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Show I I SUN CHRONICLE, Dec. 16, 1978, msiiray 'centuries Mistletoe used To most people, mistletoe dies. But since mistletoe can produce its own food when means an excuse to steal a kiss at Christmas time. But thats just one of many traditions that have been associated with this curious, parasitic plant, according to the current issue of National Wildlife magazine. For centuries, people all over the world have considered mistletoe to be a charm against disease, and infertility, witchcraft, the says publication of the National Federation. Wildlife Mistletoe superstitions came probably about because of the unusual and rather eerie way in which the plant grows. Mistletoe flourishes in clumps on the trunks and branches of various hardwood trees, where it robs its host tree of water and nutrients. Often, the host tree is so weakened that it FIREPLACE the necessary, parasite remains green and moist. Because they were unable to explain how mistletoe grew, acient civilizations believed the plant had supernatural powers, says National Wildlife. Peasants in both England and Japan believed that barren women would be able to conceive after eating mistletoe. The Walos of Africa attached mistletoe leaves to their bodies, confident that they would then be protected from injury. The Swedes carved sword handles from mistletoe branches to ward off witches, while other Europeans wore mistletoe corsages to guarantee a successful hunt. Mistletoe is not a very tasty plant. In fact, although there are more than a varieties thousand throughout the world, only one animal the tiny Australian mistletoe bird relies solely on mistletoe for food. But medical history reveals that despite its taste, 6G1L1ERY mid-1700'- s, National Wildlife reports, many European medical authorities thought would cure mistletoe epilepsy. Since mistletoe attaches itself so firmly to a tree that it cannot be blown an down, they reasoned, epileptic could not fall down if he consumed the plant regularly. As it was thought that mistletoe possessed magical powers, its not surprising that the plant was long forbidden in Christian churches. It was thought to be tainted with heathenism. the woodsy But the Druids priests of the ancient Cells considered mistletoe to be a warm Like this mistletoe harvester of a century ago, collectors today must venture into the woods and gather the leafy shrub by hand. The parasite is not commercially cultivated. the for refuge hung the plant homes with greenery PHONE 2955 394-347- 4 BLVD. WASHINGTON 84401 OGDEN. UTAH Order your Christmas Bouquets. . . 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French physicians used mistletoe as an antidote for poisons. And one 17th cen- at Christmas time. Centuries ago, on the sixth day of a new moon, a white-robe- d priest armed with a golden sickle could be seen harvesting mistletoe. The Druids believed the plant was too sacred to be collected by just anyone. Traditions change, of course, and today anyone willing to venture out into the woods however, m terms of volume. Because of its volume, it of Division takes longer to drink several Director, Alcoholism and Drugs, said cans of beer than it does to that a major misconception finish the same number of is that beer and wine are less mixed drinks. Beer is more intoxicating than hard filling than other drinks so liquor. people may lend to drink less The truth is that a can of than they would if they were beer, a glass of wine and a drinking mixed drinks. shot of scotch or whiskey all But the effect of all have the same intoxicating alcoholic drinks is equal. Schwermer noted that 60 per potential. Whether you drink beer, wine or a mixed drink, cent of those arrested for drunk driving have been youll get the same effect, he stressed. drinking beer. There is a difference, It doesnt matter what you drink if the amount of alcohol is the same; its the "''-' alcohol tEat '4eads to Services' official. False ideas about the effect of different alcoholic beverages may lead to drinking and driving danger, particularly in the snowy, icy holiday season, ac- cording to a Utah Social ROY FIRE REPORT The annual business inspections are continuing made by the Fire Department. According to Chief Dick Waters those businesses that have some problems with the code will then have 20 days to comply or the fire department has the authority to close the business. y The new pagers for the volunteers and regular firemen have been received from Motorola. These 30 pagers jyill be used, along with the pagers already being used until another market can be found to sell these to. two-wa- JL. Schwermer, Jurgen Classifieds only cost $2 a week $6 a month ... Ambulance Calls Dec. 12: The department transferred a patient from St. Benedicts Hospital to the Weber County Hospital at 11:04 a.m. Dec. 13: The department helped to transfer a patient from the McKay-De- e Hospital to home at 10:15 a.m. at 1828 W. 5075 S. A 69 year old female was reported to have a possible heart attack at 10:51 p.m. at 5158 S. 3100 W. and was taken to Hill Air Force Base Hospital. 825-166- More confusion arises in trying to target the amount of actual alcohol consumed in mixed drinks because of varying amounts of alcohol served in drinks, he said, in reference to Utahs minibottle law. served The mini-bottlin restaurants are 1.6 ounces; thats 60 per cent e more than the standard a portion that would serve. A host or hostess at a private parly tends to serve even stronger drinks because of an urge to be generous, he said. Alcohol content may vary with different brands of liquor, and especially with wine. Most wines are about 12 per cent alcohol, but sweet and fortified wines are likely to have a higher alcohol content. He said that a five ounce glass of fortified wine could be equal to two standard drinks. If you choose to drink, you have to know how much alcohol youre consuming in order to control your he emphasized. drinking, The strength of liquor is given by proof. The percentage of alcohol is one half the proof listed on the label." 6 es one-ouncbar-lend- Let the Colonel and..! Ktituriaf fried (iic ken Brighten your Holidays! PRICES EFFECTIVE THRU DEC. 23, 1978 a. or More have a beautiful selection of Christmas hams, turkeys, fancy roasts, tenderloins We & Sliced Bacon Pork Spare Ribs ....... Boneless Sliced y BEEF . ASSORTED MEAT Ant. St.aki Ant. 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He also noted that each persons reaction to alcohol is affected by their emotions, plained, re both "finger lickin' good" 1864 WEST 53C0 SOUTH ROT jM the situation and their physical health on a given occasion. |