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THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH,

SATURDAY, MAY 8, 1948.

SHUT-IN CHILDREN ENTERTAINED

DAB and FLOUNDER

Walter

BRINGING UP CHILDREN:

REQUESTS AND

M

COMMANDS

ago

and ex- perience to discover that avolding

By GARRY CLEVELAND MYERS, Ph. D. ANY parents are all They also overlook the fact that a

mixed up over matters child requires some of obedience in the young child. Such parents may other wise be very intelligent and well educated; college or univer- sity graduates, business execu- tives, lawyers, physicians, den tists, preachers, engineers or college professors.

pain or punishment is equivalent to gaining satisfaction in the long run; that whereas the average child over six or eight might profit at

requiring times from punishment him to do few thugs he is told to

do the

youngster two or three usually tacks enough experience to make this practical translation.

HYPOCRISY

Any parents who believe the. child should be made to obey or

But still more amazing is the proneness of who feel delighted on discover-

Thnny parenia. Ing Ι recommend selective however highly educated in books, to treat a request as if it were a spanking of the young child command. Accordingly they will the child much to spank the ask the tot, even may proceed

Then if older, to the something. three, to e or youngster, two

the youngster makes no response deflantly says. or if he make him do something. they to accede

"I won't," the

parent will ray request or command him to dỡ

must." After several such as readily as they would spank him if he defied their 'No' or 'Don't.' They overlook the simple biological principle that all living things tend to repeat what gave pleasure and to avoid doing what has given pain.

WINNER

Number One Blonde was the title given Janet Blair, above, by the International Beauty Show judges in New York. Dressed in her swim suit, Janet is rendy for the summer.

new

"Your the

child naturally

comer to the conclusion that all re- quests are Incre hypocrisy (com- mands in requests clothing). Then what have the parents left for wine ning co-operation in the youngster?

child of two If your

three kicks you on your shins, calls you an ugly name in derision,

or

does

anything else you clearly have forbidden him once not to do, turn him over your knee as quickly as possible and smack him soundly.

But

If you ask him to close the door

or hand you a book, try to be so persuasive that he will gladly do it. And if he doesn't. don't then tell him he must or even feel vexed at him.

IMPLIES CHOICE

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As you clearly see, an honest re- quest implies that the person re- quested is to choose while a com- mand implies that it must be done or else. Properly the chiki should hu punished if he defles, a com-

but why mand.

should he ho punished if he does not choose, to comply with a a request? Ever so to me about the many letters com tot who, having been requested to do something, is punished or threatened if he does not accede to the request. All such cases show that the parent concerned draws no dlatinction between a request and a command.

IN

The Two Mustafas, performers for a circus, put on their act for patients at the Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children in Chicago. The act was part of the show

given at the Medinah Temple in Chicago.

WHAT TO DO FOR A COLD

any poll, whether among the medical profession or the Inity, the common cold would easily win first place as the No. 1 nuisance-maker among diseases.

It affects more people more often than any other allment. It is responsible for much more time lost from work as well as for inter- ference with efficiency. Not dan- kerous self, it may, nevertheless, be the forerunner of more serious troubles, such as pneumonia, sinus Infection, bronchitis, and ear infec- tions.

COLD VACCINES

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The worst of it is that there is not so much we can do about colds. We have no sovereign remedy either to prevent or to treat them. Cold vecines have been tried as a means of preventing colds and, Hike many other Bkely prospects, have, as a rule, finally proved themselves of little value. The same thing is true of the massive doses of vita- mins, so popular for this purpose a few years ago.

I would appear that today's best bet in the treatment of a cold is rest in bed and the giving of plenty of Bulds, together with certain drugs to relleve discomfort.

Recently, however, a promising new substance, known as tyro- thricin, which is valuable in pre- venting the growth of bacteria on the skin and mucous membranes, has been tried in the treatment of colds. It is still too soon to be sure of its effectiveness, but first results lank hopeful.

To get the proper solution, tyro- thrlein was mixed with one of the

N.

By HERMAN

BUNDESEN, M.D.

nase drop solutions which have the effect of shrinking the lining mem- brane of the nose.

It is important to employ the proper strength of tyrothricin. If the solution in too weak, its antisep- tic action is not great enough. If it is too strong, it causes stinging and walering of the eyes and nose. The solution was put into, the nose every hour for the first few days, and every four or five hours thereafter. The solution was kept tightly cover- ed and in the refrigerator when not In use.

Three hundred and Afty persons. In whom head colds were develop- ing, were treated with nose drops. Two hundred and fifty of them used the nose drops containing the tyro- thricin. One hundred were given nose drops without the tyrothricin. It was found that the tyrothricin solution shortened the duration of the colds as well as prevented com- plications.

