Evening star., 1942-02-07

@. Does cold weather affect the run.
ming Of clock7-H M.
A. The National Bureau Of Standards
says that temperature affects clocks un-
less they are specially compensated for
temperature changes Most clocks tend
to gain in cold weather and to lose in
hot weather.
@. What Is the name Of the tree that
has hundreds of roots?-O. A. D.
A. The banyan tree, which belongs to
the mulberry family, is notable for its
aerial roots. They grow from the
branches and on reaching the soil
thicken and form supporting pillars.
@. Can the flesh of the porcupine bs
used for food?-M. L. B.
A. The flesh of the pcrcupine is edible
and considered quite a delicacy by the
Indians.
@. What Is the neutral corner in box
ing?-B M
A. A neutral corner is the corner which
is not being used by any of the con-
testants between rounds for their rest
periods.
@. Are there any birds besides ostriches
that cannot f1y?-W. S. B.
A. The kiwis of New Zealand, the
cassowaries Of Australia, the emus Of
Australia and penguins are unable to fly.
Q. Have any pieces ever been written
for the violin alone, without accompani-
ment?-R. F.
A. There is considerable repertoire
OF such music, the best-known piece be-
ing the famous "Chaconne," by Bach.
@. Is school attendance compulsory In
all States?-M. E. L.
A. Since 1918 compulsory school at
tendance laws have existed in all the
States.
@. Where was Simon Newcomb, the
great astronomer, born?-C. L. o.
A. Newcomb was born at Wallace
Bridge, Nova Scotia, on March IL, 1885.
His ancestors, of New England extrac.
ton, were among the early settlers in
Nova Scotia. He worked his way to
Salem, Mass, and thence to Maryland.
where he privately studied mathematics,
Q. Can you name the three Indian
women who acted as guides or interpre-
tiers during certain exploring expedi-
tions?-M. L.
A. Sacagawea, who was known as the
bird woman" accompanied Lewis and
Clark in 1904 and 1905. The Lady Of
Cofltachequi" went with De Soto's army
from the neighborhood of Augusta, Ga.
to the Little Tennessee in 154O. Dona
Marina accompanied Cortez in his con-
quest Of Mexico
O. Why Is cat so often referred to
as pussy?-L. S. F.
A. Its origin is unknown, although the
word is present in many Teutonic Ian
guages. 1t was applied also, in the 17th
century and since, to hares.
@. What is the origin of the name Of
bridge?-B. M.
A. In the original bridge whist, the
dealer could name trump or could
bridge" this prerogative over to his
partner, and it is from this that the
name derives.
@. How tall was Maginota-N. K. A.
A. Magtnot was 6 #. 6 In. tall.
@. What percentage Of the inhabi-
tants Of Martinique consists Of Negroesf
e. B. A.
A. Negroes comprise 90 per cent Of the
population.
Q. Who developed cubism in art7-
A. K. B.
A. This form was evolved by Picasso
In collaboration with Braque.
@. How far is 1t from Niagara Falls to
the home Of the Dionne quintupletsf
r. D. II.
A. The distance from Niagara Falls
to Callander. Ontario. the home Of the
quintuplets. is approximately $40 miles.
@. What is the most popular shade Of
automobile?-T. F. c.
A. Black is the most popular color.
@. How long has the Homestake mine
IN South Dakota been operating3--d.
II. A.
A. It has been producing almost con-
hnuously since 1875.
@. In which State are the most Wild
flowers founda-F. L. A.
A. Texas claims to have more varieties
Of wild flowers than any other State. tho
number exceeding 1.4oo.
@. What u Mickey Rooney's real
name?-S. I.
A. The actors real name b Joe Yule, y.