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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS
BY FREDERIC J. HASKIN.

must be made in writing and registered
and the consent of the parents, or
family council. must also be in writing
and all data attested by a notary. At
least one months residence of one party
where the marriage is celebrated is re-
CURED. The ceremony is performed by
! the registrar at the town hall and at
least four witnesses must be present.
In the event of there being no parents
the consent of the grandparents or
family council is necessary up to 80
years of age. The age of consent Is
ID for males. IS for females, 81 years
without consent under special provisions
and 80 years freedom of action.
@. Why does the moon appear larger
when it rises and Sets?-G. L. j.
A. The moon seems larger near the
horizon because of an optical Illusion.
The horizon appears to be more distant
than the zenith, because the eye IN look
ing toward the horizon rests upon many
objects by the way. The moon near
the horizon and at the zenith is seen
to be the same object in both posi-
tons, but when near the horizon 1t
seems larger because the distance is ap-
parently greater, the mind unconsciously
reasoning that being so much farther
away, it must of course be larger in
order to look the same.
@. Do passenger ships employ wait
reSses?-E. B.
A. The Shipping Board says that
some liners employ women as walters,
but most of them employ men.
@. How much gas did Indy carry
on his flight to Paris?-O. r.
A. Col: Lindbergh started with 450
If oil on hi ferI1f fVNv,a
| New York to Paris.
@. Is the possibility Of making paper
| from cornstalks a new discovery?-T. T.
A. A German scientist discovered the
| formula in 1895. but so much of the
pulp was wasted in making paper fabric
that the cost of manufacture was too
high to make the venture feasible.
O.. How much honey Is used an
nually in the United States?-M. C.
A. About 250,000,000 pounds are
produced annually. this being about 10
per cent more than the American mar
ket consumes.
@. Which is correct, I'VE are going
to have company for dinner" or "at
Dime" Pc. J. G..
A. The proposition at" should be
used.
@. Please give the history of Pc
kingeSe dogS.-D. A. S.
A. Little is known of the origin of
the Pekingese. At the looting of the
Summer palace of Peking in 1860,
bronze efhgies of these dogs known TO
be more than 1000 years old were
found within the sacred precincts. Five
of the dogs from the Summer palace
were taken to England in 1860, one of
which was presented to Queen Victoria.
@. Are preservatives and artificial
colors used in canned foods?-N. A. L.
A. Chemical preservatives are en-
tirely unnecessary in canned foods If
they are properly sterilized, and further
more the addition of injurious preserva-
tives or other substances to any food Is
prohibited by law. The preservation
of canned foods is accomplished en-
tirely through sterilization by heat, and
sealing the product in an air-tight con-
tainer Artificial colors were formerly
used in few red fruits, but have been
discontinued since Gamers are now able
to retain the natural color Of the fruits
| without them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

in the scope Of its reach. in the variety
Of its points of interest. in the gusto
with which 1t Is given, in the commu-
nicable quality Of its spirit and. in the
opportunity it offers the reader to par
take Of the great adventure, to collab-
crate. so to speak. with the author.
Not book to read in an hour. One
rather to invite to the good chair and
the reading lamp for years--cr until a
to be added out Of some new flight of
man toward an even greater achieve
ment aloagN the line Of human contacts
and union3
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05
SHOOTING STARS.
BY pHILANDER JOHNSON.

80 1AAAnEN01tt J0f1N6ONs
Scrutinized Libation.
The day Is forgetting the Cocktail" so
gay.
Economy SHES at the "Fizz"
The Old Oaken Bucket, restored to its
sway,
Is hailed for the drink GAS Is"
"A Stein on the Table" brings musical
Zest.
The song We are learning to prize
Is "Drink"-wten the festival seems at
its best
"To Me Only With Thine Eyes"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

As presiding officer of the United
States Senate, Vice President Curtis
will be called upon to consider various
suggestions Of Charles Dawes and de-
eide whether they are worthy of the
line in the Congressional Record, ITO
Be Continued in Our Next"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

There Is much more of historic in
terest to be seen in Washington than
the inaugural pageantry. A list of the
spots of beauty and interest would be
long and impressive. To those making
ready to depart. the question why the
hurry?" might reasonably be addressed
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

Every little item Of saving multiplies
itself so as to be worth considering. It
Is now possible to save i've letters in
tipping and Typography millions Of times
by writing President Hoover instead of
"President-elect."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

Pictures of the Vatican indicate SO
much spacious beauty that the ordinary
citizen may be impelled to wonder why
its illustrious tenant should desire to,
wander any farther
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

A Mexican flyer makes two compul-
sorry stops and still beats the Lindbergh
long distance record. There may yet be
a handicap system for airplanes as we'll
as for horses
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05
niscIosure nf SENSE of Hunnor.

