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Evening star., 1931-04-10
ROckne's Place i'm Foot Ball
Acclaimed by Nations Press

foot ball, but Mr. Rockne always kept
competition on democratic basis"
Long before his death" comments
the Richmond News Leader, legend
mad been at work, and he was already
a hero, Titan of foot ball AS such.
as when all heroes and Titans die, his
seemed personal loss, everywhere: in
virginia, not only to the thousands of
fans who had followed and applauded
his splendid record of victories, but
especially to those who had met him
and studied under him at the William
and Mary Coaching School in 1925 and
at Washington and Lee in 1929. To
those, especially to those a guide.
counselor, friend was lost. 1t has
been said, with a disparagement that
cannot be understood, that Rockne was
less players coach than q coaches
coach. So he was. He did not merely
teach others foot ball; he taught others
to teach foot ball. and they taught it
according to Rockne'S gospel; not as an
END. but as a means to health, courage,
what you will. 1t was far more to
Knute Rockne that IL or Is dormitory
teams played foot ball at Notre Dame
than that he had developed the famous
-Four Horsemen. And this-it could
even serve as his epitaph-is inescap-
ably the fine and admirable essence of
SportSmanShp."
~ -
HE measured every inch the gentle
man and sportsman" records the Oak
land Tribune. His was a rare combi-
nation of leadership, ability, good humor
and common sense. Members of his
teams, the whole student body at Notre
Dame, esteemed him so highly and were
so confident of his talents they accepted
his word as law. So 1t was Rockne
taught them team play and co-opera-
tion. His victories upon the field were
spectacular, but no more notable than
his triumphs in training and example.
In the year which was to be his last
the Rockne team was indisputably the
best in America. Possessing stars of
first magnitude. its real strength was in
its cohesion and foot ball intelligence,
in those things which came from the
wise and kindly coach. Rockne will be
missed in the world of sports, but his
influence there will carry on"
THE man who succeeds him." AYERS
the Worcester Telegram, will have
hard job but grand opportunity. In
the beginning he will inevitably en-
counter comparison with his great
predecessor; and inevitably, too, he is
bound to suffer in the process. No man,
whatever his merits, can leap into
Rockne'S place and fill it forthwith. 1t
took Rockne himself with his super
endowment, many years OF constant
ascending, Of constant growth of pres
tige, to climb to the heights where
death struck him. But what an oppor-
tunityl-to take over direction of foot
ball at the greatest of all foot ball
colleges, to carry on in the tradition, in
the very footsteps, of the mighty
Rockne. Was there ever before such an
opportunity In the sport world? Should
the successor measure up to the stand
ard Of the last decade, his fame would
be made. Should he Surpass that stand
ard, already in the minds eye one can
see the open-face wonder and adora-
tion OF the sports pages"
Evening star., 1931-04-10
Dispatch Interpreted
AS Slap at Marines
To the Editor Of The star:

To the Editor Of The Star:
In Sundays paper there appeared an
account Of the fatal accident of Mr.. II.
H. Meeder on the Richmond Washing
ton highway as Special Dispatch to
The Star" from Fredericksburg. Va. It
Is hard to believe that any person who
lives In Fredericksburg could make the
statement which your correspondent
makes without he had intended to make
direct slur against the United States
Marine Corps. I have driven every bit
Of the highway between Washington
and Fredericksburg, and the section on
which the accident occurred from two
to eight times each day for the past
year, and can state positively that II is
Just as wide stretch OF road as any
OF the other concrete between Washing
ton and Fredericksburg, with the ex-
ception OF o few small sections that
have been recently laid. Yet, your cor
respondent states the extremely narrow
concrete highway laid by the Marine
Corps" during the World War Is thought
to be responsible for the accident. Don't
the services Of the country have to take
enough blame for this, that and the
other, without being taxed with the
death OF some civilian they know moth
ing about?
If your correspondent had been as
familiar with the road In question as
he endeavored to intimate, he would
know that the accident was the result
OF one thing. and one only, that the
driver Of the car simply failed to make
slight, very mild turn to the right,
and consequently ran OF the left side
OF the road and struck tree. II he
were crowded of the road, Extremely
narrow" though 1t may have been, in
view OF the fact that he went off the
left side. what was he doing in such a
position, to begin with? Sincerely yours,
II. r. HANCOCK.
Evening star., 1931-04-10
Jury Comment Cited
On Realty Methods

