The times., 1899-05-21

NOTES AND QUERIES.
When did Mr.. Gladstone die7 D. D.
May 10. 1895.
What kin is man to his FIST cousins ehildreni
He is their second cousin.
What was the date Of the battle Of Fl Sansyi
July l, 1898.
When and where was the peace treaty between
MEXICO @he 'he United States sisneda J. D.
At the village of Guadalupe Hidalgo.
Mexico. February 2, is4s.
With whom did the twelve signs ., the Zodiac
originated PENCII..
These are supposed to have originated
with the Egyptians and to refer to divis-
ions of seasons.
In which month do hailstOnus generally ocs.rF'
They belong to the summer months and
to humid weather. In most localities Au-
gust brings more than any other one
month.
Who we're the American Peace Conmiss'oners2
, When was the Treaty signed? EAD.
William r. Day, Cushman X. Davis. Will
liam p. Frye. Whiteiaw Reid. and George
Gray. 9. December 10, 1898.
What is the record for steamship spcedF
JAo
I ha
ed mile IN two minutes and three sec
onds in 1884. This may have been beaten,
but we do not find record of it.
Is there any boundary fixed between the Indian
Ocean and the Paciieg TIT
No: there is no definite boundary, though
the parallel that stretches from the south
ermost point OF Australia and passes over
the Islands OF St Paul and Amsterdam is
considered its southern boundary. This is
about 3S degrees south.
In what year did Stokes kill Fisk, and where is
| Stokes now? NJ ; p
Edward S. Stokes killed James Fisk. ir.
in New York city on January 6. 1872; or
rather, he shot him then and Fisk died
the next day. Stokes is living in New
York city.
Who was the first man to discover cervera's
fleet escaping from Santiago Hzrbor?
ANXIOUS BOY.
Lieut. NJ. L. Bristol. of the Texas. was
originally credited with the feat. but the
entire American fleet was so quickly aware
| OF the enemy's movement that discovery
from other ships was nearly simultaneous.
How many and what substances were recognized
| as elements in the days Of Aristotle? . Is th.
| name OF Palestine scriptural? 3. Was there a
noted poet born in Dublin May 2s ls90! VIII.
Four; earth, air. fire. water. 9 The
word occurs four times in the Old Testa-
ment. 8. Thomas Moore was born at Dub
lin. May Is. 1850, and is probably the man
you mean.
Is Monte Carlo included in Italy? All.
No. Monaco, of which Monte Carlo is
town, is the smallest independent prin-
cipaiity of Europe. Though only eight
square miles in area and containing but
| IL, 900 Inhabitants. il has a standing army
and it, own coinage and postage stamps.
1t is practically surrounded by the French
department OF Alpes-M -MaritImes.
What is the relative strength Of sandow CON-
pared with the average mani FoGY.
His muscular strength may be three
times that of an average man. possibly
more, We cannot say. He is shapeIy. his
muscles are developed showily and he is
a model professional strong man from
showman's standpoint. Many less comely
men are stronger we think.
Is there anyone living who can hold out
dumbbell at aIm's length weighing 800 pounds7
H. o.
We do not think so, and we cannot find
any record of such feat. The dumb-bell
becomes a bar bell at about 2S5 pounds.
and the practice of the professional
| < tn ha har hall trfrn
both hands to the height of the shoulders,
and then to push it straight up.
For what purpose did the delegates from twelve
| States meet in Philadelphia May 25, 1852 What
| was the result? INQJ ISITiON.
Delegates from twelve States-all the
States but Rhode Island-met in Philadel-
phia, May IA, 1887. as directed by Congress.
to revise and amend the Articles OF Con-
federation. The session continued until
September H. The result was the Consti-
tuition of the United States.
Can one determine with certainty the intensity
of an approaching storm by means OF the harum-
eter? j. y ".
No: Interpretation OF the records of ba-
roneters is almost science in ITSELF and
an uncertain one at that. The very reading
of the Instruments record, to get it ac-
curately, is a matter of much nicely. The
most common eHect on tne barometer OF an
approaching tornado would be rapid
changes or quick falling, which would not
give long notice Of the storm.
Can the President of the United States be ar
rested for any crime while holding Office. must
he first be impeached? ENQUIRER.
The President of the United States Is
subject to the laws OF the United States
The Constitution says (Article H. section
~: The President, Vice President and
all civil officers Of the United States shall
be removed from office on impeachment
for and conviction of treason, bribery or
other high crimes and misdemeanors." It
is not possible TO outline the preliminary
proceedings in the case you state.
What can you tell me about Helen Keller, her
life, talents. and education! C. II.
She is blind and deaf, and only nineteen
years old, but a girl whose accomplish
ments go away beyond those of any other
person similarly afflicted. AT six she was
an untaught, unruly child; now she is pro-
ficient in most high school studies and I
model of good behavior. Magazine and
newspaper writer's have frequently record
ed her progress, and the latest acquire
ments noted are typewriting in Greek and
English, geometry, algebra, and chess
playing. She is really n genius.
Was the Confederate ironclad Merrinac covered
with railroad iron, as stated by some historiaHs7
II so, how We're the rails secured TO the sides
Of the vessel! y.
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