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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06
British Pressmen Quiz Aimee

European travellers Of note coming
to this country have often complained
Of the persistence and enterprise IF the
gentlemen of the press" who have
greeted them on their arrival and asked
them innumerable questions about
themselves and their errands, their
tastes and opinions-especially their
opinions of America-and have given
them no respite until they have made
columns of copy for their newspapers.
This manifestation of eagerneSs to know
everything possible about the country's
guests has been often derided in the
British press. Now 1t would appear
that as a matter of fact British jour-
naliStS and news gatherers are by no
means deficient In curiosity or persist
ence whenever parsonage of impor-
lance or prominence from this side of
the Atlantic turns up over there. A
case in point Is that Of Mrs. Aimee
Mcpherson, the American evangelist,
who is just now on tour overseas
She went first to France, where she
saw the sights" of Paris and, it is said
gathered material for her work of sal
walton. Then she went to London and
for a little time evaded detection by
the press. AS matter Of fact there
was some question about her being ad-
mitted to British territory, but that
was settled in her favor, and she found
refuge in one Of the larger hotels In
London and barred herself effectively
against journalistic invasion. Thurs
day she granted her first interview tt
the London newspaper men preliminary
to opening her evangelical campaign ir
the British capital Sunday night. Th'
following Is a paragraph from the re-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06

The answers to questions printed here
| each day are specimens picked from
| the mass of inquiries handled by our
great information bureau maintained
| In Washington, d. C. This valuable
service Is for the free use of the public.
Ask any. question of fact you may want
to know and you will get an immediate
reply. Write plainly, inclose 2 cents
| in coin or stamps for return postage,
and address The Evening Star Ihfor-
nation Bureau, Frederic J. HaSkin,
| director, Washington, d. C. r
@. When was the seal Of the United
| States adopted?-T. L. c.
| A. The seal of the United States was
decided upon, June 20, 1882.
Q. Is the Labrador Current, which
brings down the icebergs, of any benefit
| to this country?-M r. II
| A. The National Geographic Maya
zine says that while it Is a danger car
rier, 1t does TEEN with marine life, af-
| fording breeding and feeding grounds
for our best food fish.
@. What holidays are observed in
HaGaii?-A. r. S.
A. New Year, Washington's birthday,
Good Friday, Decoration day. Kane
hameha day, American anniversary
| July A., Labor day, Regatta day.
| Armistice day, Thanksgiving day and
| Christmas are the Hawaiian holidays.
All except Good Friday and Thanks
| giving are established by law.
@. What is the bird that flies over
| the Pacific Ocean that does not seem
| to move its wings?-A. G. H.
A. The Biological Survey says that
! the habit of moving the wings only
| occasionally is a characteristic Of gulls
and albatrosses. 1t Is believed that the
bird you describe is one of the alba
| trosses.
@. What is the deepest river in the
United States and in the World?--
o. P. J.
A. AS far as has been ascertained, the
Mississippi River is the deepest river
| this river is at New Orleans. The
Amazon River is the deepest river in
the world.
| @. What occasioned the famous Rum.
Romanism and Rebellion" agitation OF
| the 1884 campaign?-J. H.
| A. The 1884 campaign was one char
acterized with bitter personalities.
Grover Cleveland and James G.. Blaine
! were the standard bearers OF the Oemo-
cratic and Republican parties. Upon
| Blaines return to New York City from
| a speaking tour, large party of clergy
men waited upon him at the Fifth Ave-
nue. Hotel to assure him OF their sup
port. Rev. Samuel D. Burchard, the
| spokesman, toward the end of his gen.
orally temperate address, said that the
Democratic party was the party of rum,
RomaniSm and rebellion. Blaine, who
was not Catholic, was never able to
convince the voters that the sentiment
was not his own. It is believed that
the phrase alienated enough Republican
Catholic voters in New York State
alone to turn the national election,
which hinged upon the electoralvote Of
New York.
@. Why are Ambassadors to England
sometimes called Ambassadors to the
Court of st. James"?-E. D.
A. The st. James Palace was for
merly the Royal Palace of Great Brit
ain. From this fact arose the designa-
ton of Ambassadors to Great Britain as
Ambassadors to the Court Of st.
James"
| @. What proportion of the corn that
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06

However complimentary the intention,
comparison of Al Smiths oratory to
that Of the late w. j. Bryan is not
expected to lead the New York man to
desert the sidewalks for the jungle and
seek final intellectual solace in attack
ing the theory of evolution.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06

Machines manufactured by rival
motor industries often collide. Despite
alignments of eminent automobile
authorities. there is no reason to suspect
that new form of mechanical contro-
versy in politics has been invented.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.