Disclosure of Sense of Humor.
When signing the bill for Mount
Weather
Mr.. Coolidge, with wit so elastic,
Has mammals and birds brought to-
gether,
In a reference somewhat sarcastic
He said he found JOY in devoting
Safeguards for Presidents habits,
As the public has always been noting,
In protecting the BIRDS and the rab-
bits, -
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05
RADIOTORIAL.

Old-Timers on March 4.
While veteran footsteps may be slow,
Our thanks arise, serene.
That some are left from long ago
To grace gallant scene.
Though many a hero's voice is mute
Amid the great display,
In brotherhood we still salute
The uniforms of gray.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

From the Huntington Advertiser.
The tennis association has restored
Bill Tilden to amateur standing. The
his performance on the stage.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

Now that the great quadrennial event
Of American history is through with,
the public will rejoice in a space of
spare time to be devoted anew to the
fascinating career of Col. Lindbergh.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

Retirement Of Calvin Coolidge to rural
seclusion may yet recall the fact that
&C" stands for "Cincinnatus" as well
Is Calvin"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

A monkey is trained to ride a bicycle.
The monkey looks very wise and those
who train him to an ungainly feat look
a trifle foolish.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

BY withholding publication of his golf
score, AL Smith becomes sphinx" in
a small way. A wise public man never
tells all he knows.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05
Inausuration Climate

1nauguration's solemn state
Had skies too far from blue.
We always say, Lets change the
date
And yet we never dol
But averages, by and by,
May serve to soothe regret.
While Hoover sentiment was Dry
The streets were very Wet.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

In spite Of the weather, 1t was a COM
paratively quiet Inauguration. At least
there was no thunder and lightning.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

Visitors who linger in Washington,
D. C., will have the privilege of seeing
how the Capital looks without the re-
viewing stands.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

Like many another strictly truthful
person. the weather man, with heroic
sacrifice, made himself momentarily UNI
popular.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05
Delivery.

Delivery.
Have you prepared any great
speeches?"
EYES," answered Senator Sorghum.
II have in readiness some Of the great
est demonstrations known to oratory."
when will you deliver them?"
I'm not sure. Not being a lobbyist
or a propaganda, can't make reliable
arrangements to deliver them promptly
C. o. d."
Jud Tunkins says the man who buys
himself a pair of tight new shoes for an
Inauguration march makes a big sacri-
flee to patriotism.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05
Nfen,her AL fhe Assnciated Press.

The Associated Press is exclusively entitled
to the use for republication OF all rews ais
patches credited TO 1t or not otherwise cred
fted In this paper and also the local news
published herein. All rights of publication OF
special dispatches herein are also reserved.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

And the Doom Of the Coal Pile.
From the Sioux City Tribune.
February, for its own part. never has
pretended to be anything but Winter
month,
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England.
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Animated Alarm Clock.

Old days are fading-fading fast!
The Robin Bird will come at last,
With an alarm clock sound of cheer,
To wake us for another year.
Love yoh fellow man." said Uncle
Eben, IAN let yoh affection pervent
you FUN putin temptation in his way
by leavin' de chicken house unlocked"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05
Coveted Authority.

Coveted Authority.
Can your wife drive a carr"
mo-" answered Mr.. Chuggins. "I
wish she could. I'd like to be the
back-seat driver myself, once in
q while"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

For some mysterious and fortunate
reason" said Hi Ho, the sage Of China
town, "enmities are easily forgotten,
while friendships never are"
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@. How much gas did Indy carry
on his flight to Paris?-O. r.
A. Col. Lindbergh started with $50
gallons of gasoline on his flight from
New York to Paris.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-03-05

@. Which is correct, I'VE are going
to have company for dinner" or at
dinner"?-E. J. CT.
A. The proposition at" should be
used.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1929-04-12
Paw for the ]. P.

