‘tion drugs, -drugs, such as aspirin, oint- -ments and large quantities of _ Vitamins, are also harmful when - resistant containers. These con- Page 82 — Terrace Standard, Wednesday, June 20, 1990. ~ Legion saluted “By MARY ANN BURDETT | ” This integral part of our com- ‘munity has been in existence ‘since before it was -The Royal “Canadian Legion and was in ‘fact a part of the British Empire Services League. Over those years it has very much maintain- ed their objective of ‘‘Service to Others”, The Legion” has also. seen’ many changes. in its (member- Ship), its Idcation and its decor "but remained unchanged is its ~ dedication to the needs of our ~ veterans and their dependants, our, seniors, youth and com- “munity in general, For decades now many local ‘gtoups and individuals have - received assistance from this organization. One of the may things the Legion concerns itself’ with is advancement of educa- ° tion and numerous folks in the. Terrace area have had: the: . benefit of a Legion. ‘sponsored bursary.” : Youth spotts, the Heart Fund, the Cancer Society, the Terry Fox Foundation, Mills -Memorial hospital and Meals .on Wheels are. only a few of the _ things the Legion has supported and/or donated to over ihe years. The present executive with Cde, Peter Crompton as president, Cde. Maria Thomsen as secretary, and Cde. Howard Cromarty as first vice-president continue to direct the member- ship's concerns to the above and Other worthy causes and organizations. SAFE NOT SORRY Even house plants can poison child _ dn this, one in @ series of ar- ticles contributed by the Terrace ‘Child Development Centre, some hints on how to ensure a safer environment for children as they grow up. The centre in-' vites phone calls from any parents with concerns or ques fions about their child's development, The nuraber is 635-9388. Did you know that more than §0,000 children under five years old will be poisoned this year in Canada? Common household items, which are often within easy reach, are the most frequent. causes of these poisonings. Fur- niture polish, lighter fluid, household cleaners and sham- poo are only a few of the many poisons in your home. Prescrip- over-the-counter swallowed .by young children. Household garden plants are another common source of poisoning, . To protect your child and young visitors: *Keep all poisonous substances well out of reach of children. Do not underestimate a youngster’s ability to reach, climb and open cupboards, Children are explorers. ® Provide a safe locked cup- board for household cleaners. ® Buy products with chiid- 7 VISTORS! WITHOUT HOSPITALITY, TERRACE WOULD HAVE BEAUTIFUL » SCENERY, GOOD FISHING AND ABUNCH OF PLACES TOEAT AND SLEEP! BUT THE FRIENDLINESS OF THE PEOPLE ADDS THE “WARMTH THAT MAKES'TERRACE A FIRST-RATE PLACE TO yt -" MISITI KASHMIR MORE HAS BEEN WITHTHE A & W RESTAURANT 25 oo FORTENYEARS, AND A RESIDENT OF TERRACE FOR 18 YEARSI. --. Sy 'e SHE LOVES THE STRESS-FREE’ LIFESTYLE...THE SCENERY AND. - . "THE WEATHER.. -AND HAS A CHEERFUL WELCOME FOR a L. tainers do make a difference. e Store all medicines in a locked cupboard. ¢ Keep workshop supplies, such as paint and paint thin-, { ners, in a locked storage area. e After use return all pro- ducts, medicines and alcoholic beverages to locked cabinets, * Keep all products in their Original containers, ¢ Get to know your plants: and, do not keep poisonous ones in the home. If in spite of your efforts a child swallows a poison take the following steps. ® First, call your local poison control centre and follow their advice. Keep a list of emergency phone numbers beside your telephone, so you will be able to dial help without delay. Time makes a difference. *When you go to. the hospital make sure that you take with you the substance, medicine or plant ingested. . ¢ Keep a bottle of Syrup of Ipeeae in your locked medicine cabinet and use as directed by your poison controle entre. Makesure your bottle of Syrup of Ipeeae is up to date as it may deteriorate with time. A “poison proof?’ environ- ment will reduce the chances of a child swallowing a poison. Remember though, children’s abilities change as they Jearn and test new skills every day. Attentive supervision is the best prevention. “They have recently renovated ° the interior of their club on Legion Avenue and ‘the new look, together with the warm and friendly attitude of the members and staff, make a charming and fun’ place -for members and their. guests to work towards Legion goals or to relax and enjoy their free’ time. For the Riverboat - Days celebrations the. Legion. has sponsored the parade, which has grown in size and excellence each year. This is a big under- taking and one much noted and appreciated by the community. The Legion uses all entry fees for prizes and besides the work of organization, they also for Weddings Occasions Bag of Large - bite while awaiting -the. an _or other Special 50 Flowers... Hate c® OO ea. || PLEASE CALL DONNA OR RUTH IN THE ACTIVITY CENTRE, TERRACEVIEW LODGE, 638-0223 of: ‘Days donate the trophy far best: float, = and $300 for first prize money.’ § At the conclusion of. the J parade they hold a beef. barbecue outside the Legion § where one can enjoy a very tasty Call Us For Your RV. ~ Appliance — Repairs . Nouncement of parade winners. | 4 : This year Branch No. 13: will. again be doing the parade and a barbecue. Iam sure the community of. Terrace joins the Riverboat: : Days society in thanking Branch: No. 13 for past contributions to: i our area, in appreciating the’. work. presently being done by: ‘||: this organization and in looking: | forward to future years of co:! Operation. 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