Magrath Store News (August 2, 1995)

An archive of the Magrath Trading Store News. The University of Lethbridge Library received permission from the Wes Balderson to digitize and display this content. MAGRATH NEWS Published Weekly since 1932 by The Magrath Trading Company 30 cents The Magrath Trading Co. Ltd. MAGRATH - ALBERTA “A Good...

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Main Author: Magrath Trading Store
Format: Journal/Newspaper
Language:English
Published: J. A. Ririe 1995
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Summary:An archive of the Magrath Trading Store News. The University of Lethbridge Library received permission from the Wes Balderson to digitize and display this content. MAGRATH NEWS Published Weekly since 1932 by The Magrath Trading Company 30 cents The Magrath Trading Co. Ltd. MAGRATH - ALBERTA “A Good Place to Trade” WEDNESDAY August 2,1995 T^HE Trading Company is interested • in the boys and girls of this com­munity. The boy and girl of .to-day will be running the stores and the farms and the Banks tomorrow. We are proud of the boys and girls of this community. The Teachers tell us that our schools are as good as any in Alberta. Because the Trading Co. is a Home store for Home people, we welcome the boys and girls—We want them for our customers today— Then they will be our customers tomorrow and you can send the little ones here to trade. They can buy as cheaply and as safely as their parents. Published Monthly by The Magrath Trading Co. Ltd. MAGRATH - ALBERTA Library News: New Books at the Library: "The Witness" by Sandra Brown, "Power Play" by Anne McCaffery, "True Betrayals" by Nora Roberts’’, "Thin Man and Cold Mist" by Kathleen O'Neil Gear, "Cossette" (book and talking book) -Seuel to Les Miserables, "Beach Music" by Pat Conroy, "Dangerous to Know" by Barbara Taylor Bradford, "Lightning" by Danielle Steel, "The Basement" by Bari Wood and Johanna Lindsey's "Surrender my Love" and "Man of my Dreams". Non-Fiction: "First Things First: to live, to love, to learn, to leave a legacy" by Stephen R. Covey, "Menopause: how you can benefit from diet, vitamins, minerals, herbs, exercise, and other natural methods", "Simply delicious Cooking" (each dish is photographed), "A Complete Introduction to Koi and Garden Pools', "The meaning of your Dreams", "The Power of Myth", and "The Group of Seven". The BOOKWORLD Summer Reading Program is still in progress. Read every day and come in to fish and put your name in the draws. Jr. & Sr. High Students can also win free slurpees & videos rentals. It is not too late to register. We are still missing 4 videos: Benji, Hook, Paul Bunyan and The Christmas Elf. They were left at the door of the Library and we would appreciate their return or any information on their whereabouts. Are you travelling for you holidays this year? We have a selection of Books on Tape - stop by and check out a few to listen to on your way. A A A A A A BINGO - BINGO - BINGO - BINGO All members of the community are welcome to play Bingo at the Seniors' Centre every second Thursday. Next Bingo Aug. 3rd, 1995. A A A A A A RICK’S PORTABLE WELDING OWNER RICK BERES WE WELD EVERYTHING FROM CHAIRS TO TRACTORS PLEASE CALL ME FOR ALL YOUR WELDiNG NEEDS "B" PRESSURE QUALIFIED 758-6427 ****** DAHL'S FRUIT We will have a shipment of fruit Aug. 9th or 10th. Coming are: Semi-cling peaches - 26 lb/$16 (good canning peaches.) Nectarines - 24 lb/$16. Tomatoes - $16/case; Onions - 50 Ib/$16 Frozen Raspberries, Strawberries, Marion Berries, Blueberries ALL FROZEN 2 1/2 gal for $48.00 We are leaving on holidays July 25th, so please call & place your order before then. We will call you for pick-up. Call 758-3039 or after July 25th call 