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Evening star., 1924-10-15

point Of view cruelty and barbarity
were committed against men in the
name of the law, and that all the
rigors Of the law did not wipe out
crime. The soft treatment" school
has come to have a vogue. 1t is popu-
tar. but perhaps it goes to the ex.
treme. 1t may be that while justice
100 or 500 years ago was blood
thirsty goddess, today she inclines too
far toward gentleness. It is a perplex.
ing question that must be left to the
Judges. But stealing an automobile is
such an easy crime to commit. has
become a common crime and often
causes more loss to a man than a
burglar would cause him by carrying
off his household goods, that 1t might
be good plan to keep convicted auto
mobile thieves under guard for a rea-
sonable time. 1t may not cure the
thief OF being a thief and 1t may not
make the stealing Of automobiles a
lost art, but 1t may help some.
Evening star., 1924-10-15
Automobile Thieves.

In sentencing two convicts for steal
ing an automobile and joy-4ding jus.
tice Siddonss said that. he will deal
severely with all cases Of this char
acter which come before him for sen.
tence." There Is no objection on the
public's part to a Tightening up in
the administration Of the law and in
giving to convicts the punishment
provided by law. A larger measure Of
"sternness" In the courts might help
to reduce the number Of criminals.
There il a school Of thought which
teaches that offenders be punished
lightly and treated as men who have
temporarily gone astray and who may
be recalled to rectitude by kindness.
There has been q wide swing in popu
lar approval Of that theory. It is ad.
mittcd that long ago from the present
Evening star., 1924-10-15
Editors Divided Again
On League Protocol

ed States. "the negotiations at Cen
eva promise an immense insurance of
our national interest ana national
safety"
There are several things that COM
bine to make this new treaty signifi-
can't" in the opinion of the Rochester
TimesUnion independently, which
holds that "in the first place, it is the
product of the free, untrammeled de-
liberations of the statesmen of vir-
tually the whole world. The
powers at Geneva have not only ban
ned aggressive war, but they have set
up coercive machinery to punish the
aggressor. All these decisions repre-
sent a solid gain. There is still much
work to be done. But the very fact
that such an agreement can be formu-
ated is of happy augury." In re-
gard to the amendment that has
caused so much criticism, the Knox
vile Sentinel independent Demo-
cratic) insists 'it would be absurd to
imagine that the nations of Europe,
which are as jealous of their ma
uonalities as we are of ours, and espe-
cially that Great Britain and her do
minions of Canada, Australia and
others, which are more vitality con-
cerned in the immigration subject
than we are, would have even tenta-
lively agreed to approve the protocol
If it permitted Japan to obtrude that
issue into the jurisdiction of the
league"
In fact, all that has happened at
Geneva confirms the belief of the
New York Times Independent Demo-
cratic) that 'if the league had not
existed 1t would have had to be in
vented, and that it stands today be-
fore the world stronger and giving
greater promise than ever" Regard
less of practical obstacles in the
way" the Richmond News-Leader
independent Democratic) is sure
agreement on protocol and it's sub
mission to the powers are together
the most hopeful effort in the direc-
ton of world peace that has been
made since most public men lost their
idealism in the reaction that came
during the peace conference" The
millennium has not arrived" con-
tinues the Newark News Gndepend-
ent), and war has not been COM
pletely abolished; but a new proceed
ure for the amicable settlement of
disputes has been devised so COM
its requirements and so versatile in
its means of adjudication that war is
made more remote and more difficult
than any one had dreamed it could
be-" The st. Louis Post-Dispatch Gin
dependenD believes the protocol Of
fers a fulfl1ment at last of the hope
of all humanity for the outlawing of
war.
Discounting overenthusiastic COM
mendations, the Houston Chronicle
independently does not doubt that
at the end of nearly six years the
leading statesmen of Europe are seri-
| ously and honestly trying to avoid
war in the future" And while the
protocol may require amendments and
additions. the Dayton News (inde-
pendent Democratic) concludes "the
fact remains that this protocol of the
fifth assembly represents a mighty
| stride along the rocky road that leads
to peace"
Evening star., 1924-10-15