Animals Must Live.
The Donkey and Elephant give a great
show,
The same they have given since long.
long ago.
Through jazzy gyrations the Donkey is
led.
The Elephant frequently stands on his
head.
The Tiger, the Camel and likewise the
Goat
Applaud, as the big demonstration they
note.
The spectators wait, with a manner
most wise,
To learn which, at last, Is awarded
the prize.
The Donkey and Elephant hasten with
glee
To offer gymnastics and brisk repartee.
And after the show they'll be patiently
led
In docile restraint, as they wait to be
fed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06

Lindbergh will vote for Herbert
Hoover. If every admirer of the intrepid
aviator follows his lead, the majority
will be overwhelming.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06

Both parties may claim a share in
prosperity because of the stimulus they
have given the great industry Of cam
paign button manufacture.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06

There is not much peace of mind for
the citizen who tries to guess the
political situation and the stock market
both at once.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06

ANY nervous person who sits through
an explosive war pageant will become
firm convert to the idea of universal
peace.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06

Controversies arise in base ball, but
the good old rule of conduct applies in
the national sport: Play the game!
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A whispering campaign" might not
be so bad If people could be persuaded
to think politics instead of talking It.
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For Winters Supply.

Tr5r the louisville Times.
The picnic season having ended, ants
are now probably hiking back to the
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Farmers still lay claim to important
influence. They inspire some Of the
Nations best oratory.
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ut looks like We jes' gotta have fire.
works." said Uncle Eben. II hopes
some day we kin forget bout war an
concentrate on de Fourth o. july"
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New Piracy.

New Piracy.
If Cap'n Kidd these times could see,
How deeply humbled he would bel
He'd think an ancient pirate mild.
No worse than just naughty child.
He would declare, an this great day,
Rum running is my favorite play.
Next as Hi-jack I'll appear;
And then I'll be a Racketeerw
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The Evening Star Newspaper Compan!
Business once:
nth Sc. and Pennsylvania Ave.
New Ycrk once: ITO East 42nd st.
CHICAGO once: Tower BUILDING.
European Once: IA Resent ST.. LondCn.
England.
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AH...ln - Ard Ninniraia
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Jud Tunkins says a man who wants
to talk all the time never finds ideas
enough to keep up with his words.
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Asserting a Privilege.

Asserting a Privilege.
For whom are you going to vote?"
why should make an announce
ment?" rejoined Miss Cayenne. 1T is
always woman's privilege to be tickle"
Few men," said Hi Ho, the sage of
Chinatown, "are so idealistic as to study
public benefit at the risk of private
fortune"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06

Question of the Hour.
How did you get into politics?"
II don't remember" answered Sena-
tor Sorghum. THE question now ABB
sorbing my attention is how I am 60
ing to stay in"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06

In the great sea of books there are
no doubt as good fish as have ever
been caught. Not only is this true of
undiscovered things, but particularly
true in relation to every reader.
The world of reading is great coun-
try into which every reader advances
in the true pioneering spirit. Under
the guidance of parents and teachers
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-10-06

@. Are many fires in barns due toj
spontaneous combustion2--M. M,
A This is a frequent cause Manure
piles and tmperfectly cured hay are two
things that should be watched closely
for signs of heating
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
Ink Blot Spell Ruin
for ENGINEERING Firm,