653-3887 & leave you order. Thanks A.2 ****** What’s up, doc? A puzzled clerk asked the doctor, “This is highly irregular — are you sure you want the death certificate changed?” Under his breath he ex­plained: “I was in a hurry and didn’t pay attention to the blank marked ‘Cause of Death’ — and by mistake I signed mv name.” — Normin mî<±müs Do you need a reliable babysitter, well balanced meals provided. Large outside play area. Will babysit in my home. All ages welcomed. Shift work can be accommodated. Phone Thomasina Hatch at 758-6569. A.23 Julie Dainard & William Lerch along with their parents Carol Patey & the late Clark Dainard, William & Sally Lerch and Carolyn & Glen Bingham announce their CARRIAGE DOUSE THo EATR7 E . • ■ . ■ • ■ - -P• res• en• t- s­• "OPERATION DUMBO DROP" Joly 28th •Vii- > a *•* . . G' à ■; ■ . .Xi- showing at 2 and 9:15 p.m. _____________________________________________ marriage on Wednesday, August 9th, 1995 in the San Diego Temple a reception will be held in their honor on Sat. Aug. 12th in Tucson, Arizona. Open House in Magrath Alberta, to be announced. Anyone wishing to contact the happy couple, may do so by writing to: Mr. Mrs. William A. Lerch 1458-South Palo Verde K-205 Tucson, AZ. 85713 Peace and quiet on 10 acres 2 separate homes with possibility of subdividing. Homes are both private - separated by mature trees. Beautiful park-like setting. One home has 5 bedrooms - the other has 4 bedrooms not including the basement development. Town water will be in before possession. I still have a few Sabey Cookbooks at $10.00 each. If interested call Doreen Alston at 758-3281 ACREAGE IN MAGRATH 9.7 acres with 3 yr. old metal clad horse barn with stalls. Town water, electricity & gas. Numerous trees. Subdivided into 8 lots. I've sold all mine in Magrath.But One Who's selling yours? I’ve got buyers for Magrath, and I need listings !’ Call Jack Elliott 758-3551 or 327-5152 Cold well banker • . Hancock Land Real Estate 165x303 building lot in Magrath. Privacy of an acreage with conveniences of town. TED HARKER ROYAL LePAGE REAL ESTATE SERVICES Ltd. 758-6613 or 327-2111 MLS Congratulations to the Magrath Weing Sprinkler Products Womens Softball Team. Over the weekend, they won the Lethbridge "B" Division League Championship. After finishing 2nd in the "B" Division for League, they went 5-0 in playoffs to win 1st Place. On Friday they beat Lethbrdige Subway 11-1 & Lethbridge Southern Stationers 9-3. On Saturday they defeated the Stirling Speedy Sluggers 16-13, Coaldale 18-5 & Lethbridge's Stubbs Cubs 14-1. Team members are: Suzanne Althen, Aleesa Nelson, Nancy Van Kasteren, Marilee Hillmer, Dianne Wocknitz, Ally Nelson,Joanne Henry, Joan Frenzel,Kristine Strate, Shannon Sabey, Tasha Henry, Kristy Merrill, Margo Schneyder, Kathy Van Den Eisen and Sandy Fox. Coaches are Ron Strate and Lloyd Evers. ****** Rulon and Wilma Taylor wish to announce the marriage of their son Roger to Laurissa King of Pahrump, Nevada. The wedding will take place in the St. George L.D.S. Temple on August 19, 1995 with a reception that evening in Pahrump ****** Did you miss getting your University of Magrath tee-shirt at the Town Celebrations? You can still put in an order until Aug. 12th. Cost $12.00. Call Laurel, Arlen or David Bennett at 758-6222 ****** BASEBALL NEWS The South chief AA Major Baseball Team is co-hosting the Provincial Tournament, here in Magrath Aug. 4-7. There is a total of 24 teams participating in this competition, with representation from each area of the Province; 6 of these teams will be playing in Magrath Aug. 4th thru 6th. Team members of the Southchief Team from Magrath are: Darren Bevers, John Cahoon, Dan Cook, Eric Godionton, Josh Heggie & Dustin Mandel; from