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Show t , Sugar a Universal Need. "Sugnr has modified tho, history ,of Europe and of tho world in moro ways than one," says a wrltor. "Used fotir centuries ago, almost exclusively In tho preparation of medicines, and long afterward an article of luxury only accessible ac-cessible to tho rich, It has by enlarged production and chcapenod manufacture manufac-ture been brought within the reach ot all. The universal uso of this practically prac-tically puro carbohydrate, which Is not only a freely burning fuel and protold sparer, but a musclo food. Increasing In-creasing the power of doing work and lessening fatigue, must havo had widespread and beneficial effects on the general health. Especially In tho case of children, whoso greed of sugar Is the expression of a physiological want, has that food been valuable la conducing. to growth, contentment and well-being." |