Sen. Walter c. Woodward is responsible for the
law relating to the fees to be paid justices Of the
peace. According to Woodward law in each criminal
case tried and finally disposed Of. the county pays
to the justices Of the peace the sum of $3.50. this
to be paid upon the sworn account of the Justice.
accompanied by the affidavit of the county attorney
that the case was tried and disposed of. that the
state was represented and in his opinion sufficient
evidence was presented to justify the trial.
This fee is not taxed against the defendent. 1t is
a fee to be paid by the county.
Another law provides that upon conviction the jus
tice of the peace shall tax against the defendant a
trial fee Of 81. This fee when collected is to be paid
into the county treasury. According to the author
of the new fee laws they simply mean that hereafter
the justice of the peace in assessing a fine shall tax
against the defendant a 81 special fee, but no cost
shall be taxed for services rendered by the justices,
but the justice Of the peace may tax against the de-
PENDANT such cost as may be incurred by the sheriff
as has always been the case.
This makes it easy for the justice Of the peace.
He Is not to be deprived Of the honor and emolu-
rentS Of his office.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1929-04-12
WASHINGTON Letter
BY HERBERT C. PLUMAIER

WASHINGTON. April 12-The last soldier Of the
confederacy in the halls of congress-Maj. Charles
M. Stedman of North Cardinals back in his Of
flee on Capitol hill awaiting assembly of the special
session.
He is So years old. But despite his age there re-
mains many Of the characteristics that caused him
to be described in his youth as the ideal Of the
dashing confederate soldier He has refused to
surrender to the advancing years.
Major Stedman is regarded by all as the grand
old man of congress, and the last hero statesman Of
the south's pride and veneration. His personality
and the magic Of his face and manner have won
for him the esteem of all who know him.
His has been a most romantic life. He entered
the University Of North Carolina at the age Of is,
and was graduated from that institution in 1861.
He received his diploma. but before the commence
ment exercises responded to a call for volunteers
and enlisted as a private in the list North Carolina
regiment. He served his first six months as a pri-
vate. At the end Of that period he was promoted
from the ranks to the rank Of major. He served
under Robert E. Lee.
Major Stedman's likeness to the great Lee is
startling. In fact, Ills resemblance to the confeder-
ate leader is so great that several motion picture
companies have endeavored to persuade him to take
the part Of Lee in films. These offers, however, he
has steadfastly refused
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1929-04-12
Health and Right Living
BY ROYAL s. COPELAND, WI. ID.
Former Commissioner OF Health.

Have you noticed that some OF
your friends are never without the
"sniffles"? They appear to sniff
and sneeze on the slightest pro-
vocation.
1t Is a remarkable fact that some
persons appear to have no resist
ance TO whatever it Is that causes
colds. Why is this?
There are certain conditions
which the doctors call reflex
troubles. That is, the real cause
OF the disturbance may be a long
way off, and the symptoms do not
give a direct clue to the real all
ment.
Some attacks Of sneezing are OF
this type. In nervous persons they
may be the effect of a reflec. Wom-
en-, perhaps more than men, may
be afflicted in this way. At GER
tain periods they may never be
free Of the symptoms we usually
describe as a cold"
Then, we meet other persons who
have very poor resistance to disease,
to colds, particularly. If they
don't watch out, they suffer from
one cold after another.
Such persons are likely to be
n~eglectful of their eating and other
habits. The digestion is sluggish
and the lower intestine is blocked
with food waste.
1t is a very interesting thing that
indigestion, constipation. bloating,
heartburn and other familiar
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1929-04-12
UNDERGROUND r4 = 53x5 :4Ssr
BY J.JEFFERsoN FARJEoN mua.ras~An-A-~A~t.
cspyrish. 1876. b Central Pres Association. Ire

1.-THE lower road, I believe the
porter called it," interposed Charlie
That's right. Lower moor road
Gloomy old house on the right side
Of the road. Wonder if you know
it?"
Would 1t be Coomber 'Ouse,
wonder now?" queried the maid.
"Ah, that's the name!" cried Ru-
pert. "Coomber House. I'll bet its
hautned!"
Again the maid proved disap-
pointing. At least, she said nothing
But perhaps her eyes spoke.
Tell us-is it?" demanded Char
lie. blatantly, since subtlety had
failed.
We'll, sir-there's some think II
is" replied the maid.
mo! Really?"
cay sir. We've got a gentleman
,stayin' with us now who says it is
I think he belongs to the Physical
Research or some such name.
There's supposed to be dead miners
there, lamps and all"
We'll, I'm dashed!" exclaimed
Charlie.
DO you believe it?" asked Rupert
Tell us some more"
CTO BE CONTINUED
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1929-04-12

