blow Gasket Dear Red You can stop telling her obviously she ignores verbal instructions and let her know in physical way that you will not permit her to do KP duty in your home When Mother begins to collect the plates go after her immediately and lead her back to her chairand dont let her get out of it You may have to seat her two or three times but she WILL receive the message eventually and the problem will be solved Dear Ann Landers am one of millions of women who have facial hair Ive already spent over $400 on electrolysis The advertisements were misleading thought after one treatment the hair would be gone forever No such thing Some hairs are destroyed but others crop up nearby Mean while the spending goes on and on My question Are the doityourslef home kits an good Do they remove hair permanently They sound won erful in the advertisements What do you saySick of Tweezing Dear Twecz Sorry cant give you the brand name be cause stay away from endorsements but one doityourself hairremoval kit is really worth the money IFand note the big IFyou have patience are somewhat skilled at handling equipment and if you follow the directions the kit could be well worth the investment PS To One And All Please dont write for the name wont give it Ask dermatologist If hes knowledgeable hell know Dear Ann Landers My mother died several months ago She was not only wonderful mother and wife but great person who had worldof friends My father who is 65 has started to take out 35yearold girl What is it that makes people forget so soon My mother gave 40 years of her life to my father She did everything un der the sun to please that man never once heard her utter word of complaint although at times he was impossible know he isnt seeing this young chick because he needs someone to take care of him My father can cook clean and chacha better than can Hes selfsufficient and in ex cellent health resent my father for desecrating my mothers memory Whats more dont know what Id do if ever met that tramp face to face Any sugges tionsDistraught Daughter Dear DD Are you sure the woman is tramp Although the age difference is great she may be mature decent woman Moreover your dad sounds like young 65 do not believe widower who sets out to make new life for himself is desecrating his wifes memory Life is for the living dear Fresh approach Fresh tomatoes are healthful By AILEEN CLAIRE Plump red juicy and just plain delicous thats fresh tomatoes Tomatoes are globes of healthful eating too and growers are working to develop more tasteful item SELECTION Choose tomatoes that are smooth firm and plump Make sure the tomato is good weight for its size But be sure to handle them gently since delicate tomatoes can bruise easi ly CARE Like any fresh produce ripe tomatoes should be used soon after purchasing Refrigerate if necessary but use them within three days once they have ripened And never freeze raw tomatoes only cooked ones Many tomatoes are sold when mature but underripe to prevent damage and make them available year round To ripen at home place tomatoes in paper bag and put them in cool spot Never put tomatoes in direct sunlight Too much sun will cause tomatoes to soften without properly ripening SERVING Versatility is the fresh tomatos middle name Baked roasted fried stuffed or raw tomatoes are wonderful eating To peel just dip tomato on slotted spoon in boil ing water for minute and slip off the skin Tomatoes add zest to soups stews sauces and gravies Wedges tossed with greens or by themselves seasoned with salt pepper and basil make refreshing salads Tomatoes stuffed with tuna salad cottage cheese and the like make delicious lunches Saute slices and season for an interesting and quick side dish Add chopped tomatoes to eggs before scrambling for breakfast changeofpace Tomatoes stewed in bit of water salt pepper and dash of sugar are great low calorie side dish Sliced tomato adds zing to sandwiches NUTRITION One mediumsize tomato about 150 grams or ounces provides threequarters the recommended dietary allowance of vitamin more than onequarter the vitamin and good amount of iron And there are only 35 calories in mediumsize tomato Researched with the United Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Association Pollys pointers Shiningfinish for dull table DEAR POLLY have very nice dining table with laminated plastic top but the finish looks very dull Please tell me how to shine or polish it back to normal LAWANA DEAR LAWANA presume your table top was originally glossy looking Some of the newer tops come with dull finish Clean thoroughly and then rub wlth paste wax as that should buff up to shine Even automobile wax could be used Do this monthly for time and things should be shtnler POLLY DEAR POLLY My Pet Peeve is not being able to buy plastic cake pan lids to replace cracked ones have two such pans with broken lids and would certainly like to be able to get new tops for my old pans MRS DEAR POLLY When try bacon hamburger and anything that spatters do not use skillet but pan three or four inches high There is no more grease spattering all over my stove This is really blessing ROSE DEAR POLLY My wife and have come up with system that not only saves us time but makes money for us We have separate savings account into which we regularly deposit money for bills that are paid periodically These include auto insurance biannual hospitalization quarterly union dues annual taxes annual and fixed amount each month for our average medical and dental bills When needed we withdraw the money and collect 525 per cent interest from date of deposit to date of withdrawal Annually we take this in terest and deposit it in family savings account We keep ledger type book showing deposits and withdrawals itemized and use separate page for each division of the account It is surprising how quickly the interest adds up from date of deposit to date of withdrawal and that money is not dormant in the checking account Also many banks have an arrangement where when one has savings account with balance of more than $200 ones checking account is free of the 10 cents per check charge This can save $25 or more DEAR POLLY received quite few hanging plants for my birthday Since live on fixed income could not afford to buy inacrame plant holders so used rug yarn to crochet holders for my plants They hang beautifully chain stitched the ropes so some hang higher and some hang lower than the others ESTHER