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| Poisonous plants' truth told to 'green thumbs' me IK by Ken Regan Town Hall in Penetanguishene was the scene this week of a special _ presentation, sponsored by _ the Penetanguishene _br- anch of the _ Hor- ticultural Society. ; Jack Lord of the Royal Botanical Gar- dens provided a slide presentation and lecture about poisonous plants, many of which are found in the home. The evening got underway, with Lord giving a brief ex- planation of the several chemical compounds plants use to poison and the symptoms they produce. This was followed by the slide show which was accompanied by Lord's commentary on each plant as it was displayed on the screen. Information In his commentary, Lord gave information about each plant such as where it is most often found, as well as a description of _ it's poisonous parts and the consequences, (often gruesome, if not fatal), when poisoning should occur. Some of the =more common plants men- tioned by the speaker were: Philodendron, which can cause painful and serious burning sensations if ingested; English Ivy, which can produce symptoms ranging from nausea and diarrhoea to possible coma; and Oleander, which is an absolute' killer, prompting the authorities of the State of Florida where it is Early detection of cancer up to you! A study by the National Cancer Institute shows that one in 13 woman can expect to develop breast cancer in her lifetime. 'fhe breast self-examination is one of the simplest! steps toward early detection of breast cancer and hence the best way of increasing the chances of complete cure. At present, about one third of cancer deaths could be avoided by early detection and treatment. A breast self-examination requires only a mirror, a lamp and about 10 minutes of time a month. The proper technique can be easily shown by any physician during any check up. Warming signals include a lump or thickening of the breast, with or without pain; discharge from nipples or pain in the breast unrelated to menstruation. In fact, 85 per cent of lumps in the breast are not cancer but if a lump is found, women should see a physician and have a thorough examination. High risk groups for breast cancer include women in age from 40 to 74 years and women with heavy breasts or breasts with prominent ducts. hi The primary responsibility for protection against breast cancer lies with each woman individually. As the Cancer Society's slogan states, "'It's up to you." TENDERS most common to post warnings about it. Another _ interesting point mentioned by Lord, was there are no government regulations requiring retailers of plants and bulbs to indicate possible irritant or poisonous properties the mer- chandise may have. That is a situation which undoubtedly contributes to the general public's lack of knowledge about plant poisons. The presentation ended with Lord outlining key steps individuals can take to reduce the risk of plant was; to treat plants, both in the wild and in the home with the same respect that would be given common household chemicals. COMING EVENTS HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Lawn sale Sat., Sept. 20. Rain date Sun., Sept. 21, 10 a.m. Corner Nelson and Burke Stas Penetang. 76 3 family Lawn Sale, Sat. . Sept. 20 - 10-2 p.m. Golf 75-76 Link Road. SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED Male or female Contact Brian Dubeau HELP WANTED HELP WANTED EARN EXTRA DOLLARS Individuals needed to arrange appointments for photographer, no selling required. Various part-time hours available. Ideal! for homemakers or students. Phone Nancy at 526-2219. Beginning Mon., Sept. 22 526-5438 73-82 Legal secretary required, experience in real estate essential. Call for appointment, Teskey, Heacock and Ferguson, 526-7886. _76 Wanted - sales person for specialty carpet, draperies and bath boutique shop. Must be versed in colour co- ordination good in mathematics self motivated. Experience perey but will train he right person. Apply Hutchison's, Siz Dominion Ave., Midland. 