To the Editor of The Star:
should like to suggest that Mr.. Lind
say s. Perkins read the following extract
from the report of the grand Jury on
the "luncheon-lecture methods" of SELL
ing lots:
Provides No Protection"
This body has been unable to ascer-
tain anything illegal in this type of
sale, but believes that such manner of
sale OF real estate cannot be too strong
ly condemned, because 1t provides no
protection to the purchaser against
either honest default by the sales con-
Germ because Of situations over which
they might have no control or because
OF dishonest default by the sales con-
Germ.
I'VE believe that the only proper way
to accomplish these sales is by warranty
deed, and If there is not full payment
made the balance should be secured by
trust or mortgage, thereby giving to the
purchaser the maximum Of protection
and relieving him Of initiating litigation
to protect his rights as might be his lot
in great many instances under the
contract arrangement"
The luncheons and lectures are not
the most Objectionable features Of the
system against which legislation Is
recommended. N. L. DE LAND.
Evening star., 1931-04-10
Ancient City of Rome
Adopts Modern Plan
From the Flint Daily Journal.

From the Flint Daily Journal
Even the ancient city of Rome has
adopted q comprehensive city plan, one
that will take is years to complete. For
those who fear that the splendors of
this classical center will be lost in a
wave OF modernism, we hasten to as
sure them that the plan Is designed to
emphasize the beauties of certain old
sections. Yet nothing will be preserved
merely for the sake of age alone,
Rome, under MuSSolini, has come to
see that ends Of modern health and
traf1ic conditions must be served. The
scheme Is worked out on q basis of
100000 population, with provisions for
possible expansion of another million
in this figure. The outstanding features
OF the plan are the driving of two new
large arteries through the center of
Rome from north to south the cutting
of four main thoroughfares from east
to west. the building of two new rail-
road stations, thu construction of sew
eraI underground railroads and the
building of a large freight yard and
depot. Various other projects are in
cluded which look to the Identification
of the city.
The plan recognizes the need for
gradual work because of financial and
other considerations. With the present
government stringency, 1t Is hard to
imagine that Rome will make an imme-
diate, large start on the ambitious
scheme. Judged entirely on its merits.
however, the plan has met a favorable
reception in Rome and probably will be
the source OF inspiration for such plans
elsewhere.
Evening star., 1931-04-10
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS
BY FREDERIC J. HASKIN.