A big British engineering firm put
in bid for building great bridge
for foreign government The head
of the business spent six months in
getline OUT plans. His bid was accept
ed tile material bought in great
quantities, men engaged, and machin-
cry built.
A time limit was SET for the com
melteiient and finish of the bridge,
al,l one day the Chief was, sitting al
his desk perfeeting his plans and
making sure of the smallest details,
when he accidentally upset an inkpot
and drowned his most important pa
pers in black sea.
In fever of anxiety he tried to re
construct his plans from stray notes.
II was impossible, and he then cabed
the foreign government begging for
more time. This was refused and the
contract repudiated The. loss drove
the firm into bankruptcy.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
Ghost Ship Said to
Roam the North Sea

The North sea has Flying Dutch.
man of its own-a sort of ghost ship
whose appearance is superstitiously
regarded by sailors as an omen of III
!. fortune. if not of death, to the be.
holder. 1t was first reported by a
British war convoy that left Nor
wegian port in November, 1917. Lieu.
tenant Commander Fox of the Mary
Rose counted twelve ships as they
passed out of sight of land. Later an
enemy raider attacked the convoy
When Commander Fox counted the
convoy again there were thirteen.
Other officers on the Mary Rose con.
tirmed the number No one had seen
the thirteenth ship join the convoy.
One moment there was blue sea spark.
ling behind the twelfth ship; the next
the stranger was speeding along with
the rest-a somewhat rusty craft
whose name had been so obliterated
by long service at sea that il could
moi be made out.
When the raiders attack began the
stranger was still with the convoy
When the enemy had been driven off
the stranger had vanished as mystic
riously as she had appeared. The
Mary Rose was lost in the skirmish.
The North sea phantom has ap.
peared. according to its growing leg
end several times since then. each
time as the precursor of III fortune
small w;irship or again rusty freight.
er, agbattered schooner or a small sea-
worn liner. But however she is re-
ported. North sea sailormen believe
she bodies no good.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
STATE OF MARYLAND +,
STATE ROADS COMMISSION
SEALED PROPOSALS for building

SEALED PROPOSALS for building
improvement as follows:
Cecil County. Cont. Ce-63. Battery
of 6, SIT DIN diameter metal pipes
sencased in concrete on TIE Post
Road about l mile east of Perry
vile, together with necessary ill
surfacing, etc.
will be received by the State Roads
commission, at its offices, COL Gar
rett Building, Baltimore, Maryland,
until IL M. on the 9Th day of March,
92S, at which time and place they
i'll be publicly opened and read.
Bids must be made upon the
blank proposal form which, with
pecifications and plans will be
furnished by the Commission upon
pplication and cash payment OF
91.00, as hereafter no charges will
e permitted.
No bids will be received unless
accompanied by certified check for
The sum OF Five Hundred ($5OO)
Dollars, payable to the State Roads
Commission.
The successful bidder will be re-
quired to give bond, and comply
with the Acts OF the General
Assembly of Maryland, respecting
contracts.
By order of the State Roads Com
mission this goth day of February
1928.
L. H. STEuART, j. N. MACKALL,
Secretary. ~ Chairman.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
Big Handicap

The woman was playing golf ONT
fair day, and, although her score was
assuming alarming proportions. her
enjoyment of the sunny weather and
the invigorating exercise kept her
from becoming quite too downcast.
SWELL" she confided to her com
panion. as she trudged off into the
rough after a particularly poor drive
Il understand there's woman at the
club who has handicap of SO
shnll have to look her up"
This remark seemed to make pre-
found impression on the caddy, who
against all regulations, contributed
his ideas on the subject.
"Holy smoked" he cried, "she musl
play in de tousands !"-New York
Sun.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
], Magisterial Wisdom,

When called upon recently to settle
a quarrel between two Jewish women
London magistrate handed copy
of the. Bible to the official Interpreter
saying: Take theSe women out OF
court and read them the One Hundred
Thirty-third Psalm One of the WON.
en- has only limited knowledge OF
English. Translate il for her into
Yiddish." Later. the interpreter re,
turned to court and reported thai
the magistrates scheme had been en-
tirely successful. The first sentence
of the psalm reads: Behold, how
good and how pleasant it is for breth
rem to dwell together in unity"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
AMERICAN LEGION AMBULANCE
SERVICE
Week of February 18th to 10th
s Inclusive