74-75-76 AVON Get your name in NOW for Sept. selling Only a few territories left ona first come basis in Midland, Penetang, Elmvale, Tay Township We provide all training 526-3512 73TF ha en of mine Between 9 a.m. and 2p.m.; 4p.m. and 9 is preventative measures ie REAL ESTATE | REAL ESTATE | REAL ESTATE -bourly!"' Call us at: sie lle LIKE : YOU FISHING Swimming, boating, here's. your weekend hideaway. Only one minute from the water _and priced $10,900. 6. ROBINS POINT 3 bdrm cottage, fur- nished, large, enclosed porch. 65' x 100' lot. $28,500. TENDERS ~ Decor Metal Products Snow Removal - 1980-1981 Tenders are required for the following: Plant No. 1 - 140 Bay Street, Midland Plant No. 2 - 105 Fourth Street, Midland Plant No. 3 Penetanguishene Centennial Drive, Plant No. 4 - Heritage Drive, Midland Requirements: 1. Snow plowing for above Plants from first snow to last snow. 2. Effective sanding. 3. No snow to be stockpiled at Plant No. 2. 4. Clear access to truck loading and shipping docks must be maintained. 5. Back-up equipment. 6. Emergency requirements. Tenders may be placed on any or all plants and must include as well as insurance coverage (A) Lump sum price or (B) hourly price. Clearly mark envelope: ""Snow Removal Tender", and address to: Purchasing Manager Decor Metal Products 140 Bay Street Midland, Ontario L4R 4L5 Tenders closed October 1, 1980. For detailed snow removal requirements for above locations call - 526-5451, Extension 45. 76, 77,78 11. MIDLAND BAY WOODS $59,900 (custom). 16. HUGEL AVE. Remodelled $35,900. 21. RICHARDSON BEACH & f iy 22. TRIPLE BAY 80' waterfront, $56,900. 102' waterfront, $68,900. , ~ CENTURY 21. REAL ESTATE LTD., 317 MIDLAND AVE., MIDLAND | Our staff has been outfitted in gold blazers, our commercial property signs are arriving this week and our Century 21 signs are on the way. Meanwhile, until our stock is complete, we still have our familiar Yellow and Black signs posted on properties throughout this area. They'II all be changed to Century 21 Ports of Huron very soon. "We've gone national but we're still neigh- AFTER HOURS: Betty Baumgardner 534-3416 926-7881 2 Harry Hagedorn 2. ON 80' x 118' LOT IN PORT MCNICOLL 2 bdrm bungalow, listed at only $23,900. Make offer. (R-199). 7.WAHNEKEWENING 3 bdrm modern, renovated bungalow (home or cottage), private, year round road. $29,900. 12. OWNER TRAN. SFERRED "Sell now!" $42,500. 17. MCCARTNEY ST Midland - $45,900. ry as ee ae, 23. MAUREEN BEACH 72' waterfront, $78,900. 24. TRIPLE BAY 50' waterfront, $52,500. 13. 5TH ST., MIDLAND Terrific at $37,900. Herb Brown 549-8248 Lloyd Wilson 526-2082 'Ole Jensen Al Reed 3. GEORGIAN BAY ESTATES 3 bdrms, compact, $27,900. Big 130' x 125' lot. (R-122). 8. THREE BDRMS Fully insulated, new roof, color-lok siding, new 200 amp. wiring, electric heat. Price $28,500. Ce 18. ON2 ACRES Hwy. 27 - $49,900. REAL ESTATE | REAL ESTATE INDUSTRIAL SPACE FOR RENT Ideal for storage of light manufacturing as low as $167 net monthly. Contact Wayne Cowdery at COMMERCIAL 25. CONVENIENCE STORE Triple Bay on 50' x 320' waterfront, plus 2 cabins, good beach. 26. DOWNTOWN MIDLAND Coin-wash for income. Must $16,000. Wy Fe DOWNTOWN MIDLAND 780 sq. ft commercial plus 2 custom apts. $85,000. 28. KING ST MIDLAND Over 11,000 sq. ft modern, plus 1400 sq. ft storage. extra sell Bryson McQuirter Real Estate Ltd. 526-9391, TF PORTS of HURON 526-8195 526-5134 322-2004 526-4435 4. WINTERIZED FOR YEAR ROUND PLEASURE On Farlane Lake, 3 bdrms, only $29,900, deep, treed lot. '9 ONE OF MIDLAND'S BETTER AREAS , West side, nice duplex. Live in one, rent the other. $34,900. (R-193). wera" 14. REDUCED FOR FAST SALE! $39,900, We Kel 19. WEST SIDE Central - $49,900. 1200 sq. ft plus garage on 1/ 3 acre wooded lof. Taxes about $500. rrom 46,850. o schoolo shopping. 5. SPACIOUS 2 BDRM COTTAGE Equipped for year round use. Furnished. 2 sundecks, stone bar- becue. Asking $28,000. (K-23). 10. RENOVATED 3 BDRMS New roof, -- siding, wiring, electric heat. $28,500. (MLS 306). .ON4 ACRES Near Waverley - $35,500. 20. LESCAUT ST Reduced - $54,900. As 'bedroom Hugel Heights homes, only *39,000 low down payments. 112% First mortgage for 5 years. 26-7881 Friday, September 19, 1980, Page 13