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Evening star., 1940-03-05
Cancer Being Fought
By Exploding Atoms
OF Boron in Body
Boric Acid, introduced
Into Tissue, Bomburded
By Streams of Neutrons
BY THOMAS r. HENRY,
Star Stan Correspondent.

NEW YORK, March 5.-Planting
cancer with exploding mines-atoms
Of the elements boron or cadmium,
which go off when hit by slow neu-
trons-is revealed by the American
Society for the Control of Cancer
IN reply to QUESTIONABLE submit
ted by newspaper science writer's.
This new method, still in highly
experimental stage, is being devel-
oped by DR.. F. G.. Kruger at the Uni
versity of California and constitutes,
the committee says, highly prom
Using field.
For some years fast streams of
neutrons-heavy, elementary parti-
cles Of matter which have no elec-
trical charge-have been directed
against cancer tissue like machine
gun bullets. Although fairly good
results have been obtained, these
have not been better than those
achieved with X-rays or radium.
The new method is based on a
radically different principle. Boron
Is planted in the tissue. Against it
are directed streams of slowly NOV
Ing neutronS. These hit the boron
atoms and are captured. For a
brief instant the two stick together,
and then the combination explodes.
Particles Kill Cancer Tissue.
1t amounts to transmutation of
elements, the ancient dream of the
alchemists, within the body. Each
atom of boron splits into an atom
of lithium and an atom of
helium which fly apart at enor-
nous energies. The two fragments
kill cancer tissue in their paths.
Said DR.. G. Failla, physicist of
Memorial Hospital, New York: Cal
culation shows that the amount of
boron required to produce a
significant increase in ioniza-
ton is not large. The ex-
periments show that the in
PRODUCTION of boron in the form of
borlc acid in amounts which are
tolerated by living tissue increases
markedly the biological effect pro-
duced by neutrons. This may prove
to be of considerable value in the
treatment of deep-seated cancers
with high-speed neutrons. 1t con-
stitutes distinct advantage which
neutrons have over high-voltage x
rays. Attempts have been made in
the past to enhance the effect of
X-rays in a somewhat analogous
vay-that is, by the introduction of
hight atomic number elements in
the living tissues-but they have
not been successful.
The Limitation.
However, in treatment of cancer
there is one limitation which ap-
plies to both methods, and that is
the difficulty of retaining within
the tumor the material intro
duced to enhance the effect. The
material should remain in the tu-
NOR without diffusing to adjacent
normal structures during the time
that the radiation is administered.
Nothing has been found thus far
which IS selectively or even differ
entially absorbed by cancer tissue
to an appreciate extent. There
fore one must resort to the me-
chanical introduction of the desired
substance into the tumor mass, ad-
ministering the radiation before it
Evening star., 1940-03-05

has diffused out and has been car
ried away by the circulation.
In spite of obvious limitations it
appears probable that some method
based on this principle will prove
of practical value in the treatment
of cancer with high-speed neutrons
Very little therapeutic work has
been done with neutron beams as
such, but it does not seem probable,
priori, that the results will be
much better than those obtained
with high-voltage X-rays. On the
other hand, the combination of fast
neutrons and some element which
captures the slow ones in the tumor
mass may readily turn the scale in
favor of the neutrons."
Preventing Cancer.
At the same time it was revealed
that two English workers had been
Evening star., 1940-03-05

derstood. Inasmuch as 1t seems
likely that common or similar chem
ical conf1guration characterizes the
action of given hormone, whether
in mouse or man, the degree of
applicability Of results obtained in
one form TO- the problems of the
other is apt to be high"
Evening star., 1940-03-05

issuance Of q hard liquor license
renewal in the Petworth area"
A request for clerks for the ele-
mentary schools, especially for those
Of 500 or more students, was referred
to the Education Committee for
study.
President Daniel B. Lloyd an
nounced that the associations
annual banquet will be held Tuesday,
April %.
The association met in the Whit
tier School.
Evening star., 1940-03-05
House Votes $500
For Dr.. Moore's Portrait