City. Long before The Star reaches
its readers today the membership will
no doubt be riding at her. fnooring
mast at Lakehurst, and the memora-
BILE voyage from Friedrichshafen.
Germany. will be ended. -. /,
Reports yesterday morning showed
that the ZR.3 was in latitude As
north and longitude A west, that
point being something more than
midway between the Azores and New
York and over the New York -Gibral-
tar steamship lane. High wind was
reported west in that course, and the
ZR-3 felt the east edge Of the wind
flow. To find calmer weather her
navigator changed the ships course,
ran away from the heavy wind area
and into fog of the northeast coast.
From Germany down to the Bay of
Biscay and out to the Azores, 1t was
plansed to cross to Bermuda and sail
north to the Virginia Capes. More
than half way from the Azores to
the American coast the ship headed
northwest and entered America of
Boston.
The change Of plan made 1t impos-
sible that the ZR-3 should pass over
Washington on her way to Lake
hurst, but with this famous ship
under the ownership Of the Ameri.
can Government we shall see her
often in the Washington sky. The
cruise of the ZR-3 is one of the re-
markable events in air navigation,
and millions of people feel a thrill of
satisfaction that the great voyage
has been safely made.
Evening star., 1924-10-15
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHIL.ANDER JOHNSON.
Paramount Topic,

Paramount Topic.
Got to mention politics,
AS all patriots should.
Got to study all the tricks
Turned for Ill or good.
Must proceed to ponder well
Problems great or small.
Though we'd rather, truth to tell,
Talk about base ball!
'Mongst the puzzles Of finance
And taxation's gloom,
'Mongst predictions that enhance
Fears Of dismal gloom,
Through the wintry eventide a..
Pleasures we'll recall,
And with hope as we'll as pride
Talk about base ball.
Evening star., 1924-10-15
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS
BY FREDERIC ]. HASKIN.

Q. How many people were killed
by automobiles last year?-G. A.
A. The National Safety Council says
the number of automobile fatalities
for the year 1923 in the United States
has not been determined, but the
with an additional 1850 which oc-
CURED at grade crossings. making an
approximate total OF 17,450.
Q. What department preceded the
Bureau of Standards?-G. A. E.
A. The National Bureau of STAN
dards was established by act of Con-
gress approved March 81, 1901, which
became effective July 1, 1901. Before
that time it was the Office of Stand
ard Weight and Measures of the
Treasury Department.
Q. What is meant by neutral cor
ners in prize ring?-F. N.
A. The two unoccupied corners are
the neutral corners.
Q. At this season when one reads
SO much of Mediterranean cruises, ]
am wondering If you can tell me the
name of the first steamer to make
such a trip.-A. N. S.
A. You will recall the Quaker City,
immortalized by Mark Twain in In
nocents Abroad" This was the first
steamer to attempt such a cruise.
Q. Are members of the Canadian
Parliament paid a salary?-T. B.
A. Members of both houses are
paid. In Great Britain only members
of the House of Commons receive re-
muneration.
Q. What are naval stores" and
where are they produced in this coun-
try?-N. s. T.
A. Spirits of turpentine. rosin, tar
and pitch constitute what is known in
commerce as naval stores. These COM
modities are produced in this country
entirely from the longleaf and slash
pines of the South. The industry en-
ploys between 10000 and $4,000 men.
Savannah, Jacksonville, Pensacola,
Mobile and New Orleans are the chief
shipping ports. The annual crop of
naval stores is produced in North
Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia,
Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louis
lana and Texas.
Q. Is there any treatment which
will waterproof wood?-W. w.
A. The Forest Products Laboratory
knows of no treatment which will
absolutely waterproof wood. Thor
OuBn treatment with cOal-tdr CreO-
sote will reduce the tendency tc
change moisture content to some
extent, but will not prevent such
changes. AS a measure to prevent
decay waterproofing is not necessary
and thorough treatment with coal
tar creosote will be satisfactory
Q. What is gallic acid?-G. A. F.
A. 1t is an organic acid that ex-
lists ready formed in small quantities
in gallnuts. in Chinese tea. in valonia,
in sumac and other vegetable prod
ucts. Gallo acid has also been pre-
pared artificially by chemical meth
DDS 1t is colorless substance, crys-
tallizing in the form of silky needles
that are soluble in cold water. This
acid will reduce the salts Of gold, sill
yer and platinum and has been en-
ployed in developing photographs. 1t
is also used in medicines.
Q. Was Buffalo Bill" ever called
Pahaska?-B. B. McC.
A William F. Cody, whom we
knew as Buffalo Bill" was called
Pahaska by the Indians. meaning
long hair"
Q. Does a captain in the Army
receive the same pay as a captain
in the Navy?
A. The rank of captain in the
Evening star., 1924-10-15

