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~ copy of "Let's Get Well". » While 'Washington has taken action banning Red No. 2 dye in foodstuffs, Ottawa fiddles...saying it will 'make up its mind in two or three weeks. The cancer-linked dye has not been tested in Canada -since 1959, Ottawa has accused the U.S. tests were sloppy and not conclusive and will continue to allow - its use in Canada. It has been banned in Soviet Union and several other countries. The dye used in Canada is all imported from the US, --- R Red No. 2, according to researcher Dr. J. Verrett of the. US. Food and Drug Administration, is extremely toxic and causes birth defects and loss of limbs in chicken embryos with only afew parts per billion.,.defects similar to those found in thalidomide babies a few years ago. As little as 25 parts per billion cause death in 90 percent of the baby chicks, Latest U.S. figures show birth defects in humans have risen-to between 6 and 7 percent. 3 Canada allows 300 parts per million (300,000 parts per billion) to be used in foods, More than half of all processed foods contain the cancer-causing suspect... Red 2 dye, The tests conducted on rats by Dr. Verrett : showed conclusive cancer-causing -effects. Humans are 10 times more sensitive than the hardy rats, stated Dr. Verrett. It is an established fact that food additives cause a-variety of allergies and learning problems in ~ children. The hundreds of foods containing the dye include chocolate, ketchup, soft drinks, ice cream, cakes, cookies, bake mixes, pie, gelatine desserts, pickles," . red vitamins, drugs, oranges, butter and icing sugar, to name a few, Alcohol is loaded with additives, says Dr. Verrett. Rum was mentioned as being the number - one user of the dye. Chocolate contains Red No. 2 as do dozens of foods that are not red in color. Additives do nothing to the quality of the foods but are for cosmetic purposes only, like lipstick which contains it. Dr. Verrett who has written a book on the subject states that less than 5 percent are used for preservation of the food and are completely unneces- sary. Even pet foods are loaded with the dye to make it look like red meat (most pets are color blind). The Soviet Union banned the dye years ago after scientists found it caused birth defects and cancer. ~ Canadian and U.S. scientists have known for 16 years the damaging effects of the dye. The recent 300 page report on -cancer research linking cancer to diet says that increasing evidence shows that HALF of all cancer in women and 30 percent in men may be caused by diet. Certain food additives were cited and the lack of protective vitamins A & C and selenium. (Selenium is found in . bran (good fibre source) wheat germ, onions, broccoli and tuna. Halibut liver oil is a convenient and inexpensive way to ensure intake of vit. A. Vitamin C is about half the price of aspirin and is non-toxic and safer. More and more chemical food colourings and flavourings are being added to food supply. One example, imitation orange juice...loaded with sugar and artificial flavours...devoid of.vital potassium, foli¢ acid and enzymes so necessary for good health. Today inthe U.S. there are between 3,000 and 10,000 additives in use. Read the label, \ FEE Ne EIININY CONTEST Question: There is one man-made object on earth that can be seen from the moon. What is it? Send your answer to Kelly's Corner and win a 475-page Correct answers will be placed in a drum and a winner will be picked and announced in the Star. Second and third winners will each be given a chance on the $100,000 Wintarip Lottery. SERRA ARRRRAER IRR Former Cartwright township Clerk, Earl Fowler tells this reporter that his Ontario Hydro bill for a 29-day period was $252.00...and that was before the 22 per cent increase. Many Port Perry users have reported Hydro bills of $100.00 and more for one month. CE ETS Hear that "Uncle Herbie" as we affectionately call Herb Brooks is off to Africa on a junket. Hurry home Herbie, your dogs miss you. SYS EEIIIRIENINNNSY After an examination, a curvaceous blonde phoned her gynecologist and asked, "Doctor, would you see if by chance I left my pantyhose in your office?" He looked in the examining room and told her "Sorry they are not here". Sorry to trouble you, Doctor, she replied. "I'll try the dentist. NEXT WEEK: The Great Bank Robbery. PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, Feb. 18, 1976 -- § 'Perry and & So to the family of Mrs. 7 . Reader's Viewpoint Port Perry band dates back to 1906 A reply to a photo the STAR published last week of the old Port Perry Band,, the Lake Scugog Historical Society has supplied the fol- lowing information. The first part is an article taken from the North Ontario Ob- server of February 22, 1906, followed by the names of the members in the band, in the copy of the paper in their possession. "It is with much pleasure to the publisher that this splendid engraving of the band has been secured showing - them in their unique uniforms. The band was organized 'in January 1903 and it was decided to secure as leader one who photo. The museum has a 'could give most of his time Dear Sirs: . I want to open this letter with the fact that I was absolutely appalled at your article in the February 11, 1976 issue of your paper, informing the people of Port . surrounding areas, that Barb Berezowski and David Porter placed -10th in Olympic Skate Dancing. , rs You almost comment more on the visit of Mrs. So Lamina Cedar Such & Such; which I am sure is only of interest to- neighbours and relatives, while all of Canada can be "super proud" of Barbara and David for the fine repre- sentation they gave in the 12th Olympic Games. I believe this story should have had a place on your Front page and should not have been hidden some- where in the middle of your paper amongst surrounding advertisements. and attention to'the work. A most capable and efficient leader was secured in the person of Mr. J. Goldring, of Warkworth, where he had led the band for many years. Mr. Goldring is an expert and skilful cornetist, in fact he can play excellently on almost any band ment. He also plays the I am sure you will not see fit to publish this letter, but if you do, by any chance, I think you will find many people feel the same as I do about this article. Sincerely yours, Karin White, Blackstock. EDITOR'S NOTE: ..We regret that due to limited information that was Reg. $7.25 6.50 Homestead Brown reg. ss.7s *6.85 Lamina Oak Lamina Walnut Shady Elm Reg. 6.95 5.40 Reg. 6.95 5.40 Reg. $8.75 5.95 Manor Walnut Reo. 517.95 ¥12.05 = ARE SCIG0 COLORED | | NAILS 50° oo 8' VINYL MOULDS CAPS - BUT JOINTS $1.40 INSIDE & OUTSIDE CORNERS. _ SPRUCE STRAPPING -- 1"x2"..........3linft. 1"%x3" .........5%° lntt. FIRE LOGS 65%. 235 WATER ST. instru- violin and has classes in violin playing. The band since its organ- ization has made splendid progress, and last year they, filled many engagements. They play regularly at the skating rink here, and are always open to fill engage- ments. They practise twice (continued on page 6) Unhappy with coverage given skaters available to us shortly before our deadline, plus the fact that a weekly news- paper lacks the spaces of a provincial daily, we were unable to repeat the half a front page coverage we gave the skaters two weeks before, when they triumph- ed- at the championships in London. We whole-hearted- ly congratulate the skaters and recognize the scope of their achievement. G LUMBER - 985-7391 - PORT PERRY