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Evening star., 1923-12-31
Light Horse Collars.
To the Editor Of The Star:

To the Editor Of The Star:
The writer has noticed that quite
n number of horses owned by promi-
nent business firms are compelled to
suffer during the entire working day
because of cruelty tight collars and
torturesome check reins. Such tor
ture is unnecessary and senseless.
The horses try to tell their WOO by
biting at each other. tossing their
heads, trying to lift their collars with
their noses. and sometimes raising
their heads to Heaven as if implor-
ing mercy.
No horse should be compelled to
work in pain. From a business stand
point it is unwise. A horse is property
to be conserved. 1t is cheaper to buy
new collars (always large enough so
that a mans hand can be easily
placed between the bottom of the
collar and the horses neck) than TO
wear the animal out. to say nothing
of the cruelty involved
MRS. CARRIE X. HUNTINGTON
Evening star., 1923-12-31

Indiana had their heads together only
on the subject OF the democratic con-
vention. Brennan's support was
sought for New York's ambitions.
defended Chicagos claims. Now that
the republicans are going to Cieve-
land, Chicago looks upon herself as
the democrats certain choice.
Diplomatic Washington is eagerly
speculating over the real reason for
Sir Auckland Geddes sudden decision
to resign the British ambassadorship.
Less than q. month ago Geddes stated
in q London interview that his health
and eyesight were restored and that
he keenly anticipated the resumption
of his duties in the United States
early in 1924. His secretaries in
Washington had been SO informed.
One theory is that Sir Auckland fore
sees the early arrival Of labor gov
ernment in, Downing street and may
not have relished the prospect OF
serving under tho premiership and
foreign secretaryship Of Ramsay Mac
donald If Sir Esme Howard is sent
to Washington from Madrid his ap-
pointment will denote return to the
British tradition dtn1 Of sending 9drn,s, only
bssies. Bryce, Reading and Geddes
were not professionals
Gen. Dawes has date with Gen.
Pershing in Paris. They are cronies
of more than thirty years standing.
The comradeship dates from the days
they both lived in Lineoln--Dawes as
young lawyer and Pershing as a
military instructor at the University
of Nebraska. When it became neces-
sary for the A. T.. F. to have a gen.
eral purchasing agent in Europe Per-
shing Communicated the services of
his old friend. He and Dawes viii
take time to live over war days in
France before the American economic
experts begin unofficialiy to inquire
into reparations questions.
This observer. during week in
Chicago, was asked oftener about
Magnus Johnson than about any man
I'm Washington except Calvin Cool
idge. Johnson's Gridiron dinner story
of the "fifty-fifty" rabbit sausage has
reached the west and apparently es
tablished his reputation as a humor-
list. He may expect to be invited to
match wits with George Ade at In
diana Society dinners any time now.
Copyright 1921
Evening star., 1923-12-31
Radio Pipes of Pan
To the Sheep Herder

|, The existence of Robinson Crusoe.
before the appearance Of the COM
panionabIe Friday, was no more lone
some than that of the sheep. herder.
Men not equipped mentally for
solitude. an appreciation Of nature, or
ia stolid Indifference to their condi-
ton, have gone insane because the
hills and the trees refused to talk. and
at tho sound Of their own voices.
The modern sheep herder hears con-
certs He listens to stories and the
news OF the day. Many a man in his
CITY home is no better informed as
to what is going on, and this is be-
cause SOME one has thought of the
idea of fastening radio receiving set
on the chuck wagon.
Pan found company in his pipes.
The romantic shepherd played flute
or sang. In this passing year 1923
there are sheep herders in Wyoming
who sit beside the wagon of an
evening and listen to the world.
F=oakland Tribune s .--
Evening star., 1923-12-31
The Ship Board Problem.

