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L a ee A I A a ie ee re Af d A 3 : a — Monday, December 24, 1984-KINGS MOUNTAIN HERALD-Page 7A ‘Be Wise When Buying Toys CECILIA HENDERSON asks Santa to bring her a doll for Christmas. BRANDY BURTON AND JENNA ALLEN are two little girls who y are ready for Christmas and they talk with Santa Claus a ; 2 MS | i | i 8 ‘A Happy Christmas Greeting to everyone. We hope that you will » 8 enjoy the holiday season in the spirit of peace and friendship. Best ; | ; wishes from all of us. k Se Li d ; i} " THE : ; FASHION CENTER } 4 8 2 ’ 1 i: | § /, LADIES AND CHILDRENS CLOTHING 2 dl EAST KING STREET AT CANTERBURY ROAD - KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. A PHONE 739-1960 ; + J GILDA, GLORIA & TERRIE ; ] 2 Christmas is the time to wish every blessing for you and your dear ones. PAUL'S SEAFOOD The twinkle in Santa’s eye will dim in a wink if children are un- necessarily injured this Yuletide by a careless selection of toys. The N.C. Society of Op- thalmology, reminds giftbearing adults that special concern should be given to toys which may pose hazardous to young eyes. There were more than 7,000 toy-related eye injuries to children under 15 years of age last year, said the Society’s presi- dent, Dr. M. Bruce Shields. Dr. Shields, a member of the staff at Duke Eye Center, is also medical advisor to the North Carolina Affiliate of the National Society to Prevent Blindness. “Nearly one-third of youngsters’ eye-related injuries can be attributed to BB guns, bows and arrows, darts and similar projectile devices,” said Dr. Shields. Other eye injuries are caused by toys many people would consider safe, such as bat- tery operated playthings and building sets. “The main thing to keep in mind when selecting a toy,” said Dr. Shields, “is the age of the child and his or her level of maturity.” Up to age five, the op- thalmologist said, adults should beware of toys that can be broken easily or have sharp edges. That includes toys that cut-scissors, knives, and minature saws. It’s wise not to give in to a five or six year old who asks for a shooting toy with ammunition of any type—whether ping pong balls, corks, or darts—and cer- tainly not BBs said the medical doctor. Dr. Shields suggested parental guidance and supervision if giv- ing a chemistry set to a youngster between seven and 12 years of age. Air rifles, dart and arrow games are also potentially hazardous for this age group. struck in the eye who complains of blurred vision, pain or spots before the eyes should get im- mediate attention,” 2» child is too many, he said. “Even one eye injury to one concluded the opthalmologist. y The N.C. Society of Op-: thalmology is a group of more’ than 250 medical doctors from across the state specializing in €ye care. RR EAP 2Y Older children requesting power tools should also receive eye gog- gles with industrial strength lenses, he said. ; Flying splinters of wood are one of the most frequent eye tormentors associated with power tools. But it’s blows to the eye that are of even more con-- cern, because they happen to more youngsters. “Usually such eye injuries are minor and temporary,” said Dr. Shields. “However, anyone JIM TESTA CHEVROLET ~ Service & Parts Department IS NOW OPEN 8:30 A.M.-4:30 P.M. SATURDAYS YMEAY NOW AVAILABLE AT YOUR FAVORITE STORE 20 Ey as irs Fishin ag er A AE A EDA SAN : CHRISTMAS EVE 10:00-6:00 - CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY AFTER CHRISTMAS SALE 40% OFF enTIRE sToCK YORK ROAD - KINGS MOUNTAIN fe 739-1631 oh NEW HOURS: 10:00-6:00 ; 5 i =D z= it -L Lie ie nde SD > Eka 4eO ios ies ies S95 Lie a og: fad bas [ys farts fy foe AL yy Ba na oY ee ipa = LT A SE 0 DT eat LL ES
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