Raymond are: Briggs Depew, Bronson Harker, Kade Hill, Brady Michel, & JJ Salmon. This local team is scheduled to play on Fri. Aug. 4th at 4 pm; Sat, Aug. 5th at 8 am & 12 noon; Sun. Aug. 6th at 12:30 pm & 6:30 pm. Please come out & support these boys as they compete for the Provincial Championship. We would like to thank our local sponsors for their generous donations; they are: Greg's Transport, David & Ida Taylor, Karen Bevers, Ronald Johnson Professional Corp. Marty's Draperies, MTM Garbage Disposal, Sandblasted Cedar Signs,Hollands Insurance, Perry & Kathy Van Den Eisen, Marc & Barbara Heggie, Arnold & Shirley Godionton, Jim & Sue Godionton, MicroAge Computers, Off Road Canada and the Town of Magrath. ****** County Lane Salon: I would like to THANK my New & Old Friends & Neighbors for their support in the recent opening of my Beauty & Tanning Salon. I really appreciate your business. We have one more Horse Show then it's back to business as usual with "Back to School Specials" Aug. 16-31st Perms $30.00 Kids Cuts $5.00 Thanks Again Betty 758-3339 ****** Forgiveness is often easier once you realise that you have no one to blame but yourself. — Bichard c. wilier wwvww The handsome gifts that fate and nature lend us, Most often are the very ones that end us. — Geoffrey Chaucer MIKE' S LEAKY BASEMENT REPAIRS - STOPS LEAKS, EROSION & IMPROVES THE QUALITY OF YOUR HOME *Friendly & Experienced Service* *A11 Sealed Cracks Guaranteed* *Residential/lhdustrial Application* *No Job Too BIG or Too Small* CONCRETE: basement floor & wall cracks, basement floor & wall joints, water cisterns, sidewalks, drive-ways, patios, etc. GLASS: windows, skylights, patio doors, green houses, sunrooms, etc. METAL: around piping, grain bins, steel doors, quonsets, etc. .also able to seal wood and plastics. GOT A LEAK? DON'T FREAK!! .call Mike’s Leaky Basement Repairs . (403) 329-4174 Magrath Parade Children's Section Best Decorated Bike & Child 1. David & Russell Bennett 2. Steed Cousins . Just Married Best Dressed Child 1. Alien . Perry Sabey 2. Bag of Dog Food/Puppy . Shane Nishikawa 3. Tie between .Bo Peep. Lara Beth Cahoon and Hula Girl . Vince Hatch Best Dressed Group / Group of 2 1. Old Men - Jonathan Bennett & Adam Heath 2. Clowns . Julie & Kevin Morton 3. Aladdin & Friends - Brandy & Kayla Passey & Jessica Sabey Best Decorated Novelty 1. Toe Ga - Mark, David & Katie Harker 2. McIntyre Ranch 3. Nuns on the Run Best Decorated Family 1. James & Sean Perry,Kyle & Kelsey Wong 2. Little Heggie Brothers 3. Tie - Godionton Cousins - Farmer Brown Wendy, Seth & Melia Harris - Race Car Team Need a Piano Teacher? I will be teaching again this fall, starting Sept. 18th I have grade 9 Royal Conservatory in Piano. For more info and cost Please call me at 758-6757 Teejay Lybbert Athletic 16 year old, male needs family to board with for up coming school year to attend Magrath Basketball Program. To discuss rent etc. Please call 341-3617 in Red Deer. Collect calls accepted. Clogging Lessons will be held for anyone 4 yrs and over starting the week of Sept. 11th, 1995. To register or for more information, please call either Jennifer Sabey @ 758-3327 or Kourtney Alston @ 758-3627 by August 31, 1995 A.30CLASSIFIED ADS DEADLINE: TUESDAY 12 NOON PHONE 758-6377 Less than 30 words—$1.07 Small ad (2.5"X3.5")-$5.35 1/4 page-. $7.49 1/3 page --- — --- $8.56 1/2 page --- $10.70 Full Page—Copy Ready—$25.00 Full Page-—We do --- $37.45 Flyer insertion (your paper) Wanted: 3 bedroom + house to rent for Sept. 1 - 732-4300 A ik it Jc A st Dalmation Puppies-lst litter, ready Aug.19th, 1st shots, excellent temperament, great with kids. CA11 758-6894. A A A A A A 3 Black kittens to give away. Kelli Thompson 758-3722. A A A