Two proposals contained in the
memorandum relating to the Ameri-
can overseas merchant marine sub
tor Jones of Washington, chairman
of the Senate committee on commerce,
appear to be absolutely essential if
the government-owned boats and ship
ping lines are to be maintained. They
are to have the operation of the ves-
sells placed under single, central
authority, and for the construction of
new and more adequate, tonnage.
Senator Jones in his Recommended
tions to the President calls attention
to the fact that the United States
Shipping Board, composed of seven
members, each with an equal vote,
was not intended by Congress to con.
duct shipping lines any more than the
Interstates Commerce Commission was
intended to run railroads. 1t was in
tended to occupy just such position
toward shipping as the Interstate
Commerce Commission occupies to-
ward the railroads, to be an adjuster
of rates, to prevent Determinations,
etc.
But the Shipping Board has sought
more and more to go directly into the
operation and administration Of the
government feet. In a business that
requires quickness Of decision, details
clog the ways while the board argues
and votes. A chairman OF the Ship
ping Board is held responsible by the
administration and by the American
people FOR the operation of the mer
chant fleet, and he is given one vote
against six. How different from a di-
rctorate Of great industrial and pri-
vately owned corporation, where the
chairman Is placed in control by the
owners to control.
AS Senator Jones says in his memo
randum to the President, there have
been many criticisms of the existing
methods of handling the ships. and
The, critics have urged that their opera,
Evening star., 1923-12-31
The. Maryland-District
MOtOr-License War

To the Editor of The Star:
Kindly alloy me to expess a per-
sonal opinion that the general pub
lie is entitled to know the primary
fight which has caused so much i'll
feeling between Maryland and Dis
trict residents the last few years, and
I believe that The Star may advance
it's good services on this question by
expounding the brief statement given
below.
In view of the renewed discussion
and the plausible arguments which
are being forwarded, 1 have noticed
that no one has gone to the root of
the controversy to decide the case on
it's merits.
Having lived in both Maryland and
the District, as well as in other To-
calities, 1 feel that my view of this
question is unprejudiced, and L am
convinced that a review or the MS
tory of this "cat-and-dog fight" will
show that the. whole trouble started
on the Maryland side of the line when
their automobile license fees were in
creased out of proportion to those re-
Quired by the District.
Maryland residents at that time
came to the District and bought their
tags. The Maryland authorities being
unable to keep their own people in
hand. admitted their failure by In
stituting arbitrary regulations, deny
ing recognition of District tags In
their state.
This action was as unjust as it was
arbitrary, since it penalized a large
group of non-residents for the eva
sion and offenses of a few Maryland
residents.
Naturally, the District residents
protested and have continued to pro-
test ever since, and, naturally, again,
having no voice in their own govern
ment. their protests have been un-
Needed.
When the congressional fathers of
the District can direct their energies
toward this more or. less trivial mat
ter. perhaps relief will come.
All of us who believe in clean
sportsmanship and justice to all sin
cerely hope that Congress may force
Maryland ITO withdraw its assumed
power and apologize to all those who
have been meekly bearing this un-
savory load.
If Maryland wishes to retain her
sovereign authority as a state she
should be required to deal with her
own citizens at home and not on
federal territory.
otherwise. let Congress pass an au
form taxes and uniform regulations
in all states.
SYLVAN ]. CRooKER.
Evening star., 1923-12-31
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS
BY FREDERIC j. HAsKlN
q. Are all animals natural swim

+ -
@. Are all animals natural swim
mers?-F. F.
A. According to the best authori-
ties, all animals, excepting man,
monkeys and perhaps the three-to toed
sloth, either swim naturally or go
through the motions of swimming
when suddenly immersed in water.
There are, however. several animals
that, although they swim naturally.
drown as they swim. This is the case
with rabbits, mice, moles and the
smaller cats, drowning being the re-
suit OF the fur becoming saturated.
NJ. = W. What is split ini'nitiVe'-
4. A split infinitive" is one in
which an adverb is. introduced be-
tween the word "to" and the verb
form, such as ito heartily laugh. "
tion states that the word ito" as
used with the infinitive is not to be
classed as a proposition. 1t is an in
tegral part of the infinitive and hence
should not be separated from the verb
form.
Q. Have the pictures Of any Ameri-
cans been used on Philippine postage
stamps?-W. l.. p.
A. The portraits of seven Ameri-
cans have appeared on stamps of the
Philippine Islands: Washington,
Gen. III. w. Lawton. Rear Admiral
Sampson and Admiral Dewey.
Q. What is the real name Of Sax
Rohmer?-T. p.
A. Sax Rohmer is the pseudonyrfl
ne hy-ft tel
@. How can concrete floor be
given a smooth finish?-H. w.
A 1t can be treated with paraffin
wax dissolved in turpentine, followed
by a coating of powdered wax work
as a wooden floor is waxed and pol
ished. Another method that might
be employed would be coating the
surface of the floor with liquid soap.
which is worked up into a lather and
rubbed into the floor by means of a
casional application of powdered
soap on the floor would serve to keep
the surface in good shape. 1t might
be that several applications of liquid
soap would be necessary before the
surface is filled sufficiently to pro-
vide smooth finish which would be
satisfactory.
Q. What tests may be applied to
determine whether a stone is dia-
mond d?-H. F.
A. The geological survey says that
the ordinary tests to determine the
genuineness of diamond are to test
its specific gravity, hardness and re-
fractive index. When further proof
is desired the stone is burned in an
atmosphere of hydrogen. An ordi-
nary fire will not affect diamond If
only the atmosphere of the air is
present. Diamonds are the hardest
substance known.
@. What is the position Of an alien
in this country on taking out first
American papers? Is he considered
American or 6Ses he retain his own
nationality until such time as he
takes out the second papers?-S-
It. w.
A. An alien is not considered an
American citizen until he has re-
ceived his final naturalization papers.
Q. Where was the ZR Shenandoah
built?-A. NJ.
A. The airship Shenandoah was de-
signed by the Navy Department,
fabricated by the naval aircraft fac
tory of Philadelphia and assembled
and erected at the naval air station,
Lakeflurst, n. J. 1t IS American
built. throughout and is operated by
American Navy personnel.
Evening star., 1923-12-31
Prosperity in 1928.

