he 10; 1994 - North Shore’ N oUErET x var ern Graphic Dorothy Foster - THE DAVIS Family Home, 100-block West 10th Avenue, Vancouver. Built circa 1892. FOR THIS column, I’ve decid- ed to write about one of a series of heritage homes that | sketched last summer. NORTH SHORE HERITAGE By Dorothy Foster ‘Twas drawing on 12th Avenue “across from’ the city hall in Vancouver, when someone directed me to stroll down to the 100-block of West 10th Avenue where I would see a wonderful collection of Victorian homes. ; That was putting it mildly. It was like stepping-back in time, walking ~~ Radiation give many years of trouble-free oper- ation, but; according to Albo i Galligani, president of Microsafe Microwave Inspection Service, safe- ty should be a concern. The question is always asked: How safe are the children and I when using my microwave oven? The government has found it nec- essary to impose strict standards to protect microwave oven users from radiation leakage problems that have occurred with both older and newer models, ‘ An article from Alive magazine, written by Mary Hetherington, points out that low-level radiation leaks NA-F Sat. Sun. EVERYTHING MUST 00! ' down that street. * I happened upon the family that was responsible for the streetscape which is complete with wheelbarrow and old fashioned bicycle, with flowers ading out of them, on the boulevard, and other collectibles on porches. This family had done a remark- ‘able job of rescuing from decay and destruction an old residential part of Vancouver. The Dayis family — . Jobn, Pat avd their sons Geoff and John, — began restoring an 1892 Victorian house in Vancouver at 166 West 10th Ave. in 1973. They were unaware then that restoring almost the — entire Edwardian- Victorian streetscape on the 100-block West 10th would eritage street restored become an all-consuming passion. Work was carried out entircly without any government assistance, although the buildings are now des- ignated heritage buildings. These historic houses and gar- dens have received many awards and have been featured in numerous magazine, newspaper and television pieces, as well as in movies. Most importantly, the Davises preserved for future generations a glimpse into a way of life in early Vancouver, and they ignited other home-owners in the neighborhood to do likewise. 1 highly recommend a stroll or u slow drive by this block for every- one, but especially for anyone reviv- ing or restoring a heritage home. leakage a possibility from poorly fitting oven doors is a very real possibility, and prolonged exposure can cause harmful biolagi- cal effects, such as skin burns, cularacts and other more subtle ‘health problems like genetic distur- bances and chazges in liver function, blood pressure and heart rate. Radiation leaks can develop around the door, vents, and even the control panel itself. . Simple everyday situations like moving your microwave Oven for cleaning, if not done correctly, or shutting the door too hard can put the hinges and door out of alignment. A faulty door seal can cause a radiation leak above government safety standards. The government standard for a new microwave oven is one milli- walt per square centimetre. Very few people realize that many reports and microwave oven tepair manuals caution that it is smart and safe practice to have your microwave aven tested far radiation leakage annually. Industry and government recom- mended testing equipment should always be used to check your microwave oven, Government-approved, commer- cial testing devices can cost as much as $900 but their reading levels are accurate and reliable. PRICES IN EFFECT BOTH LOCATIONS . GASeryers pcre + thols carpets are “, not fading, thele plants are not =f oy, wilting, and their f - 45 home iso * TENT & AWNING LTD. & RLAND AVENUE, BURNABY, B.C. V5B 3A6 (604) 298-3636 5 “Buy where | the Fencers | ~ 1"x6"x4’ CEDAR BOARD 1"x6"x6’ CEDAR BOARD 2"x4"x8' ROUGH CEDAR _1°X8"X4' TREATED SHIPLAP 2"X4"X8’ ROUGH TREATED 4"X4"X8' ROUGH TREATED MONTEREY | 12/13 inch S@9Q99. reg 44 7 o Ex Ree eoteayes