The

same beneficial effects were not obtained in patients who did not get the tyrothricin.

to

This substance does not have any direct effect on the virus which enuses colds, but it does seem have value in getting rid of secon- dnry infections which complicate colds. It is believed that this sub- stance is the most successful agent which has been used up to the pre- sent for colds. It would seem that further study of this method treatment is advisable.

Let's Eat

BY

IDA BAILEY ALLEN

Chicken Croquettes

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Be Sure to Cook Them Properly "PERFECT chicken cro- vegetable fat or oil. Served with a quettes," I remarked as suitable sauce, or a creamed vege- the Chef placed a platterful on table, the meat goes a long way. the table. "Golden brown, not

a bit greasy, with a nice, smouth

even crust."

"Thank you," said the Chef. "The golden brown colour I have obtained by frying them

Dinner

Sardine Hors d'Deuvres Dark Bread

Chicken Croquettes String Beans with Tomato Creamed Potatoes Coffee Custard

PREVENTING MOTH DAMAGE in deep fat; I use enough to coffee or Tea

By ELEANOR ROSS

dering will destroy eggs or larvae, de- andy at the same time, prevent

THE good housekeeper starts Thorough dry cleaning or laun-

her annun campaign against the moth

in ample terleration

of fabric or material time. No lust-minute manager through perspiration and soll. All she, just giving woollens and the moth balls, flakes and liquids in

cover completely and I am sure the fat is hot enough when I put them in, to brown all over quickly."

cro-

"I notice that you put the quettes in a frying-basket, and low- cred them into the fat. Of course this makes the fat bubble up, so you used a deep kettle. When the utensil is both heavy and deep it will

not

Milk (Children) All Measurements Are Level Recipes Serve Four

con

Chicken Croquettes Fine-chop enough cooked chicken to make 2 c. Add c, thick white sauce, I egg yolk, julee, tap, paprika, 1⁄2 tsp. celery Esp. onton salt and salt and pepper to taste. Then chill. From into balls com taining 1

heaping tablespoonful other items a quick going-over the world are useless if moths in any boll over," and the fat will not each. As fast as shaped, roll each

stage of development

ball in flour. Then in 1 egg, slight- is no excuse for croquettes y beaten and mixed There already Arc

ly

with 1/3 c. parked in the cloth before the pieces that are greasy," sold the Chef, "I

milk. Then roll have seen some people put the hot

in sified

fine are put away.

bread fried croquettes to drain on the

crumbs. There should be 1 paper laid out flat. This is not the

doz, croquettes,

Deep-fry in heated fat to cover, 375 F., by the fat drying thermome ter, or hot enough to brown a cube of bread in 40 sec. by the clock. When golden brown, lift from the fat and drain on paper.

and then storing them in any old garment bag

or an indif- ferently-made package.

The good campaigner lays in all lier favourite moth-repellents, gor- nent bags, boxes and such in good time. She sorts out the items that are to be professionally dry cleaned or washed at home, and she ar- ranges her housework so that she enn give a full day, or two, If neces- sary, to storage.

Cleanliness is the best means of making motha unwelcome, for they

have little interest in things that are clean.

Helpful Household Hints

for

pans should Cake

always be allowed to cool before washing. otherwise the metal is opt to worp.

WHEN you purchase materials for making garments, draperies, ete, at home, look for labels showing that the fabrics have been lested shrinkage. Such labels should maximumn

percentage of shrinkage

For safety's sake, give amall.chil- that may be expected, and these pre- dren sturdy raities with no remov- centages

be interpreted in able paris; rubber muy

and washable terms of yardage as follows: one per squeak toys; large, soft dolls and cent less than 1⁄2 inch a yard; two per animals with embroidered cent, about inch a yard; three per blocks with rounded edges. cent, about one inch a yard. If no claims are made about shrinkage, allow one to two inches a yard, to bo on the anfo alde,

eyes,

If light rain spots show on felt, salin or similar materials, use soft There is a now instant starch with unll of tissue paper and rub the bluing which is very easy to use. stained spots, using a circular mo- No cooking

is required

and this tion. This will often cause them to. makes it especially good for small disappear. Items like collars and cuffs, or Ha single blouse.

Hand-painted garments wash well if handled gently, Cleaning fuld will ruin the paint.

chopping

Kitchen cutting ar 'boards will become warped if you soak them in water or dry near heat. Scrub them with a brush and cold water and wipe dry.

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But if the paper is crumpled up, all right way. The fat cannot drain off. the fat is drained away."