Week of February 18th to 10Th
Inclusive
During the past week the Amer
lean Legion Ambulance Service was
called upon to make two trips, one
to New Bridge, above Rising Sun,
and the other to Carpenters Point
While neither of these trips did not
nearly approach the trips OF last
week in length, they were still of
sufficient length to require sometime.
spent on the part of the drivers in
their completion. -,
1t will probably be of interest to
the people of the county to know
that thee operation of the American
Legion Ambulance Service during
the month of February is in charge
of Charles A. Grant, as chief driver;
with Ralph E. Garrett, D. d. JAM
ison, Arthur B. Cameron, Ralph
Morgan, and John Alexander as
assistants.
STATISTICAL REPORT.
Number of trips for week 2
Average mileage for week ~
Total mileage tor date 432
Average mileage per trip 1873
Total mileag eto date 14,417
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
The Ninth Scout LauO

A Cornish correspondent sends me
the following amusing experience
whilst he was running troop of boy
scouts in India:
81 was testing a small Eurasian
boy, twelve years old, for the Tender
foot badge and said:
"'What is the ninth scout law?
"'Sir, scout is thriftee.'
"'What does thrifty mean?
az know what It means, SIR
swell, then, what does it mean?
swell, sir (hesitating), it means
that it is veree sillee to spend anee
monee on a GIRL"
This is one way Of looking at IT.,
but l should like to hear the views
of the girl. Not girl guide, however
They are. too Observation-Disclosures
Post.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02

Tubes of soft soapstone used by .
prehistoric Indian shaman. or medi
cine man, TO heal the sick have been
unearthed near San Diego, Calf, says
Science. First blowing clouds of smoke
through these tubes over the body oi
a patient, the medicine man pretended
he could see into the body. The pa
tient was told he had been bewitchetl
by an enemy who had injected into
his body magical substance which
changed into toad. snake, rock or
other object. Having located the oh
ject. the shaman pretended to pluck II
out, producing as evidence. by sleight
nf-hand. the offending substance.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
Catchy Line

Jones is an angler who uses only
the higher and more expensive para
phernalia of his art. One day he was
standing on the shore of lake cast
ing his. flies without success, when
along came native with good string
of trout. After watching Jones' vain
efforts for few minutes the new
conner ventured: "Why don't you try
worms?"
"Worms!" said Jones disgustedly
MY good fellow, you and I don't use
the same language"
"Mebbe not. mister" Said the Other
quietly. as he held up his catch. "bul
l reckon the fish understand me bet
ter when drop 'em a ine."-Van-
cOuyer Province.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
PUBLIC SALE
Or
NnNr nDO@-x..w-
FARM PROPERTY
In The 9th Election District or Cecil
County

The undersigned, as Agent for the
heirs OF j. Gamer Reynolds, decess.
ed. will sell at public auction at che
court House Door, in the town OF
AIKton, on Saturday, March 3, 1928,
1t HOO O'Clock A. M, the following
described real estate:
AL that farm or tract of land.
>ituated III the 9th Election District
u Cecil County, and lying on the
public road leaalng from the Rising
oun-Porter's Brldge concrete road
towards the Sun Paper Mills, con-
aiming, by estimation, 1929 acres
OIL land, and being part OF the same
arm or tract OF land which was con-
eyed 10 the SAID j. Galnor Reynolds
~ deed OF l. Wayne Reynolds and
"fe, date41 the 9Th day OIL May. 1909
ana recorded in Llber M. D., No. 8,
SOLO 622, one OF the Land Record
Books of Cecil County.
The tilLable land is estimated to
be Is acres; meadow land about 20
acres, and woodland and orchard
about " acres.
The property is improved by
frame dwelling house, seven rooms,
large attic, and two cellars, built in
1910; large barn, COW house, wagon
house, corn crib, garage, shop and
chicken house; apples and other
fruit.
This property lies about three
miles west OF Rising Sun and well
situated in reference to rural conven-
fences.
TERMS OF SALE are cash, but
more liberal terms may be arranged
with the undersigned or with Joshua
Clayton, Attorney, Elkton, Maryland
ALICE E. REYNOLDS,
Agent for all of the heirs OF
j. Gainor Reynolds.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
Ho.o Policeman Came
by Nickname "copper"