What Is your question? Whatever It
may be, unless 1t be q request for legal,
medical or financial advice, It viii be
answered without cost to you, and you
viii receive the reply in d personal let
ter. Write your question clearly and
briefly, inclose 2-cent stamp for return
postage and address The Evening Star
information Bureau, Frederic J. Haskin,
director, Washington, d. C..
Q. What were the titles Of the songs
John Mccormack sang in Song o. NV
Heart"2-E r.
A. The following songs were intro
duced in that production "a Fairy
Story by the Fire" Just for Today"
Il Hear You Calling Me-" "Iuoehi
Sereni Carl" "P1aisir d'Amour" and
"Minnelied"
Q. In what town In Nebraska is
everything sold strictly for cash?-T. L.
A. Bloomfield, Nebr., is said to be on
strictly cash basis.
9. What is squaw Winter?-C. B. H.
"A. The term is used to designate the
spell Of cold weather which often pre-
cedes Indian Summer
Q. Please give biography Of the late
Glare Briggs.-F. g. K.
A; Glare A Briggs. who died in New
YORK City January 8, 1880, was born in
Reedsburg, Wis, August 5, 1875. He
attended Nebraska University and at
the age of 81 started his career as
newspaper artist with the st. Louis
democrat at $40 per week. He worked
at Illustrating Tor some time, the dis
covery of his real vocation as cartoonist
coming quite by accident while work
ing on the New York Journal. Subse-
quently, working on the Chicago Amert-
can and Examiner, his ability deveIona6,
rapidly. Since 1914 he had been under
contract with the New York Tribune
ana New York Herald Tribune. Among
MS most popular series are. When 2
Feller Needs Friend, Amt it a Grand
ana GLORIOUS Feeling, MIR. and Mrs
Sklnnay, Somebody Is Always Taking
the Joy Out of Life, How to Start the
Day Wrong, That Guiltiest FeeIino and
There's at Least One in Every Office
In 1919 his boy characters were adant-
ea 70 the motion pictures and Mr.. and
MIS-. was adapted to radio drama in
1SZS-30. His books include THE DavS
OF Real Sport When q Feller Needs
Friend" Golf" and "oh Man
G. What is Roxy doing novsA
A. s. L. Rothafel (Roxy) has recent.
!y taken up his duties as impresario in
the development of amusement enter
pr1ses in Rockefeller City"
g. What Is the national flower of
L1thuania?-C. S,
A. The national flower emblem NJ
Ldthuania is the rue Tin Lithuanian,
ruta).
q. Please tell something about ma
Jollca ware.-M. M.
A.. 1t is generally claimed that the
word was derived from the Island of
Majorca, whence the first pieces of
TINS ceramic ware were imported tn
Italy. The term majolica has become
q very confused and indefinite expres-
sion and used with different meanings
The term. in its first application. re-
ferred only to the early italian Iuster-
ware. made Fifteenth century, with
transparent siliceous glaze and outer
surface OF metallic sheen in Imitation
OF the luster-ware of Hispano- Moresoue
creation. Later the early enannel-
covered and color decorated wares of
Italy were called majolica regardless of
metallic luster surface. ana the luster-
ware having Oriental style Of form and
Evening star., 1931-04-10
Court Cost Added
To Price of Lots
Tc the Editor of The Star:

Tc the Editor of The Star:
Commenting on the decision regard
ing the "luncheon-lecture" system of
selling real estate published April 2, It
Is understandable that purchasers who
made small first payment are being
permitted to continue to make monthly
payments. 1t Is very dificult-if pos
sible-to secure title TO the lots when
the full contract price is paid. The
amount unpaid according to contract
on one lot on which . first payment
Of $500 and five monthly payments Of
SIS each were made has been in the
hands Of title company since Novem-
Der 5. Every effort has been made to
secure the title and deed, without. sue
cess. There seems to be no possibility
OF securing the title without the cost
OF court action added to the exorbitant
contract price. N. L. DELAND.
Bethesda, Md
Evening star., 1931-04-10