me for being eighty 10y because ]
am on the 60 all the time. Never q
day passes that I'm not down town
and all around to see my friends.
The other day when / stopped
by the drug store to get another
bottle Of Sargon, some women were
there and they talked so much
about the Sargon treatment tat l
couldn't get q word in edgeWlSe.
But I know just how grateful they
felt because Sargon certainly put
me back on my feet and restored
me to good health.
Il suffered with stomach trouble
for ten years. / had indigestion all
the time and everything 7 ate dis
agreed with me. I had heartburn
all day long.
MY liver was sluggish, my in
testines we're clogged with poisons,
and I suffered terribly from constl-
patton. / took all sorts OF strong
purgatives but they gave me nc
permanent relief. l could hardly
sleep at nights.
"Sargon is different from any
thing else in the world, and as a
strengthening, invigorating tonic
it has no equal. 1t just made my
stomach like new with its soothing
effect and / don't have an ache OK
pain in my body. My nervousness
Is gone and my sleep Is sound ana
restful. The Sargon Soft Mass
Pills were just the thing to tone UP
my sluggish liver and put it back
to work. Their laxative action is
gentle but thorough and I am
tirely relieved of constipation.
Everybody says 1 am looking
thirty years younger and I'm feel
ing as young as / look"
The above statement was made q
few days ago by w. M. Blow, well
known retired farmer who lives ar
2708 Avenue f., Fort Worth, which
has been his home for the pas
eighteen years. w
Sargon may be obtazked III
Brownsville from CisneroSs Drug
Stores; in La Feria from Malone
Pharmacy; in San Benito from
Palace Pharmacy; IN Los Fresnos
from Butter Drug Co, and in Rio
Hondo from Rio Hondo Drug Store
ADV.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1929-04-12
Mrs. Gam Wins a Victory

With the social status Of Mrs. Edward Everett
Gam, sister and official hostess of Vice President
Curtis. officially determined, the Hoover administra-
ton viii be able to turn TO the next serious problem
confronting II.
1t has been decided by the diplomatic corps. st q
meeting in the British embassy, that the good lady
4 entitled 20 rank and honors usually accorded
the wife Of the vice president.
This decision viii bring . sigh Of relief TO an anx-
Eous and excited American public.
II now Will be unnecessary to refer the case to
.hs world court for q decision. as had been suggest
Al by Senator George ". Norris of Nebraska In q
letter 10 Secretary Of state stimson.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1929-04-12

signs OF delayed digestion, may be
forerunners OF a cold and may re-
suit in repeated colds. The system
appears TO be poisoned and, in con-
sequence. the vitality Is lowered.
Nine times out Of ten a sore
throat is accompanied or preceded
by constipation. TonSilitis, even, or
"quinsy sore throat" may be asso-
ciated with this intestinal dis
turbance.
What 7 am attempting to do il
to make plain that colds do not
come out Of a clear sky. Almost
invariably something has RRered
way for trouble.
Getting very. very tired may have
a similar effect. There can be no
doubt that habitual fatigue is dam
gerous. 1t does not pay to exhaust
the vital energies by such prac-
tice.
Over-worry Is another factor. 1t
causes loss OF sleep and appetite.
A few days of sadness and mental
depression will make the victim
ready for any infection that may be
passing.
Vigorous health, abundant sleep,
plenty of fresh air and exercise,
and particularly proper eating, will
keep the body in good trim and
prepared to resist disease. If you
have an endless series of colds
you must suspect that something Is
wrong somewhere in your system.
OF course, there comes a time
when the tissues of the nose and
adjoining parts may become chron-
ically inflamed. Then you have
nasal catarrh, but that Is another
story.
Get rid Of your colds BY building
up your body. With good general
health you are unlikely to have
them,
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1929-04-12
ANSWERS TO A L
OUFRIFS

A. r. w. Q-IS there any cure
for angina p~ectoris?
A.-Although there is no real def
mite cure. with proper treatment
the condition al be improved.
r. M. II. Q.-What should d
girl weigh who is Is years old and
5 feet, 6 inches tall?
A.-For her age and height she
should weigh about 100 pounds.
D. M. Q.-Would diseased ton
sis cause me to have tonsilitis7
Ayes. 1t would be wise to
have the tonsils removed. if they
r diseased.
II. K. Q.-How much should q
girl aged is. 5 feet 10 inches tall
weigh, also a girl age is, 5 feet 8
inches tall?
A.-They should weigh respect
lively about 142 and lit pounds.
Q.-I would appreciate your opin-
ion on insanity?
A.-What kind Of insanity do you
wish to know about? For further
information send a self-addressed,
stamped envelope and repeat your
question.