By the Associated Press.
A proposal to acquire for the
Smithsonian Institution an oil
portrait of DR.. Charles Moore
former chairman of the Fine Arts
Commission, won the approval OF
the House yesterday. A bill authniz-
ing payment of $4,000 for such por-
trait to be painted by an American
artist was passed and sent to the
Senate.
In recommending approval OF
the bill the House Library Commit
tee said that DR.. Moore had de
voted SO years to the development
of the National Capital"
Evening star., 1940-03-05

Watch the car behind the car
ahead of you.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12

the good lines of the dress with
surplus yardage of yelling. Short
and half-length wells vie with full
length. trailing ones.
A beautiful gown OF off-white
lace is slightly Spanish in feeling
and is shown with a matching lace
mantilla instead of the traditional
veil. One of sleek satin has
dropped waistline outlined with
scrolls OF self material.
Miss Morgan features a fine Sc
lection OF dresses for maids-of-
honor and bridesmaids at low
budget prices. And each model is
sure TO be a useful dinner dress
after the wedding. Velvets. taft
feta. lace and faille in wonderful
autumn colors are used.
It's new 10 dress the attendants
in soft, gayish shades Of blue.
rust and yellow rather than In
vivid fall foliage colors. Ostrich
headdresses for bride as well as
maids are shown a great deal For
the mothers of the bride and the
groom. American designers like
odd blues and greens and a soft
rose shade which they call "dregs
Of wine"
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12

Designed to soften and slender
ize mature lines-yet as youthful,
and o-the-minute as can be-
that's the fashion story Of Pattern
4377. It's an Anne Adams jacket
ensemble that you'll wear day-in,
day-out. The short or three
quarter-sleeved dress is most be-
coming in itself, with three slim
ming panels to its skirt front.
See how the soft-cut bodice is
darted for neat fit at the should
ers and above the waist. A
revers-trimmed neckline is casual
and young, especially If you add a
little bow or buttons. Or you might
prefer the simple V-neck version
gray with lace edging. The
straight-hanging jacket gives a
figure concealing effect that
larger women will appreciate.
Pattern 4377 is available in
women's sizes "a. SO. IS. 40, AZ,
a., as and IS. Size SO. dress, takes
s7s yards 80 inch fabric.
Send Is cents in coins and two
tax tokens for this Anne Adams
pattern. Write plainly, Size. Name,
Address and Style Number.
The new Anne Adams winter
pattern book takes the American
way to fashion, with its many
colorfpl pages of original designs.
There are lust right" patterns
for every age: every type of
American girl and woman. You'll
find spirited styles for fodder.
'teenster. collegiate. young-msr-
ried and matron. Latest sill
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piecers. home-maker modes. af-
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presented. Send your order now,
Book Is cents. Pattern Is cents,
book and pattern together, IS
cents and three tax tokens.
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problem wife
By LOUISE HOLMES

The anger went out Of her.
I'm sorry, too. VIII you take
me to lunch, Terry?"
II can't" he said with regret.
II have accepted an invitation TO
dine with the samp family. The
pensioners often take pity on
me. It's my pathetic bachelorhood,
you know"
rs it pathetic ?"
81 haven't found it So"
At this moment Dick Samp
plunged in from the street. Look.
Carlisle" he shouted, blinking in
the dimness. Have you seen that
girl? Where did she go? Oh, I
beg a thousand pardons-"
Terry said, This is Miss Van
Walter, Dick. Richard Samp. JAM"
He introduced himself TO me
during service" Jan said de-
murely. How do you do, Mr..
Samp.
Il do all right" He burst into
a youthful laugh. That purse of
yours-did you hear 1t Carlisle
orchestration by Miss Van Walter
Gosh, it was funny" The smile
vanished. "Say-you're not The
Miss Van Walter - Lordhelpus =
well, I'll be a sun tanned boot
owl"
Jan bridled. II can't help il.
You can't 'Nelp who your father
happens to be-"
Don't l know il ?" Dick rolled
his eyes and threw up his hands.
You should meet my father. Miss
Van Walter. He's got this father
business by the tail"
Jan laughed. Dicks effervers-
cence appealed to her. She was
accustomed to his line Of patter.
II must be running along" she
said will one of you nice
gentlemen call cab for me-"
I'm take you" 1t was two male
voices in chorus.
Don't bother. You'll be late for
dinner"
Dinner" Dick shouted. That's
it. Come home to dinner with me.
We're having roast beef and the
parson."
"oh, I'm afraid your mother"
mo such thing. She'll be de-
lighted. Wait, III give her a
ring"
They heard him say. Put on
another plate. Nom. Company's
coming. That's what I said. Bye. !"
He returned to them smiling
wickedly. she said swell - she
said goody-goody-"
Terry looked doubtful. Jan. who
Continued on Page IL. Column 81
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CHAPTER THIRTEEN