+, treatment was termed mezza-rna aioiica.
The term in modern times has been
vulgarized into q broader definition, in
Guiding practically everything in
ceramics having glaze costing and
however, retain the more distinctive
terms. Luster decoration consists Of
lmparting metallic or pearllike
| tnacreous) sheen to the outer surface
| OF the ceramic ware by coating over
the already decorated and fred piece
with thin layer of q pigment con-
tanning either gold, silver. copper. etc,
and then firing under moderate heat.
O. What is radiology?-J. G.
a. According to Websters Dictionary.
! 1t Is that branch of science which treats
OF radioactive phenomena.
O. What does "cheyet" mean when
applied to church?-R. r.
A. Chevet, In French, means "a NIL
low" The term is applied to the
eastern extremity Of o, church with
surrounding chapels It corresponds to
that part Of the cross on which Christ
pillowed His head.
@. Where is the Inn Of the Bells in
California?-W NJ.
A. 1t Is at Riverside and houses the
collection Of Frank A. Miller, which
contains over 300 specimens from many
foreign lands.
Q. Why did Ras Ta6ari wear lion
names IN his headdress ct the corona
tton?-G. II.
A. Lions have always been the sym
Dol OF the rulers Of Ethiopia. Baby
hons are permitted to play around the
steps leading up to the throne. Con-
quering Lion Of Judah" Is one Of the
names which every Ethiopian emperor
adopts.
q. How many of our Presidents have
been book collectors?-J. B. L.
A. According to statement made by
Or. "A. s. w. RoSenbach of Philadelphia.
Washington, John Adams, Jefferson and
Hoover are book collectors.
@. Is the word "dirigible" accented
upon the first or second syilable7-
F. A. r.
A. For correct pronunciation thu word
Is accented on the first syllable.
O.. What proportion of American
Iamlnes earn enough to be required TO
r. z. NJ
A. An unofncial survey reveals the
TACT that less than 10 per cent Of the
families in America have incomes sum
cient to file income tax reports.
Q. Please give an account Of the nine
young women and the 2S-cent diet
B. r.
A. Nine girl students and instruetorx
OF the Washington Missionary Colieee
at Iakoma Park, D. c., for four weeks
ilved on diet costing not more than
2S cents a day apiece. 1t is said that
tne girls gained weight during the ex-
pertinent. The diet consisted Of cotsara
cneese, eggs, peanut butter, soy bean
milk, with a liberal supply Of tomatoes
and oranges. The girls are said to have
enjoyed every meal, and this Il at
tributed to the fact that they were
not permitted to eat between meals.
Desserts were served only three time
week: The 28-cent menus were pre-
pared by Miss Ida p. Rodgers Of the
Bureau OF Home Economics. and 4
member Of the Presidents Unemplove6
committee. She was aided by officiaIs
OF the Red Cross and the Public Health
service, while the menus were checked
py Miss w. Howe of the washington
Sanitarium.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Once the most spectacular figure In
aviation, Charles Lindbergh politely
breaks records. 1t is wise public per-
sonsge who knows when 1t is time for
some one else to have a turn at the
spotlight.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Favorites Of stage and screen do not
hesitate to name very large figures In
lawsuits for salary. The liberal esti-
mates placed on what the public has
been or would be willing to pay should
be taken as a hopeful indication OF a
basic prosperity which remains undis-
turbed.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

With last Summers experience in
mind, students Of farm needs might
evolve some system Of drought insur-
ance which would enable the patient
agriculturist to proceed with more conf
dence.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

kid" Mccoy had many friends when
he was q prize fighter, but lost most
Of them when he was convicted of an
offense 20 unsportsmanlike as man
slaughter. Pugilism. while popularity
regarded as rough occupation, h not
exempt from certain ethical restraints
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Men in public life are often, in great
degree, creatures Of popular imagina-
ton. This was not the case with
Nicholas Longworth. It was never
necessary for him to impress by arti-
fcial assumption. He was no less
beloved by those who knew him closely
than he was admired by the public in
whose eyes he was q figure known
chiefly by his responsibilities.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

German statesmen are studying
Hindenburg's popularity and perhaps
wondering how often . president has to
be reelected to become virtually
dictator.
Evening star., 1931-04-10
SHOOTING STARS.
by PHILANDER JOHNSON.

A Friend.
A friend whose voice mid Merriment
Was lifted with the best;
A friend who unto Sorrowing lent
The word Of hope and rest
Whatever honors he may zee.
Where men for glory live,
One who a friend like this can be
Has more than Fame can give.
Evening star., 1931-04-10
Then the Fun Bev;ns

from the Fort Worth Record Telegram.
Once there was q "Know-Nothine"
political party. Signs of the times in.
cline strongly to the need for one made
up OF those who know too much"
about both Of the others.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

CermaA has already moved into
Chicagos city Hall. and that action
was only a small part Of one Of the
busiest moving days on record.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

From the Kalamazoo Gazette.
Now one of our photographers comes
forth with the definition of promoter"
As . man who cheers loudly and then
tries 10 nnd out why.
Evening star., 1931-04-10
LimeliRht for King.

From the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
King Prajadhipok of Siam lighted
candles when he departed for America,
possibly as a ceremonial token of the
limelight that will soon fall upon him.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

There Is one form Of investment that
especially needs disbursement
purchase Of guns for the purpose of
holding up cashiers.
Evening star., 1931-04-10
Prohibition Thoughts.

From the Akron Beacon Journal.
The advantage Of being q nobody Is
that you can come right out and say
Just what you think about prohibition.
Evening star., 1931-04-10
But Then He Wouldn't Try.