A A A Moving - Must give away Pure Bred Beagle-Lab - good looking, black with white, neutered dog, great with children. If we can't find a home he will have to be put down. Call 758-6669. A A A A A A Kittens to give away: 5 beautiful, adorable kittens! They are ready to find a home. If you want one call Debbie Balderson @ 758-6380. A A A A A A If you need your lawn cut, call 758-6371. A.2 A A A A A A For Sale: Fresh Raspberries. Call 758-3527. A.2 A A A A A A Wood Craft Classes Open House & Registration Aug. 31st - 1 - 4 pm 126 Harker Ave. East Jeanine Passey 758-6530 Aug. 2 quality round bales. Call 758-6527 or 758-3016. A.2 A A A A A A For Sale: Two man ice fishing tent $20.00, Man's unsheared sheepskin coat Xtra large $100.00, Solid Oak Coat Rack with Hat Shelf $150.00, Step Exercise Machine - new - $30.00, 11 1/2 oz bonded quilt batt. 96"xl30" $13.00. Phone 758-3712. A.2 For Sale: Size #1 Bauer Roller Blades $25. Call 758-3556. Aug. 2. A A A A A A Wanted to rent in or around Magrath, 2+ bedr house. Call 758-3749. A A A A A A For Sale: 1978 Plymouth Volare, new front brakes, 123,000 km, runs well & very reliahle.$550 or offers. Call 758-3061. Aug. 2 A A A A A A For Sale: 45 gal. steel drums, use for burning barrels etc. Tops removed-will deliver- $10. Steele 758-3968. Aug.2 A A A A A A For Rent: One bedroom apartment. Non smoking or drinking, no pets. Available, 1 sept/95. $250 plus utilities, damage deposit. Hazel Dudley at 758-3213. A.9 "Custom Haying”Cutting & round baling On Cash or Crop Share Basis Rick Strate 758-6749 SERVICES: JEANIE'S HAIR FASHION Professional Haircare at pleasing prices Open hours 9 am - 5pm Mon thru Sat For appointment call 758-3379 ALL TREE SERVICES Certified Arborist providing the following services: Tree & Hedge Trimming, Removals, Hauling & Cartage of unwanted debris Call for a Free Estimate. Cam Bruce at 758-3729 A A A A A A Wanted: Trees for firewood, if you are planning to remove trees from your property, call me. I want them for Firewood. Call Cam Bruce at 758-3729 A A A A A A Are you short of time? Too busy to get your yardwork done? We will paint outbuildings & fences, mow & rake lawns, weed gardens & do other misc. yard work. Charity 758-3097 or Rhonda 758-6829. A. 2 Waterworks Window Washing is now starting. Please call 758-3061 for free estimates & excellent window washing service. Ask for Tom or leave a message. Aug. 23 ****** REAL ESTATE For Sale by Owner 222W 1 Ave N 1200 sq.ft, bungalow on large lot. Features include full basement, 3 bed up, 3 bed down, 3 bath, large kitchen - eating area, living room up, large family/playroom with fireplace down. Built in vacuum, built in dishwasher, fully fenced in backyard with garden spot, no maintenance exterior, new shingles, the extras go on!. For more info call 758-6344 ****** HORSE PASTURES FOR SALE: Approx 1 acre $2500 includes new fence. Approx. 1/2 acre - $2000 includes new fence. Call Merrill Larsen, Century 21 Chinook Realty ****** Building Lot with Horse Pasture. Approx. 1 1/4 acres, north of Blue Goose, $10,000. Comes with horse shelter & fencing. Could be divided "RS. into 2 building lots. Call Merrill Larsen Century 21 Chinook Realty QUALITY BUILT FAMILY HOME!! 1 yr. old very comfortable family home, 1330 sq.ft, mainfloor, completely finished basement, 3 baths, 4 bed. attached double car garage. Reduced to $125,000. Assumable mortgage, low d/p Call Merrill Larsen Century 21 Chinook Realty. 