When, as the Federal Reserve Board
reports for 1928, the American people
produce more, spend more and save
more than in the year preceding it
may be considered that the nation is
in fair way of substantial prosperity.
That is the summary of conditions as
stated by the board, which has means
of knowing the details of the economic
situation throughout the country.
To produce more goods means ex-
recitation of increased buying. That
this expectation was realized is shown
by the statement that the people spent
more in the closing year than they
did in the year past. But with all
this spending, to absorb the greater
volume of production, there was in
creased saving in the form of actual
savings deposits and in investments
A more wholesome condition could not
be asked.
1t is noted in the boards report
that throughout the year the business
attitude has been one of watchfulness,
but at the same time there has been
continued industrial activity during
the autumn months. There has, in
short, been no overproduction such as
a few years ago caused a serious dis
arrangement of economic conditions
and started costly reaction which
fortunately was checked before it
gained momentum. This attitude on
the part of business has tended to
stabilize trade and industry.
1t is important to note that growth
in credits used by member banks has
been greater in the agricultural dis
tricts than in the industrial districts.
This shows both need of money and,
in effect, the supply of money to the
farming areas. That the farmers
have been supplied through the ex-
tension of credits may be regarded
as a sign that a crisis in their situa-
tion has been passed.
The real test of business activity
Is in the retail trade, which was larger
for each month in 1928 than in 1922
The total of the department store sales
for the first ten months of the year
exceeded those for the corresponding
period of last year by 13 per cent
Improved transportation facilities
permitted a speedier and more eco-
nomical distribution Of goods, and it is
a matter of qualification to note the
volume of railroad traffic was the larg-
est on record. This is in part due to
the fact that there was a larger phys
ical volume of agricultural produc-
tion than during the previous pre-
ceding year, and at the same time it
1t important to note that at the pre-.
vailing level Of farm prices the total
value of. the years crop is about IL
per cent above that of 1922.
In one item of increased production
there is occasion for thought. The
years output of automobiles will be
nearly 100000, an increase Of more
than so per cent over last year. This
means an expenditure of an immense
sum of money in one direction alone
and involves the employment of a
great army of people in the fabrica-
ton and distribution of motor cars.
Taken altogether. the review of the
Federal Reserve Board is a most
hopeful ssSn of substantial, enduring
prosperity and is practical New
Year age to the American people.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

& y Z 80 = . e
man who was challenged won the
milk bout by pint.
1t would be interesting to have
the opinions of the dairy,nen at Sol
diers' Home. opinions OF men VINO
know how to milk cows. as to
whether Senator johnson and Secre-
tary Wallace are really worth their
salt as milk hands. or whether they
sat on milkstools- in the presence OF
two cows just for pictorial purposes.
Senator Johnson says that Secretary
Wallace may beat him by pint in
a milking match, but that he can
waIlop him at chopping and splitting
wood. and we will probably have
another athletic contest between these
pastoral gladiators.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

full fall of snow on top and on the
running boards, indicating ll-night
parking without shelter. Soon we are
to have gasoline tax 1t is a pity
that this tax cannot be- made to ap-
ply only to those who drive reckless
ly or excessively. There are some
who have motor mania; they prac-
tically live in their cars, run reck-
lessly and crowd the streets unneces-
sarily. THOS. w. GILMER
Evening star., 1923-12-31
Motor Problems.
the Editor of The Star:

To the Ed1tor OF The Stur.
Automobiles are now. so numerous
that parking space ins the business
section is far from being sufficient.
Garage space also Is lacking for a
great many. On the morning after a
recent snowstorm about 20 per cent
Of the cars seen on the streets had the
Evening star., 1923-12-31

The quest of the missing link"
still goes on. Many scientists declare
that man while more closely related
to apes than to other animals is not a
descendant. However, the missing
link idea is more picturesquely enter
tanning. 1t is to be regretted that
there, are no simians sufficiently intel
llgent TO appreciate the compliment
and perhaps assist the research.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

The volume Of freight traffic handled
in 1923 was nearly 80 per cent greater
than that handled in 1922. The rail-
roads, though subject to much criti.
cism, are still doing something for
their country.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

Mexico has been unable to formu-
sufficient local Endorsement to take
her out Of the market for arms and
ammunition.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

If every United States official who
claims to know all about the farmers
cares is called on to demonstrate his
ability to milk cows the S. p. C. A.
may have to be called in.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

1t is fortunate for candidates that
not every state in the Union demands
as much exclusive attention as South
Dakota.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

His position in politics is still strong
enough to claim respectful considera-
ton for any suggestions Mr.. Henry
Ford may have to offer for the G.. o.
p. band wagons 1924 model.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

The demand for automobiles next
year will be unprecedented. 1t is small
wonder that a motor manufacturer
finds it necessary to limit the time he
can devote to politics.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

So many large issues are looming
up that unless Col. Bryan keeps the
subject under agitation the country is
likely to lose sight Of evolution.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

Claims to recognition by the soviet
government are based largely on re-
minders' that it does not at all resem-
BILE its former self.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

Whisky crossed the Canadian border
disguised as sardine shipments. This
is one fish story that is true if not
very entertaining.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

The Associated Press is exclusively entitled
to the for republication Of all news dis
patches credited TO il or not otherwise credited
n this paper and also the local news pub
lished herein. All rights of publication OF
special dispatches herein are also reserved.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

The New Year bootleg salesman
never turns over a new leaf.
Evening star., 1923-12-31
The Tables Turned .

Does your wife still give you
Christmas cigars?'
mo" answered Mr.. Meekton. ST
overheard Henrietta making fun OF
the cigarettes with which ! presented
her"
Evening star., 1923-12-31
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANpER JOHNSON.

Undiscrimination.
A happy New Year we bespeak
For all our fellow men:
Yet in the list we ought to seek
Exceptions now and then.
The burglar and the gunman who
Go prowling through the map
Why should they share the greeting
due
To deserving chap?
A sentiment of generous glee
Is fraught with pleasure great
But it grows valueless when we
Do not discriminate.
Evening star., 1923-12-31
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Evening star., 1923-12-31
New Year Resolution.

Are you expecting any disorder on
New York;"
mo, STR" answered Cactus Joe. "In
order to preserve the Guich's reputa-
ton % q peaceable community we
have all decided to leave home an
give Snake Ridge few lessons in
how to make another start in life." .
Evening star., 1923-12-31

Some folks, said Uncle Eben.
will have happy New Year. and
others will jes' barely manage to git
over Chrjstmas:;'
Evening star., 1923-12-31
Proof.

Proof.
"Will this investigation you propose
prove anything?"
"Yes," answered Senator Sorghum;
'it will at least prove to the public
that we are willing to take notice of
things and talk them over
Jud Tunkins says the temperature
always goes down as predicted, but
it's different with the price Of coal.
New Year Eve.
Prosperity begins to shine;
The business outlook's bright;
For everywhere I want to dine
They boost the price tonight.
Evening star., 1923-12-31

@. Where was the ZR Shenandoah
built?-A. NJ.
A. The airsbip Shenandoah was de-
signed by the Navy Department,
fabricated by the naval aircraft fac
tory of Philadelphia and assembled
and erected at the naval air station,
Lakehurst, N j. 1t IS American
built. throughout and is operated by
American Navy personnel.
Imperial Valley press., 1923-12-13
PERSONALS