From the Worcester Daily Telegram
A Pennsylvania bank cashier argued
q gunman out of compelling him to
open the banks vault. That cashier,
says the office Nisognist, must have
been married lokE time.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

From the Fort Wayne News-sentinel.
British novelist says "Matrimony Il
necessarily kind Of war" MN, hna---
and We suppose you could consider
bachelors and old maids as "consciens
tious objectors."
Evening star., 1931-04-10
Conscript Historian.
From the Birmingham News.

Reducing 'armaments won't do 1t.
The important thing is to adopt histo-
ries that tell the same lies.
Evening star., 1931-04-10
Member Of the Associated Press.

The Associated Press is exc, lively entitled
to the use for republication of All news dis
patches credited to it or not otherwise cred
tied in this paper and also the local news
published herein. All rights of publication OF
special dispatches herein are also reserved.
Evening star., 1931-04-10
White House Home Base.

Tammany chiefs complain that Gov
Roosevelt won't play ball, but their real
worry Is that he win knock 1t out Of
the lot.
Evening star., 1931-04-10
Pictnres In Snaee

Since Einstein went to Hollywood
The Zodiac looks pretty good,
And for a motion picture show
1t makes a grand scenario.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Oar is terrible waste of money in
circus posters" said Uncle Eben. "Dey
might as well be made indestructible.
Every set looks jes' like what was pasted
up de year before"
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Fishing Activities.
In politics they play more tricks
Than any one could wish.
Such work you'll note to catch Q vote,
There Is no time to nah.
So let's repair the rocking chair
On that front porch so stout
Still fish will be, as we shall see.
Fine things to talk about.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Unappreciated CandOr.
"You have made o great many
friends"
Yes" answered Senator Sorghum.
But I'm getting too many Of the kind
who start in by saying I'm going to be
perfectly frank with you,' and then
explain that unless change my opin-
ions they can't vote for me-"
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Inevitable Music.
ITO what hospital do you wish to
be taken?" asked the kind hearted
citizen.
1T makes no difference" answered
the victim Of the crash. The radio
programs are pretty much the same In
all hospitals"
Evening star., 1931-04-10
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Evening star., 1931-04-10

@. Where Is the Inn Of the Bells in
California?-W M.
A. 1t Is at Riverside and houses the
collection Of Frank A. Miller, which
contains over 300 specimens from many
foreign lands.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Question and Counter Question.
When Mr.. Wiseboy's going strong
To prove what I believe Is wrong,
There comes to mind this question
slight:
How can he prove that he Is right2
Evening star., 1931-04-10

"A bad book" said Hi Ho. the sage
OF Chinatown, permits you no ques-
tioning and is, therefore, an even worse
companion than q bad man"
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Jud Tunkins says maybe Henry Ford
can solve the parking problem by Elm
venting 1livvers that can be stacked
on top Of one another like poker chips
Evening star., 1931-04-10

@. How many of our Presidents have
been book collectors?-J. B. L.
A. According to statement made by
DR.. A. s. w. Rosenbach of Philadelphia.
Washington, John Adams, Jefferson and
Hoover are book collectors.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Q. Is the word "dirigible" accented
upon the f1rst or second syilable7-
F. A. r.
A. For correct pronunciation the word
Is accented on the first gyIlable
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Q. What Is radiology?-J. @.
A. According TO Webster,s Dictionary,
1t Is that branch Of science which treats
of radioactive phenomena.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

Q. What does "cheyet" mean when
applied to church?-R. r.
A. Chevet, In French, means "a NIL
low" The term is applied to the
eastern extremity Of o, church with
surrounding chapels. It corresponds to
that part Of the cross on which Christ
pillowed His head.
Evening star., 1931-04-10

@. In what town In Nebraska is
everything sold strictly for cash?-T. L.
A. Bloomfield Nebr., is said to be on
strictly cash basis.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-10-23
PAWNS PANTS-PAYS
Police Sergeant Loses Job When
Trapped.

BERLIN R-Keeping his uniform
trousers In pawn for nearly four months
cost Police Sergt. Victor Lehman his
job.
He managed to get along by borrow
ing trousers from colleagues who hap
pened to be on duty-untn one day the
whole police force was called out. The
sergeant had to report in civilian
trousers and was dismissed Immediately.