After century or so of suppression
in London the story has leaked out
how policeman came to be called a
copper" or "cOp."
Twas evening, ah, bitter chill II
was, and the policeman was counting
IA cook. He was devOuring feast of
pie and ogine his buxom darling when
her mistress was heard approaching.
eide 'idel" was her smothered cry
of dismay He hid in the only refuge
he could see-the hug copper laundry
vat. Alas! II seemed the mistress
had come to order the fire lighted be-
a,katl, that very vat. that she might
e some hot water. Forced to com
the cook soon saw her brave lover
lAap out and with one tense backward
l0ok of reproach. vanish into the
night E
Ages ago that tower fed into the
storm. but still the ghost of his scared
romance follows him. and he must an
swer to the name of copper"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
Ancient Cuban Tiles
for American Homes

Curi0 dealers OF Havana are acquir-
ing did Spanish art tiles to supp. the
demand in the United States. AS
sn,&;ch old house is torn down, the bid
iiia for its art thing is active. al
Vilough there is nearly a 80 per cent
loss in breakage-the tiles having
been so long cemented to the walls
hat they have become as brittle as
pore lain.
The Spaniards and Cubans have al
ways been fond of thing, and their
residences are often faced with geo.
metric designs in vivid colors, strong
~ reminiscent Of the Moorish infiu-
represent hunting and marine scenes.
mountain vistas, battles, sieges and
religious subjects. One set depicts i'm
portant passages from the Bible and
gives the text from which they are
taken These tiles were taken from
Holland by the Spaniards during their
occupation of the Netherlands. and
after several centuries use in a
house In Madrid crossed the Atlantic
TO Havana.
American visitors to Havana pur-
chase. besides the tiles, much Spanish
bronze, copper and beaten brassware.
Cuba was at one time rich in such
curios. hut the supply has been prac-
tically exhausted so that the dealers
now spend their summers in Europe
to renew their stock. Spanish glass
ware is another fad of the visitors.
The older pieces offered for sale are
extremely beautiful. When Carlos III
ruled Spain he imported hundreds of
glass workers from the Capa di Month
factory at Naples, and the delicate
products of these craftsmen is today
highly valued.-New York Times.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
SOUP FACTORY TO OPEN
Tomato Growers Prepare for In
creased Demand

CAONSCu OCAManu
Tomato growers and brokers of
Delaware and Maryland are elated
over the prospect of an increased
outlet for their crop, afforded by the
building of large, additional plant
at Camden, N. j., by the Campbell
Soup Company, according to e. w.
Montell, crop service specialist of the
company.
The plant is being built on a
site fronting on the Delaware river,
and contracts call for completion by
crop time this year. 1t is estimated
that the new factory will increase
the present capacity approximately
80 per cent and will greatly aid the
Delaware and Maryland tomato
growers in the sale of their crop
throughout the season. It's location
on the water will also facilitate the
unloading of boats which ply from
the Delaware and Maryland shipping
points.
by growing second early tomatoes
and distributing the crop over a
longer period, the tomato growers
should have steady market throu-
ghout the season, says Mr.. Montell.
but they can hope to do so only by
planting one-third to one-half of
their crop early. Arrangements are
being made to grow an adequate
supply of these plants in Georgia
and locally in hot beds. The plants
will be set between May / and Is.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
Excusable Error

The story described its heroine as a
dumping sort of woman. The teacher
paused and asked for description of
woman of that kind.
"She would he rather tall and thin, +"
suggested Al pupil. mo- the teacher
explained, '.the lady would be short
and plunp-like a dumpling."
"Oh, yes" said the youngster. 81
was thinking of a noodle"
The best way to establish good
credit lis by avoiding debts.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1928-03-02
We're Poets at Heart

Though we may believe ourselves in
tensely practical, we think in terms OF
poetry. The efficiency expert and the
statistician in us will, at unguarleG
moments, make way for the poet.
American Magazine.