Army is not the same as captain in
the Navy. An Army captain and a
Navy senior lieutenant receive the
same salary, while the pay Of an
| Army colonel and a Navy captain is
the same.
Q. Was muslin goods named for
person or a place?-W. n. G.
A Muslin Is an Eastern word de-
rived from Mosul, city in Mesopo-
tamia. on the River Tigris. It was
applied to kind of light cotton
goods OF open texture made In that
city. In the Middle Ages, Marco Polo
| reported that caravans from Mosul
brought goods of great fineness to
Eastern markets, whence they were
| ributed to Europe. The finest ma
terial from Mosul was so delicate that
an entire breadth could be drawn
through 1ady's ring.
@. What will remove mercury from
| old mirrors IN. B. S.
A. The Bureau of Standards SAYS
| nitric acid should be used to remove
| the old mercury from old mirrors
| only If they were made in the days
| when tin amalgam was used. For
| the more modern mirrors it sug-
gests that you try one of the re-
| ducing solutions used in photogra-
|
| potassium ferricyanide (red prussiate
| of potash).
@. What river in the United States
! is known as the Dardanelles of the
New World *. F. S.
A. The Detroit River is sometimes
| referred to by that name.
Q. What kind of grass is it that
| Luther Burbank developed corn from?
E. d. NJ.
A. Luther Burbank's experiments
according to reports, were made with
wild teosinte grass.
Q. How many subtreasuries are
| there in the United States?-G. E. F.
| A. The subtreasuries of the United
states have been discontinued and
the work taken over by the Federal
| Reserve banks There were nine
subtreasuries, located in the follow
ing cities: Philadelphia, New York,
New Orleans, Boston, St Louis, Bal
timore, Chicago, Cincinnati and San
Francisco.
| Q. How much current does an
electric fat iron consume?-C. W. H
A. Electric irons come in weights
of 3. 4, and pounds. The lightest
consumes about $50 watts and the
|
iron is probably the one most popu-
| lar.
Q. In poker, can the last card be
dealt by any one?-A- G. T.
A The last card of the pack must
| not be dealt When only two cards
| remain and more than one is asked
for. they must be mixed with the
discards and abandoned hands, shut
| fed and cut. Discards of those who
have not yet drawn cards must not
be gathered
| Q. I have an oil stove In which
| the wick holders have become so
charred with carbon that the wicks
will not turn up. What will remove
| it?-C. P. L
| A There is no solvent for carbon
| Unless the carbon in your wick
holders can be removed mechanically,
it will be necessary to purchase new
| holders.
| (HdDe you q question you tcdrt dn-
s1oered! Send it to The Stdr Infornla-
tio1l Bureau, Frederic j. Haskin, direc-
tor, Ttoenty-frst and C streets north
toest. The only charge for this ser-,-
ice is cents in stamps for return post
d1e)
Evening star., 1924-10-15
Wisdom of the People,

"a little nonsense now and then Is
relished by the best Of men,
Undoubtedly" answered Senator
Sorghum. ."rhe only trouble is that
when. you put a little nonsense into
your talk It's liable to prove the only
part that some of your auditors take
seriously" - 's 90"
Evening star., 1924-10-15
German Loan Oversubscribed.

Notwithstanding the suggestion of
Mayor Hylan of New York that the
security for the German reparation
loan is not adequate-a suggestion
which was plainly raised solely for
campaign purpoees-the American
portion Of the loan was oversubscribed
at least five times within Is minutes
day. While this was expected, it was
nevertheless striking evidence of the
confidence Of American investors> in
the soundness of the Dawes plan.
In its terms the loan Is attractive,
offering better than 7k per cent at
the below-par rate of flotation and
running for rs years. The security is
reassnring, for these bonds have
priority as a lien upon German re-
sources. The purpose for which the
issue is made Is the rehabilitation Of
Germany's credit by enabling her to
meet her war obligations, thus max
ing for the revival of European indus
try and therefore the quickening Of
trade, in which this country will par.
ticipate.
This spectacle Of virtually instant
absorption OF the loan by American
investors cannot fail to impress Eu-
rope profoundly, not only with the re-
sources of this country, but with its
good faith in willingness to help in
the restoration of prosperity to the
war.crippled countries. In this most,
substantial manner the American peo-
pie are doing their part, and whether
their motive is one of public spirit or
one Of profit, they are contributing in
a most practical manner to the re-
vival Of Europe.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

When the decision by ballot is
made. the public invariably rallies to
the support of the selected standard
bearer. Campaign controversies grow
intense, but never implacable. There
are no irreconcilables In the ranks Of
American patriotism. 49,.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