CHAPTER THIRTEEN
Jan moved away from Terry and
he grasped another hand, voicing
unconscious thoughts as to the
beauty Of the morning. Jan de-
parted. went a few steps along the
sidewalk and entered the Sunday
school door.
Unobserved. she surveyed the
back OF Terry's head until the
foyer emptied. Terry stood his
ground, at the same time casting
quick glances at the street door.
He conversed for moment
with two elderly gentlemen. Co
ing with them to the steps, he
glanced TO right and left. Jan
smiled to herself.
Hes looking for me-" she
thought. When he STROBE back
into the foyer, a puzzled frown on
his good looking young face, she
stealthily walked up behind him.
20. Or. Carlisle" she purred in
perfect imitation If Miss Selina's
rhapsodies, your sermon rolled
'em in the aisles. you knocked 'em
down in the other alley" she
fluttered and twittered.
Terry laughed with a note Of
vast relief. Though you'd es-
capped" he said.
1T would serve you right If !
had
He sobered. what brings you
to Bridgetown. JAM"
Curiosity" she told him.
well, is your curiosity salts
fled ?"
mot quite"
when did you come ?"
Il drove. I got in last night"
He started to say, why didn't
you cali" then changed his
mind.
You made good time"
II was in hurry"
Come alone 20
"Mippy is with me"
'Mippy7"
"She takes the place of the
mother I should have. She was
my nurse. Now she's my armed
guard"
II see" He kept looking at
her in breathless sort of way
A glad light flickered in his eyes.
his mouth was little grim. Are
you staying long ?"
That depends upon circum-
stances" Annoyance heightened
her voice. Are you through ques-
tioning me, Terry? I'm no immi-
grant. I don't have to show pa
pers 10 get into your silly town"
Sorry"
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Modishly Slim Lines Prevail
In October S Wedding Gowns

The smartest wedding gowns for
October brides follow the general
fashion mode in both silhouette
and trimmings.
There are slim, streamlined
bridal dresses thar mold the fig
ure from neckline TO below the
knees. where fullness, ending in
a train, begins. There are stun
ming bouffant models with fullness
starting well below the hipline.
And in this latter category there
are basque bodices that dramatize
the hips. allowing waistlines al
most completely to disappear.
Appliqued motifs, gold and jew
eled embroideries, touches of
sequins and lace inserts are used
on wedding finery just as they
are on clothes for all other oc-
casions.
Necklines are high. and sleeves
are long. Ivory and off-white are
more popular than dead white, &C
cording TO Therese Morgan, d.
rectress Of a famous bridal salon.
Luxurious satins and rich silk
faille are favored fabrics. with
velvet and lace bidding for second
place honors.
Wells Are shorter
There's a 1910 simplicity about
even the most elaborate wedding
costumes. This falls bride won't
lock like a hiIlowing. shapeless
cloud. floating down the aisle 10
the altar. She'll be lovely, Of
course. and stunningly dressed,
but her gown VIII be becoming
70 her figure, and she won't hide
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12

Mothers Of Bride and Groom May
Wear Short Dresses II Bride
Doesn't Wear Train or Veil.
I can't remember ever having
advised the mothers OF the bride
and groom to choose short dresses
for wedding of important size.
But IL someone asked II it would
be possible TO wear short dresses,
/, OF course. would have said yes
decidedly yes-if the bride is not
wearing a bridal dress. On the
other hand. II the bride is wearing
white with a train and veil. the
appearance of the mothers in long
dresses would certainly be more
suitable.
This is in answer to a reader
who asks: win you please let me
know what length the brides
mothers dress should be at a
morning church wedding. followed
by an IL o'clock breakfast? /
thought you answered another per-
son TO the effect that a street.
length dress was more suitable. ]
don't question you at all. but am
confused after telephoning a half
dozen of the leading New York
stores and being told that long
dresses were proper for the moth
ers of both the bride and groom.
and wonder whether ! misread
your advice"
The Signet Ring
Dear Mrs. Post: l have long
contended that signet ring Is
worn with the top of the seal near
est the fingertip so that, In other
words. the wearer may look at II.
So far as know. however, there
is no rule governing this point.
VIII you explain, IL there is, the
reasoning for your answer. and II
there isn't. will you give your
preference.
Answer: There is a very def
mite rule governing this point. You
are supposed to press the seal
down on the sealing wax without
taking the ring off. II is obvious
therefore that the base of it must
be toward the fingertips. You will
see that it is the only way you
can use il,
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12
Medicine Cabinet
Gets New Bottle