Paper Towels

"It's really blotted off," I ol served. Paper towels and best to use. Next to them, clean usginzed brown paper. But paper bags saved from the groceries should never be used. They are not clean, because they have been previously handled und exposed to dust,"

Thick White Sauce: Melt 2 tbsp. margarine; alir in 4 c. flour mixed with 1/3 tsp. salt and ten pepper. Gradually add c. milk. Return to. the heat, and cook and stir until bolling point is, reached. Then cook over hot water for 5 min.

Fortunately, washing woollens is ensy, for actually woollens shed soll so easily that they need little more than u aloshing arouni In heavy suds. A three-minuto run in the washer, or a brief gentle squeezing by hand is generally suffelent. If not, toss them back in fresh suds for another round. Never rub or squeeze lest the fabric "felt" or harden.

Store Your Furs

"You spoke, Madame, of the nice,

String Boans With Tomato I blankets aro professionally smooth

Prepare 1 lb. string beans for crust of these croquettes. Jaundered or cleaned, have them That is because I minced the chle- cooking. Break In inch lengths. moth-proofed.

ken very fine and mixed it with just Next, saute 1 tbsp. minced onion enough thick white muce

Hold until

yellow in 1 tbsp. butter or

tho together. Then I chilled before margarine. Add

beans, and shaping them so they would be stir until well-mixed. Add 11⁄2 c nice

and smooth."

juicy canned tomato, 1 tsp. sugar, "What coating did you use?"

Today

I rolled them first in then in an egg slightly beaten with 1/3 c. milk. For the outside I rolled them in fine, dry, sifted brend crumbs."

Furs and fur-trimmed conts should be dry cleaned and stored, a small premium for expert care and safely. Then, too, the oft dries out of fur pells,

during the warm weather.

flour;

Just as important as caring for wearing apparel is caring for house-

That's why they have so ultra- hold articles made of wool or wool ilve a colour," I sald. "Cracker mixtures Bealdes blankets, this crumbs Try a lighter brown. And group includes draperies, hangings, you evidently handled | the couch covers, bedspreads Thesaquettes very gently while coating should be thoroughly washed or dry | them, for they are very smooth." cleaned before careful storing).

Airtight Containers

cro-

"Ah oul, that is very necessary, the Chef went on. "You must not squeeze or push the croquettes in the flour, the egg or the crumbs."

Little Ridges

Make containers. as airtight possible, sealing with cellulono strips or gummed tape. If a closet "That's right," I added. "It cro- Is to be used, it should be frat well qualien are overhandled, little ridges treated with moth repellents and or seams form in the coating, and then, after the articles aro, atored; make a space that allows the fat to it should be hermetically sealed enter. Then the coating breaks and with aum tape and the keyhole the croquettes become fat-soaked. plugged up with sealing wax, bo- All kinds of left-over meat or fish cause the tiny moth can gain admit-may be used for making croquettes, tance through unbelievably

and Irted in lard, or in a mixture of opertures,

lard and rendered beet fat, or in

isp, salt and 1% tsp. pepper. Cover closely and simmer until the beans are tender, from 30 to 35 min. Canned string beans may be used if desired. In this caso use only 1 c. tomato and simmer only 20 min.

THEY PRESENT

LIFE WITH by

A SMILE

TO HELL WITH HEDDA, by Caryl Brahms and S. J. Simon (Michael Joseph. Bs, 5d.).

E have earned some light

Wellet this week. Here it

Is, dedicated by Brahma and Simon "To our enemies-To show we don't forgive them."

These two people, writing as one, possess the wit and galety of ten. They make a brave adornment, to heavy times.

They are not hilarious back- slappers. They do not build on wisecracks. Their art lles in the choice of refreshingly specialised themen, such as the back stogo fo of a fairground or a pler.

Their characters arc individual, curious, tinged

the with Just

right amount of exaggeration. Amusement grows with a smile and develops into laughter. Nearly all the fun

the spoken Ines.

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*

Title story is about the Bloss of a colossal sen- side resori run on the respectable basis of food for the body and fun for the mind. He is confronted with a repertory company intent on play- ing Ibsen.

Hence the cry "To Hell, With Heddn."

This pair of authors undoubtedly make most of their enemies among those who are breathless about the ballet. They take the balletomanes for a ride again in this volume with

another sharp-cuged story about Stroganoff, the impresario whose broken English goes like this: "I have the ballet that every impresario

wishes to present. Hylton he come to me on his knees. Littier offer me the advance and also the cigar."