E. N. Smith, Mrs. r. L. Bliss and
WIS. Holbrook of this city were
stopping at the King Edward hotel
Los Angeles, last week.
Among the guests registered at
the Rosslyn Hotel, Los Angeles,
last week were E. w. Vessey, Dr
+. P. Brockett, and A. w. Hill, OF
this city.
Mrs. Gordon Schneider of Holt
vile was noted in the city this
morning.
Jay Dutter of Los Angeles is here
in the interest OIL the milk nutrition
campaigns of the California Dairy
Council. 81,
Mrs. Roy Thompson of Calexico
was an FL Centre visitor. yesterday
Mrs. William Duke, whose hus
band is one of the engineers in
charge of the paving work on Ahe
Yuma road, was in the city IRON
the camp yesterday.
G.. w. Casteel of Los An"eles anl
A. B. Casteel of Great, Falls, Mon
tana, are here in the city for a
week s business trip.
Miss Viola Peters of Holtville was
noted in town yesterday.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. c. Shanks aid
family of Brawley were here yestcr+
day. B d
Imperial Valley press., 1923-12-13
SOUTHERN PLAY
A REAL SUCCESS

The livcliest and nMt ENJOYABLE
performance seen inGLeentro for
the past year was given by 'the
players of "In Old Kentucky -
at the Palace last night. Music
as provided by an orchestra
composed of coioreG men and by
band which rendered southern
airs i'm a splendid manner.
Miss Ruth Stonehouse as the
Kentucky mountain girl made de-
cided hit by her spontaneous ac|-
ing. Dainty and vivid to an usual
degree her work stood out from
among the efforts of the cast, who
all were well-cllOsen for their roles.
Miss Stonehouse for several years
starred in motion pictures as has
Wharton James who so delightfully."-
played the part of Colonel b San
dusky Doolittle. James has taken
character leads in feature films with
such important personages as Doug
las Fairbanks and Julian EltInge,
as well as producing several pie
lures under his owrJ direction" lie
has a leading place in Belasco s
latest picture ''1he Silent Witness y
which has not yet been released.
While the stage settings might
have been moe aptly chosen the
ccstuming of the cast was treat
with its noticeable appropriateness
and freshness. The company left
today for { Yuma engagement and
it is to be regretted that Their
stay was so brief.
Imperial Valley press., 1923-12-13
NOTICE TO BUILDING
CONTRACTORS

Pursuant to resolution OF the
Board of Supervisors, of the County
of Imperial, State of California, di-
recting this notice, the undersigned,
Clerk of the County of Imperial, in.
vites and viii receive, for said
Board of Supervisors, at his office,
in the County Court House of the
County, of Imperial, at FL Centre,
California, up to IL o'clock a. nj.
OF December IT, 1923, sealed pro-
posals or bids for furnishing the
materials and labor required for
the carpentry contract of the new
County Court House of Irnpcrial
County, in accordance with the APP
proved plans and specification
thereof by Don w. Wells and Ralph
Swearingen, Associate Architects Of
FL CeItro and Calexico respectively;
said contract beiug Contract No. 2
Imperial Valley press., 1923-12-13
NOTICE 20 ol.EDITORS

Estate of John G. Morrison, De-
ceased.
Notice is hereby given by the un-
dersigned Administrator of the es-
tate of John G. Morrison, deceased,
to the Creditors of, and all persons
having claims against the said de-
ceased, to exhibit the same with the
necessary vouchers. within four
months after the first publication
Of this notice to the said Admins
traitor at the office of Harry W..
Horton, Attorney for said estate and
said Administrator, in the County
Court House, in FL Centre. Cal.
Dated Nov. 20. 1923.
S. II. MORRISON,
Administrator of the Estate of
John c. Morrison, Deceased.
Harry w. Horton. Attorney for
said Administrator.
Nov 81 % Dee 5 IL 10
Imperial Valley press., 1923-12-13
Wonaan's Interests
Merry Birthday Party
for TlUO Local Girls

The home of Mr.. and Mrs. Fritz
Anderson, 204 Eighth street, was the
scene of merry party last evening
when Mrs. Anderson, assisted by
Mrs. Lewis Morris, entertained in
honor of the birthdays of Miss Isa-
bella La frankie and Miss Lucille
Morris.
The house was decorated in
Christmas style, mistletoe and poin-
settias being prettily combined.
Games, music and dancing were en-
ioyed throughout the evening. A
three course menu was served at q
late hour in the dining room where
Il Christmas tree and cakes aflame
with candles carried out the holiday
spirit.
Those enjoying the Jolly evening
were the Misses isabelle IaFrankie,
Josephine La frankie, Lucille Nor
ris, Marjorie Morris, Mesdames j.
Fowler, w. A. Marshall, Amelia La
frankie, and Messrs. Tom Morris,
Hugh Fowler, Victor Berry Kenneth
Conerly and Fritz Anderson.