Even articles q everyday uss
are subject to streamlining in this
day % change. Latest product 70
be improved upon Is the familiar
prescription bottle First funda-
mental change in prescription
ware in more than half a century.
the wider base Of the new bottle
gives It a lower center Of gravity
and prevents It from tipping over
easily. It's handy. compact size
allows II to fit readily on shelves
OF in purses or pocketboolxs. Il
is ~drip-proof.- non-siip and has
plenty of space for labels.
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seven years old. Ny father never
did contribute a penny for myself
or my brothers and sisters although
be worked every day. When I was
only - years of age, I left home
to work and did so until was is.
When I was Is married a for
eigner Of Greek descent. We now
have five children. all nice looking
and who are all well thought Of.
Now, what ! want to know is
are my children considered as be-
longing to the white race7
Ny father. who has never cared
whether his children had shoes or
milk or any of the other necessi-
ties. has made the remark that /
at least could have married a white
man. Ny Oldest girl. a junior high
school student, has found out what
he said and doesn't hold any more
respect for him.
Ny husband Is a man who has
sacrificed everything for his child
rem and has the reputation of be-
ing wonderful father.
So to make my little girl and
myself feel at ease. will you please
let me know to what race the
Greeks and also the Russian peo-
pie belong7 How old should child
In school be 10 learn about the diff
ferent races Of people and who be-
longs TO each race
A READER.
Dear Reader: You and your
daughter may set your minds at
ease. Both the Greeks and the
Russians belong TO the Caucas-
ian or white race.
AS to your inquiry concerning
the approximate age when
child in school first learns about
the various races, should say
they should learn these facts
somewhere around the fourth,
fifth or sixth grades.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12

Personally think the girls are
swell. But. Of course. like every
one else. they have their faults
and here are a few Of them. First,
no man likes a girl who il sour
puss or a dead-pan. We like girls
with jolly dispositions. good
sense Of humor and an animated.
interesting face. Bad tempers are
taboo. and so is the continual
grin.
Also. ve dislike girls who are
always late. When they do finally
show up. they have a harried,
worried look that Is unbecoming
Girls who are always on time are
the ones who usually take more
time with their appearance. The
girls who are continually late still
look as If they weren't quite ready.
And. OF course, there is the
problem Of sloppy grooming. No
fellow wants 10 show off to his
friends, girl whose hem is
dangling or whose blouse il minus
a button or two. Ripped seams
and twisted stockings also get US
down.
After all this, please don't take
me for n sour-puss. assure I'm
not and ] still like the girls.
BOB b.
Dear Bob B.: Thank you for
your helpful letter. am sure
all Of the girls and women who
read II will take IL good
naturally and secretly thank
you for your sound advice.
To your letter I can add
few more hints to the girls who
long TO be well-liked. For in
stance. most men think that
women should pay more atten-
ton to the condition of their
shoes. II you wear leather shoes.
keep good polish on them, and
n you wear suede. always keep
q small brush handy.
Along this same line, they
would advise those of the fair
sex to keep their clothes and
hats brushed with clothes
brush made for that purpose.
not with the palm of your hand.
And then there Is the eternal
problem Of lipstick. They say,
Keep it off OF your teeth. nap
kins and gloves" To remedy
this evil. blot your lips with
cleansing tissue after each ap-
plication.
And now. girls. what advice
have you to give the boys?
Dear Miss Grey: I would like TO
get some advice from you or some
of your readers. NY mother and
father were divorced when l was
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12

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The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12
GAINS WEIGHT

