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Page' Friday, September 15, 1978 letmimaceelocm Library By Dr. Geoff Cochrane Cat scratching Cats groom or condition (not sharpen) their claws by scratch- ing which is an inherited, natural, healthy type of behavior. Trees, furniture and draperies are quite often used. By scratching, the outer claw which has become worn is removed or pulled off. This exposes a new, sharp claw beneath. These outer claws may also be removed with their teeth. The claws of the back feet are usually removed in this way. Cats need some kind of object to condition their claws. Outside, a tree or wooden post may be used. Indoors, a scratching post or board should be available. Correction of this inherited trait if it becomes a problem for the owner can be accomplished by a behavioral approach or a surgical procedure known as de-clawing. The behavioral method invol- ves taking advantage of the animal's natural behavior and preferences. For example, cats form a strong attachment to a particular object such as a favourite tree or piece of furni- ture. | Kittens should be trained to use a scratching post or board at a young age. Also, cats develop the scratching habit towards objects near their sleeping area because they often scratch after awaken- ing. The scratching post should be placed near this area. De-clawing is considered ortho- pedic surgery carried out under general anesthesia. Meditorial by Rev. James Paul Selfless Loyalty Several years ago in Alaska, an unseasonable late spring snow- storm came to a breeding ground of the Canada goose. The snow continued falling to a depth of three feet. Days later as the snow melted away, an amazing picture of selfless loyalty was revealed. Scores of dead geese were still on their nests. They had chosen to suffocate rather than leave the eggs they were protect- ing. This kind of determined and selfless loyalty in the animal kingdom is not readily found in the Kingdom of God. Unlike the Canada goose, many Canadian Christians are more committed to their own self-interests, than to Christ and His Church. Extended holidays, leisure activities and late nights dictate a sporatic church attendance. Many claim they can worship God in their own way, in their own time, and in their own home, and yet all the while, they are worshiping them- selves. Christian loyalty is a precious commodity. To this end Jesus Christ demands, that "thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind"(Matthew 22:37). It's quite possible that loyalty is the acid test, as to whether one has invited the Savior to reign within, or not. Test your own heart. Do you possess selfless loyalty, which comes through the indwelling Christ.? News HOURS Mon., Fri., Sat. 2:30 to5:00 p.m. Wednesday: 12 noon to 1 p.m. Tues. and Thurs. 7to9p.m. Story time: Wednesday, 10 to 11 a.m.; for school children, Wed., 12 noon tol p.m. New books: Crafts for your Leisure Hours; Clara Bodkin. Basic Stitches of Embroidery; Gisela Hein. Hooked Rugs, Wm. C. Ketchum Jr. Games of Fear and Winning, Jack Ludeirg. The Mill, Wm. Fox. The Highland Clans, David Hicks. Polar Voyages, Frank Rasky. Century One, a history of the Ontario veterinary assoc. 1874 - 1974, Margaret Evans. All Aboard, the railroad trains that America built, Mary Elting. What Really Happened to the Dinosours?, Daniel Cohen. Stor- ies of Alberta, David Carpenter. October is Library Month - there will be no charge on over- due books. Rabies clinics An anti-rabies clinic will be held at the Russell Arena on Tuesday, Sept. 26, and at the Embrun Township garage on the same day. Anti-rabies vaccine will be administered at the Russell Arena from 2 -- 5 p.m., and in Embrun from 6:30 -- 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 25, a clinic Russell Horticultural Society Supper The Russell Horticultural Society Pot Luck Supper will be held in the F. Kinnaird Arena Hall on Sept. 18 at 7:30. Come and bring a casserole or dessert. Prior to supper, at 7:15 a special dedication service will be held in connection with the foundation on planting at the arena. A plaque will be unvieled by Mrs. Thyra Hudson in memory of her father -- R. Morgan Warner. The Horticultural Queen will also be crowned on this occasion. Everyone Welcome. will be conducted at the Limoges fire hall from 2 to 5 p.m. Owners are urged to bring their dogs and cats, with the reminder that dogs must be on a leash and accompanied by an adult while cats must be properly restrained. Ni Erik Therklesen & Sons Ltd. 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Res. 445-2833 Bus. 445-2818 CASTOR REVIEW r My Midsummer It has long been my wish to visit the birthplace of William Shakespeare and attend a per- formance of one of his plays at the 'original' Shakespearean Theatre in England. Since the time my grade twelve English class visited Ontario's Avon Theatre to see Julius Ceasar, and through subsequent studies of Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth and Hamlet, the bard has occupied a special spot among my favourite win- ters. After a second visit last summer to Stratford, Ontario, I was determined to see where it all began back in 1564. true. One of the highlights of our three week holiday in Britain was a stop in Stratford-Upon- Avon. Every year thousands of tourists make the same pilgrim- age to honor the legacy which Shakespeare has left us. Canad- ians are the third highest in number (behind the United Kingdom and United States) to visit the National Trust site. And there is much to see. Adjacent to Shakespears's half- timbered birthplace is the Sha- kespeare Library. One can view the location, foundations and gardens of "New Place", the home in which Shakespeare spent the last years of his life. For those energetic enough to walk across the fields to Shottery, the reward is the This August my dream came ' ( r Scrapbook, By Suzanne Schroeter Night's Dream magnificiently preserved that- ched-cottage of Anne Hathaway, Shakespeare's wife. And lastly, one can enter Stratford's Holy Trinity Church on the banks of the Avon, to see Shakespeare's grave. Ontario's Avon Theatre was still fresh in mind as we approached the Royal Shakes- peare Theatre. Both theatres are dedicated to the representation of the plays of William Shakespeare and both companies have performed the entire repertoire. Latecomers get a break in some British theatres it seems. As the actors took their places and action commenced for the evening performance of "Love's Labor's Lost", many patrons were still allowed to stumble to their seats, creating an Un- Canadian-like disturbance. Our trip to Britain answered many of my questions (yes they do have tea time -- all day), but some went unanswered. While watching the Military Tattoo in Edinburgh I was unable to ask a highland piper what he wore under his kilt. The opportunity just didn't present itself. How- ever, after our return the August issue of 'In Britain" set my mind at rest. Apparently the joke goes this way: "Is there anything worn under the kilt?" "No madame, it's all in perfect working order."' SD) METCALFE PHARMACY LTD. Metcalfe -- 821-1224 Is open for Prescription Services. We fill Ontario drug Benefit Plan and all other Drug Plans Prescriptions. 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