The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1924-01-19
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Is the Government Of In
dianapolis carried on under the
laws of the State or under its
own laws?
State laws IN a general way govern
the city and there are many State
laws applying specifically to In
dianapolis. The city council may
enact ordinances with the effect Of
law that are not in conflict with State
laws or with the Constitution of the
State or OF the United States.
Is 1t true. or merely fiction, that
It is possible to heat whole towns
from geysers ard hot springs?
1t is reported in a scientific
magazine that plans are being made
to heat Iceland with hot water taken
from geysers and hot springs within
a mile Of the capital, Heyk javik. The
waters will be brought to the city in
wooden pipes, connecting with all
the buildings. thus eliminating to a
great extent, the use of coal for fuel.
How can paint be removed from
tile floors?
BY washing with g solution Of
caustic soda, followed by the use of
plain water. If the soda stains the
tile at all. a rinse OF diluted ammonia
will remove the spots. the ammonia
to be washed off with clean water.
How many eggs are laid by
female Goldfish"
More than 100000.
What is "denatured alcohol"
In 1907 Congress passed a law pro-
viding that no internal revenue tax
need be paid on alcohol intended for
use as fuel or for Illuminating Dur
poses, or other mechanical employ
ment. But to avoid taxation, the
alcohol must be rendered unfit for
drinking by the addition Of such sub
stances as wood alcohol, pyridin,
benzola sulphurlc ether or animal
oil Thus treated, it is spoken of as
"denatured."
What is a good formula for fur
niture polish?
One part raw Inseed oil and two
parts of turpentine; add small
amount of beeswax.
What is the chemical name for
salt?
Sodium chloride.
What is the legend of the
origin of echoes?
In Greek mythology, Echo was a
nymph who fell in love with Mar
| cIssus. and because he did not re-
ciprocate her affection, she pinned
away until nothing was left but her
voice.
How long have diamonds been
known and valued as jewels?
Diamonds were worn as jewels lin
the rough) in India 5000 years ago.
India was the source of supply. until
diamonds were discovered in Brazil
about 100. Brazil remained the
largest producer until the diamond
mines Of Africa were discovered 1859.
What is the per capita expendi-
ture for postage in the United
States per year and what are the
receipts for postage?
The average per capita expenditure
for postage for the fiscal year end
ing June 80, 1928, was $425. The
| receipts for the same period were
SAFE, 007 1887.
What were the teams in the
+ Federal Baseball League in 1887
indianapolis. Cleveland. st. Louis,
Chicago, Kansas City and Pittsburgh.
Does the Canadian government
impose a duty on camping equip
ment, kodaks and equipment re-
quired on a two-weeks' camping
trip to Canada?
Tourists travelling to Canada must
register when they cross the boundary
line. This registration entities them
to a thirty-day stay without paying
duty. All campaign equipment is ex-
empt from duty charges.