Barbara Stanwyck put on Is
pounds in one day-in ankle
length wooden indies. three pairs
of heavy hose, ski trousers. two
sweaters, storm shoes and fur
lined polo coat for the winter scene
in Meet John Doe"
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12
Bv CYNTHIA GREY

Girls. II you would DC popular with the opposite sex
heed what has % say the subject Although
the criticisms in the following letter but op-
on still they give fairly accurate cross-secton of all
mems thoughts the subject So here goes
Dear Miss Grey: lot has been said your column by
girls and young concerning Some it
been little hard and then again lot of the criticism
has been just what needed for one have derived
good deal of help from those letters and thought
and I'M nne in efurn
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and & lobeIs from White Stor Tuna or
Chicken Of the SEQ Brond Grufed Style Tuna

A 75c value. for only zoe and 6 la
bells. What a bargain, Serve delicious
tuna dishes several times a week,
so that you can quickly get your first
set: then keep on doing il and get
several of these clever little salt and
pepper shakers Your family will like
this quality tuna, because there are
so many different ways of serving il,
both hot and cold Cocktails, canapes,
salads, creamed tuna, en- casserole,
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12
TEST ANSWERS

Below are the answers to test
questions printed on the editorial
page:
/. Short legs and long body.
2. Lizard.
3. Crown.
4. Evangelist.
5. A noted Swiss educator.
6. Suwanee.
Z. Lucy Stone league.
8. Salt water.
2. Love Of money.
10. Fixed.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12
DID SAMSON FEAST ON A LION
WITH STOMACH ULCER palms,

TIE Bible tells us how samson Toasted
On a lion IL isn't likely that he could
have done 50 II ne suffered after-eatiug
pains Those who are distressed With
stomach or ulcer pains gas pains, heart
burn. burning sensation. hiest and other
conditions caused ~ excess acid should
trr .sc hex e Tdsa Tablets TheF
must help ~ money refunded. At crux
StoFeS ever hSrs al.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12
Rules Given for Preventing Chipping of Nail Polish

clear base over the polish to
protect it; 2. Allow polish to dry
for 10 minutes. then dip fingers in
cold water to set it: 3. Use PEN
Gil when dialing a telephone.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12

Everyone viii agree that the
chief nail problem is preventing
the polish from chipping. LARAMIE
Day, motion picture actress. has a
few tips that include: /. Apply
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12

This fet crochet scorf will give your home distinction The
pottern three we'll thot notch
pieces for any be mode Potten 2548 conons
directions ond chorts for scorfs illustrations of them ond
stitches; noerios required Send ten ond tos
token for this pottenn The Tocono Times. Write pony
pottern number your and address,
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12

II you're not using il. sell Il with
Fast Action Times Want Ad.
Phone Main S151.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12
RECIPES
HAM cHEEsETTE RING

HAN cHEESETTE RING
Uses I N. leftover haml
2 tablespoons plain unflavored
gelatin
u cup water
Ii cups tomato juice
s-oz- package cream cheese
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
z tablespoons ieT1sn juice
2 cups cooked ham. ground
=, cup mayonnalse
Soften gelatin in ! cup cold
water. Heat tomato juice. and
dissolve gelatin In tomato juice.
Mash cheese and blend il with
the mustard and lemon juice
Slowly add the tomato juice mix
ture to the cheese. stirring con-
stantly. Cool and when mixture
begins TO fhicken fold in ham that
has been blended with the mayor
naise. Place in a ring mold and
chill. Very nice when served with
mixed vegetable salad or cole
slaw that has had small green
beans added to IL.
HAM SALAD LUNCHEON
ROLLS
III cups cubed cold ham
y cup cubed celery
2 hard cooked Eggs
3 sweet pickles
Mayonnaise 10 moisten
Z long finger rolls or round
hamburger rolls
Cut out tops of rolls, scoop or
hollow them. butter and toast
lightly. Make a salad OF other
ingredients and fill the rolls.
Garnish plate with sliced to-
matoes.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-10-12
Young Man Gives Valuable Advice
To Girls Who Would Be Well-Liked

DseIoses Dislike for Those of the Fair Sex Who Are
Bed Tempered and Poorly Groomed
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GOOD TASTE
TODAY
BY EMILY POST

Mothers Of Bride and Groom May
Wear Short Dresses IL Bride
n.e..sa Me-. T-al. n. Veil