Our own solar system is described
as rushing through space. The orator
who declared "the sun do move" is
finding more scientific backing than
he expected.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

A national amendment to have the
Washington ball team supplant Con-
gress is not being talked Of. But
shouldn't It be?--St. Paul Dispatch.
'Did he die a natural death?" 'Yes,
he was run over on the street."-De-
troit NeWa
Evening star., 1924-10-15

. II, as has been boldly asserted, J..
P. Morgan owns both political parties,
he is not showing extraordinary tai
ents for rigid discipline.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

Versatility is a distinguishing char
which aims to supply the world with
everything from Christmas toys to
Zeppelins.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

A mystery is dispelled by facing
it frankly. Any candidate may now
mention the Ku Klux Klan by name
without fear of serious consequences.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

For the present Gov. Al Smith is ap-
parently content to concern himself
with local issues In New York, with
out attempting to drag Tammany into
national politics.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

Question is still raised from time to
time in Illinois as to whether capital
punishment is to be escaped only by
killers 80 fortunate as to have Lawyer
Darrow on their side.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

Time for the November election
draws near. If there is anything ac-
tually new to be said on several sub
jects, there should be no delay.
Evening star., 1924-10-15
Discussing Terms.

''It sounds fair enough" said
Farmer corntossel. but I'm afraid
can't meet the terms"
What's the DEAL"
;, MY boy Josh has set his mind on
art. He says he's worth five hundred
a week OF anybody's money as mo-
ton picture star. but he's willin' to
work around the old home a little
while. for half the money"
Evening star., 1924-10-15

AS base ball passes, foot ball ar
rives: the presidential game is never
permitted to enjoy undivided atten-
ton. e.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

It is lucky that Washington cata-
comb was not discovered during the
Daugherty investigatiBn. What a ro-
nance CASTOR B. Mems could have
woven around it!-Pottland Express.
Evening star., 1924-10-15
q Generous, Indeed.

In spite Of cares that rise anew
I. To trouble Europe's toilsome way,
OF lecturers she'll send a few
:, TO educate the U. s. A. ~
Evening star., 1924-10-15
Rate by Mafl-Payabie in Advance.
MARYLAND and Vfrxinin.
All Other StateA.
Member Of the Associated Press.

The Associated Press Is exclusively entitled
10 the use for republication Of all news dis
patches credited to 1t or not otherwise credited
IN this paper and also the local news pub
nsheo herein. All rights Of publication OF
Evening star., 1924-10-15

It is only three weeks till the Ma.
tional election. And soon after that
comes Thanksgiving day.
Evening star., 1924-10-15
Ultimate Appeal.

I was Socialist Red
A Communist-so I have said.
But when some threat to me saw,
Oh, how hollered for the Law!
Evening star., 1924-10-15

Jud Tunkins says whatever he may
do in street car, a real gentleman
will always get up and give lady his
seat in a. barber shop. ..
Evening star., 1924-10-15
Executive Responsibility.

I'm sure I'd toll and never shirk
Could the task pursue
OF thinking up some sort Of work
For other folks to, do.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

'.Dey used to tell Us bout death On
q pale horse" said Uncle ER What
dey's tallkin' bout now EeA white
mule"
Evening star., 1924-10-15

The Evening Star. with the Sunday morning
edition. is delivered by carriers within the
city nt 90 cents per month: daily only, 45
cents per month: Sunday only, 20 cents per
month. Orders may b. sent by mail or tele
phone Main 5000. Collection is made BY car
riers at the end Of each month.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

The Evening Star Newspaper Company
Business Office. 1lth st. and Pennsylvania Ave
New York Once: 10 East 42nd st.
Chicago Once: Tower Building.
European Once: l6 Regent ST. London, England.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

(Hdpe yor O question you tcdrtt an
stoered! Send it to The Star Infornla-
ton Bureau, Frederic J. Hdskin, direc-
tor, Tloenty-frst and C streets north
oest. The only charge for this Se7-r-
ice is cents in stamps for return post
d0e)
Evening star., 1924-10-15

Q. Are members of the Canadian
Parliament paid a salary?-T. B.
A. Members of both houses are
paid. In Great Britain only members
of the House of Commons receive re-
muneration.
Evening star., 1924-10-15

Q. What river in the United States
is known as the Dardanelles of the
New World?-K. F. S.
A. The Detroit River is sometimes
referred to by that name
The Washington times., 1924-06-14
The Greatest Of
All Industries
BREAD MAKING