758-3300 or 380-2100 ****** Newly renovated 1280 sq.ft. 2 bedroom home on large lot, open livingroom/diningroom with wood-burning stove. European style kitchen, 2 ****** We’re not getting older. We're getting better! Here’s how women from 16 to 60-plus say aging makes them feel: SOURCE Clinique Selling below appraised value 4 bedroom - 2 bathroom big sundeck Pretty as a Picture $89,900 in Magrath Bungalow Fixer-upper approx 20 yrs. old 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, developed basement, carport. Needs carpet & paint $69,900 in Raymond. CALL JACK ELLIOTT COLDWELL BANKER HANCOCK REAL ESTATE 753-3449 or 758-3551 90'xl50' lot for sale 2 blks west of the Trading Co. Call 758-6826. Aug. 2 ****** blocks west of the Trading Co. Call 758-6826.Aug.2 “You’re a workaholic? Are you aware that you’re applying for a government job?” A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out. —Waiter Winchell MORE GROCERY SPECIALS July 31 - August 6 — --- - Western Family Premium Ice Cream 2 litre $1.98 each Kraft Singles Slices 500 g $3.98 each Western Family Corn or Peas 1 kg $2.48 each Value Priced Complete Dry Dog Food 8 kg $4.98 each Purina Cat or Kitten Chow Cat Food 900-1 kg $2.78 each Western Family Foil Wrap 18'x25' $2.48 each Kingsford Charcoal Briquettes 10 lb $4.88 each Kodak Gold 135-24 Exposure 100 ASA $4.98 each Howard and Cathy West are happy to announce the marriage of their son James to Martine, daughter of Augusto and Maria Goncalves Their wedding will take place on August 19, 1995 in Calgary, Alberta ****** Lost. Orange, black and white long haired cat, wearing blue collar with name "Crystal" and phone number 758-3619. Please call if you see her, we're new to town and she doesn't know where home is. Magrath Dog Grooming: Limited to small dogs. Call Chris @ 758-3090. !!!REWARD!I! Boys 15 Speed Mountain Bike Silver Pathfinder, Brand New. Stolen from Swimming Pool on Friday July 28th. Has been seen ridden at the Store, please return - we want it back!’ Call 758-3994 ****** To give away, older high chair, if interested call 758-3090 MEAT SPECIALS July 31 - August 6 Fresh Whole Frying Chicken $2.16/kg .98/Ib Olympic Bulk Wieners $1.94/kg ,88/lb Sirloin Steak $8.12/kg $3.68/lb Fresh Pork Sideribs $4.37/kg $1.98/lb Large Eggs 1 doz $1.58 each Overlander Smokies 500 g $3.28 each !! ¡Attention!!! The date for the No Cost Clothing Day will be announced next week If you have clothes to donate you can drop them off to Judy Stewart at 758-3701 A A A A A A MOVING SALE Large wooden kitchen table & 4 chairs $300.00 Blue sofa and love seat - $250.00 Maytag Washer $20 and Maytag Dryer $50 Large Deep Freeze - $175.00 Come make an offer Pat Kerr 758-3570. A A A A A A Garage Sale We're trying again this Saturday to get some more things gone. We still have lots & lots of clothes from T-shirts & sweaters to suit jackets. There's even lots of other things too. Remember Saturday, August 5th from 9 to 1 Craig Godionton residence (in the garage) enter from Seminary parking lot. A A A A A A HOUSE FOR SALE Close to downtown, school & church 1600 sq.ft - 3 bedroom newly renovated. Includes jacuzzi tub, vacuflow, garbarator, window air conditioner, main floor laundry, basement storage area. Work shed and storage shed. Call Jack or Jane at 758-3614 Found Grey Kitten with large eye. Call 758-6222 POT HOLE CREEK TRAIL RIDERS Meet every Wed Night at the Rodeo Grounds from 7-9 pm. We are looking for new members, free riding lessons, trail rides, and lots more fun things to do. (Children 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult). Make'that a scoop of ■ ■ ■ July is National Ice Cream Month— not that we need an excuse to enjoy ice cream. Here, ranked In order, are the flavors we like best. Source International ice Cream Association Vanilla F ■■’Sí Fruit flavors (peach ~ strawberry, cherry, raspberry) 1 a 3 : Nut flavors (butter pecan, heavenly hash, rocky road, pistachio) Candy mix-ins (Heath Bar crunch, mint chip) Chocolate g ‘ Cookie and cake mix-ins “If you obey all the rules, you miss .all the fun.” Katharine Hepburn PRODUCE SPECIALS July31 - August 6 Whole Seeded Watermelon .40/kg .18/lb Long English Cucumbers $1.19 each Fresh Cantaloupe .86/kg .39/lb Fresh Peaches $2.18/kg .99/lb Large Tomatoes $1.30/kg .59/lb Cello Carrots 2 lb bag .89 each SENIORS NEWS; Our July Potluck dinner was a great success. Now watch for news of our August "Get Together" SENIORS TRAVEL NEWS: We are now booking for an outing to Waterton to the Olsen's Riverside Campground for supper and a program on Sat. Aug. 26th. The cost will be $20.00 each.If interested contact one of the travel committee; Baker's 758-3207, Doreen Alston 758-3281, Hazel Rasmussen 758-3545 or Margaret Leishman at 758-3241 SENIORS GAMES NITE - Alternate thur. night to the Bingo. Our next games nite will be Thurs. August 10th. at the Seniors Centre. The Sign Of An Exceptional Sales Associate. YOU CAN COUNT ON^ Left at the Southwest Block Party - Corelle Plates - 2 brown handled forks - blue serving spoon - mug - Canada Goose Call Bennetts 758-6222 (403) 752-3449 OR 327-5152 BUS (403) 752-3878 FAX, 758-3551 RES JACK ELLIOTT, BSc., MA. Sa'es Msooaie vj.u.biuia BANKeRQ COLDWELL BANKER HANCOCK LAND REAL ESTATE 52 BROADWAY N RAYMOND. AB TOK 2SO In a Bible class for young children, the pastor asked, “Now what do we mean by sins of omis­sion?” . Little Mary shot up her hand and answered, “Those are the sins we should have committed but didn’t” — Gulf Coast Cattleman They laid the unconscious man out on the station house floor. The rookie cop stood by as the doctor made his examina­tion. “This man’s been drugged," said the physician. The rookie cop nervously replied: "That’s right, sir. Must be all my fault. I drug him 6 blocks.” C 1994 CoU'^rll &anir; Corpora <wn EíkK Oftitc u an Irwlc^ivJcnih Q**neü and OpcTaied M emiri Brulecr >*T CnMvrll Bunker Aj'bliitcs CI HOME HARDWARE "HOME OF THE HANDY MAN" CERAMIC ON STEEL BLANCHE* 7 quart capaci 4017-156 CANNER ■1 quart, 7 jar capacity 4025-218-3# rappacity witht remo9vable perf7orated inse rt 16 BEAUTI-TONE INTERIOR/ EXTERIOR ACRYLIC GLOSS ENAMEL d d , d A scrubbable enamel for use on cupboards, woodwork, trim, doors, shutters, etc Formulated to withstand wear and exposure to severe weather conditions Available in ready mix or can be tinted 3 78 litres 1836-801 TO 892 FUJI 35MM 100 ISO COLOUR FILM 24 exposures. 5771-159 weather shield LATEX ACRKlfC CAULKING FUJI HO 120 VIDEO TAPES r 9802-984 I See package for great savings from Ticket Master,— DURACELL ALKALINE BATTERIES HOME PLUMBER SHOWER HEAD Saves water. With adjustable spray pattern. Fixed style 3267-191 EACH PARING KNIFE Wooden handle. 4137-160-20# GROCERY SPECIALS July 31 - August 6 Hamburgers or Hot Dog Buns 8 pk .88 each Western Family Marshmallows 400 g .88 each Western Classics Pop 12 pk $2.88 each Puritan Flaked Meat 184 g $1.48 each McCain Punches 1 litre .78 each Bick's Whole Dill Pickles 1 litre $2.48 each French's Squeeze Mustard 500 ml $1.88 each Bick's Relish 375 ml $1.58 each Heinz Tomato Ketchup 1 litre $2.98 each Hostess Ruffles Potato Chips 200 g $1.29 each Western Family Tomato Juice 1.36 litre $1.68 each Kellogg's Rice Krispies Cereal 350 g $2.48 each Christie Sun Ups Cereal Bars 300 g $2.78 each Western Classics Peanut Butter 500 g $1.98 each Western Family Orange Juice 1 litre .98 each William Tell Apple Juice 1 litre .68 each Betty Crocker Fruit Roll Ups no g $2.28 each Betty Crocker Dunkaroos Cookies 170 g $2.28 each Good Host Iced Tea Mix 750 g $2.98 each Value Priced Freeze Pops 60-100 pk $3.98 each Dairyland Yogurt 125 g 3 for .98 Dairyland Sour Cream 250 ml .88 each Dairyland Ice Cream 2 litre $3.98 each Western Family Bathroom Tissue 8 pk $2.98 each