The fairest sample of how these authors make new enemies is such A passing reference as this: "Then there are the choreographers, men of iunile talent and convinced of it, as temperamental ns teething babies, as brittle as ballerinas, and Just as Jealous of each other even If they don't show it quite so much,"

*

A ROOM ON THE ROUTE, by Godfrey Blunden. (Jonathan Cape, 93, d.)

IT is time there was a great and

penetrating novel about Soviet Russin. Such a book might pierce

In

JOHN

PUDNEY

That rusting curtain of Ignorance. This is not it, but a readable near- miss,

The sulky boom of the artillery of misrepresentation goes on to The left and to the right of us. Common men who once fought for a common cause Jose heart, drift apart, separate, deafened and fear. ful.

Blunden dellnentes deafness fear. He animales ordinary Soviet men and women. It nently qvolds being Just another social documentary, or ono of those chatty pleces written by people whose job look them

to the U.S.S.R. during the war,

Narrative here matters less than atmosphere. The Route is the wide rond for official people in official vehleles coming and going to the Kremlin. Those who live in rooms on The Route are especially screen- ed. So this is a story from that other world which is screened,

The present is given depth by means of sinister flashbacks to the old hopeful days of revolution, the despairing days of the purges and confessions, the desperate and herolo days of the war.

I am convinced that this modest- ly written and sometimes clumsy novel is more telling evidence of Soviet life than the many docu- mentarles which arc flooding. America.

★

THE SPOTTED DOG, by Reginald Turnor. (Sulvan Press," 12s. 6d.)

THIS under-indexed but nicely discursive treatise on Inn aigns is an entertaining pub-crawl for these days of basic sobriety!

Turnor is well fited for his pleasant task. He is a quali@ed architect and an established novelist. Ha text is helped along by 20 witty engravings by John Farleigh.

There is shrewd social commen- tary here which saves this volume from being just an arty affair, Of the evolution of the modern pub, he says:

think this has

come about, this raising of the prestige, this civilising of the pleasures of drink- ing largely through the emancipa- ilon of women in two great wars. If a man wishes to take his wife, or cannot avoid taking her, into a bar, then bars must become places into which it is should take his wife that a man There, I think, speaks the post- war Englishman-and who shall hold against him the

phrace: Cannot avoid taking her?

Che SNAPSHOT GUILD

Hera's a beach shot with an exposure of 1/50 of a second at f/10-half. the normal exposure but adequate because of reflected light from sand and water, Reflected light such as this helps make good portraits, since it softens the shadows caused by strong sunlight overhead. SEA, SUN, SAND, AND SKY

talking about exposure, we men- bright sunlight is 1/50 of a second tioned recently that for pictures at f/11 with most roll film, beach at the beach it's best to "stop down" scenes call for 1/50 at f/10 or 1/100

that is, to use a smaller lens open- at 1/11. ing than the normal one for average subjects on a sunny day.

There's a second type of subject, foo, that should be mentioned along

Coffee Custard Add 1 c. left-over cako or cooky crumbs to 2 c. whole milk. Blir in 1

The reason for this is that sand with these. That is the "brilliant and water reflect a great deal of subject-marine' talrong coffee beverage, 1⁄4 tsp.

views

beach salt, c. granulated or light brownight. As a result, there is more scenes, snow scenes, and so forth brilliant light on beach scenes than in which no people appear in the well beaten eggs, 2 sugar,

1/4 tsp. vanilla and 3⁄41⁄2 tsp. cinnamon, Trang most inland subjects. And, since foreground. For shots of this type, fer to a buttered, low, qt-sized bak- there is more light on your subject, it is generally best to cut "bright ing dish or casserole. Sprinkle the

a smaller lens opening than normal subject" exposure time in half. prevents over-exposure. top with 1/3 e. fine left-over cake or

Remembering all this, can help with 1 mixed

tbsp. melted butter and handy, inhaensive, pocket exposure mer whether you vacation

If you have used one of the you to get better pictures this sum- at the tbsp, sugar. Bako 35 to 40 min. In a

guides sold by pholographic stores, shore or in the mountains. But ro. moderate oven, 350 to 376 Do not you'll know that scenes of this typo membering it may not be easy. So let the custard boll. It will be done

ore classified as "bright subjects" if you find you're not sure just what when a toothpick Inserted' in. the

Under this heading are grouped the exposure time should be for a center comes out clean.

beach scenes which include nearby pleture, get one of the pocket guides. people, marine scenes with people, The price is a small investment in and scenics with prominent fora terms of returns from properly ex-. ground objects. For such shola ex- posed pictures. posure is halved. Where the stand- ard exposure for normal subjects in

John van Guilder

Trick of tho Chof If short of an egg to cost cro- queites before frying, use plain un- diluted evaporated milk, but do not add any water.