NNE MIGHT truly term it the basic in
dustry for it provides the staff of
~ Life" without which all other industries
would fail because Of mans unfitness
for toll.
Viewed in this fair perspective, the conscien-
tious baker stands as benefactor to the COM
munity, for, from tender infancy to mellow old
age his product is the great factor in the build
ing of tissue and muscle. Fortunately the locality
where good bread is made is within easy reach
of ALL not only in Washington, but in Virginia and
Maryland within radius of 60 miles, And so the
Capital City acclaims
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1924-07-11

p in the wholesale increase in as
essed valuations. And then on top OF
hat, the city, school and STATE tax
.'tes are fixtures. And that means that
YOUR total taxes because valuations
ave been increased. will go right
long.
The county comm,s- oncrs carefully
nj county taxes and site valuations
20 that the county revenue will not
be materially changed. But what
4 whacking taxpayers are going to
yet on the basis OF their new assess
ments when they come to pay city.
state and school leviesl
Not until the final story is told
can one determine just what the bill
will be. Blu, it will enough. And tax
payers are not likely to forget this
November either.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1924-07-11
Where's That Economy ?

CANYON county commissioners who
thinl; th-t they are going to hefuddlc
citizens OF this county with their re
due on bunk mrst think again. II the
are to rely on tentative estimates OF
the levy made by Mr.. Dunbar and
which presumably. will be very close
Of he levy established.
In Caldwell, property has been kited
until Is assessed value closely an
proachcs the sale value everywhere
ard no, infrequcntly realty is assesse'
at figure beyond price the owner
would gladly accept for the property
Casual estimates place the probable
increase in the assessed valuation OF
Caldwell at from EIGHT hundred thou.
sand to million dollars. Namra NAV
be as bad. And. judging from the
complaints coming from many sections
OF the farming territory of the county.
there is no little dissatisfaction with
the adjustment OF valuations there.
despite the fact that il has been the
commissioners avowed intention to de-
crease farm valuations and increase
those of the cities in the county.
Looking at it solely from the county
tax standpoint the situation is not so
bad but when consideration is given
to the fact that every dollar OF that
increased assessed valuation pay city
school and state levies on basis det-
ermincd long before the county board
OF equalization gets done with its
muddling. the true import of the sit
uation is apparent.
What claim can the commissioners
make OF economy when the reduction
in the county levy will be so small
as to be almost negligible and then
raise the valuations one third to get
the full benefit of every other levy?
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1924-07-11
Service and Votes

Pleasing his friends and disappoint-
ing his enmies. Dan Banks has proven
a competent state treasurer. He has
served two terms for Idaho citizens
and he has done a good job OF it.
The Office personnel has been reduced
to the utmost minimum, expenses have
been pared to near vanishing point
and the custodian OF state funds has so
wisely and carefully cared for them
that Idaho state funds have been fire.
quenily swelled by neat earnings.
Good men are ran aiy asrirants for
political positions. Idaho is fortunate
that such men as Mr.. Banks and Ed
Galleit, state auditor, also a candidate
10 succeed himself, have entered that
service. Service brings acquaintance
ship with the job. Both these men
are infinitely more valuable to Idaho
than they were when they were frs,
elected. That old aud sometimes fool
ish idea tina. there should be a limit
TO the number OF years any man
holds Office is rapidly giving way TO
The more common sensible view that
empetea; men should be reelected 10
an once they eapsbly I'll rs long
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1924-07-11
SECRETARY REPORTS

Jess Gowen, secretary OF the XII
wants club. gave a detailed report
OF the recent international Kiwanis
convention at Denver as the feature OF
last Thursdays meeting of the club.
Mr.. Gowen served rs member OF the
nominating council Altruistic pro-
grams OF community service, partcul-
arly in the fields OF better govern
ment and child welfare. will be mai
or activities OF American and Cana
Ian Kiwanis clubs this year.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1924-07-11
County Tax Rates

One wonders jus: wha. kind OF
fools Canyon county commissioners
think taxpayers are anyway Talk
about owering county taxesl
Eliminating the warrant redemp-
ton levy which should no, be con-
sidered and which last year was care
fully eliminated from any considera-
ton OF the county tax question so far
as a comparison OF levies was con-
eerned il is pure political pander to
even attempt to try to tell Canyon
taxpayers that this year will sec a re-
duciion in taxes.
The county levy may be Gu, but
the cur will be more than swallowed