Bellefonte, Pa. March 26, 1926. Stories as Told Place Parrots in New Role To illustrate his belief in the fu- ture life of animals, Mr. Elliott O'Don- nell recently told the following stories to the London Times: " A lady living in Hampstead had a parrot of which she was very fond. One of her servants in a fit of rage killed it. The following day the lady was at a party, and she noticed that one of the guests, a gentleman and a stranger to her, was staring at her. Later on he was introduced, and he said to her: “Do you know why I was staring at you? It was because I saw a parrot sitting on the arm of your chair and after a while vanish.” The gentleman then described the par- rot he had seen, and convinced the lady that it was the ghost of her killed pet. Mr. O'Donnell next referred to a parrot belonging to an undertaker who had the bird for 28 years. One day It remarked to him, “You are go- ing to die soon,” and a few hours af- terward the bird itself died. Two or three days later the undertaker died. At the inquest held on him, reference was made to this incident, and the query was ralsed, “Do parrots under stand and are they clairvoyant?” Cold Welcome Given to Cargo of Bananas John S. Mackintosh, who died in ‘Washington recently, was for almost fifty years an exporter in Boston, op- erating a line of clipper ships. With every ship came some curiosity. One day a ship returned from Central America, and the master showed Mackintosh an elongated yellow fruf* that grew in clusters. : Mackintosh regarded it warily; the ship was half-full of such cargo, and his Scotch prudence was aroused. Even after he had eaten one and pro- nounced it delicious, he was not cer- tain they could be sold. “What do you call them?” he j»- quired of the skipper. “The natives call them bananas” the sailor answered. Mackintosh put them up for sale, and a few curiosity seekers bought a bunch or so. He harangued their quality and tried to impress upon the Bostonians the deliciousness of the fruit. But his venture failed. Believed in Advertising The late Nebuchadnezzar, ancient £ing of Babylon, who saw the famous handwriting on the wall, was no mod- est violet. A bit of autobiography he had inscribed on a cylinder 2,500 years ago and securely sealed in the wall of an ancient temple for posterity to dig up and read, now reposes in the Car- negie museum at Pittsburgh. Several of the opening paragraphs are gems of modest praise. He goes on to say: “I am Nebuchadnezzar, king of Baby- lon, the great, the mighty, the favorite of Marduk (Babylonian God). the ruler who knows no weariness.” Then he expatiates at great length on what a builder of temples and walls, “moun- tain high,” canals and other structures he is, and adds, “may the wise men after me, read of all my works which I have written upon the tablet.” Nebuchadnezzar was taking no chances of posterity neglecting to give him credit where credit was due.—Cap- per’'s Weekly. Historic Bells An odd wooden cage for the beav) peal of ancient bells belonging to the church of East Bergholt, near Ispwich, England, has often been noticed. This elaborate oaken cage stands in the churchyard. It was built originally in the early years of the Seventeenth cen- tury, and has been restored recently. The reason for its construction was that the projected and half-completed church tower was never finished. There is a similar, but not quite so large, timber bell-cage in the chureh- -yard of Wrabness, between Colchester and Harwich. Throughout the ages bells have been the heralds of tidings, cheerful and .-8ad, of news good and ill. Pigeons Long Popular for thousands of years pigeons have seen favorite birds with the people of many countries and in many climes, and the popularity is as great today, or greater, as In any other period of which history speaks. Rameses III foved pigeons, donated some of the finest for use in the temple of Thebes, : and Pliny told in his writings of birds ~selling for sums that would be about “$75 in money of today. He thought that price rather high, but pigeons have sold in this country within the last year for $1,300. Pigeon racing is the popular sport of Belgium.—Ohio State Journal. Compass at the Poles The department of research in ter- estial magnetism of the Carnegie in- stitution of Washington says that in the absence of any observational data at the true North pole it is not pos- sible to state to what movement, or change in direction, a compass needle at that point is subject. The north end of the compass needle at the true North pole would point approximately toward the North Magnetic pole, which is situated about latitude 70 degrees 5 minutes north and longitude p8 degrees west of Greenwich. ——Subscribe for the “Watchman.” Of Course Pop Kne:s All About Phil = nc: “Pop, my Sunday school book says to write a short story about David and the Philistines. How shall 1 be gin it?’ “Hm, Yes—David. David and the Philistines. The Philistines and David. Well, let me see: “Once upon a time there was some—there were some—people with a king named David.” “The Philistines, pop?” “Now don’t Interrupt. Just listen carefully. . . . ‘with a king named Philistine.’ ” “Aw, pop, you mean David!” *L said David. Why aren't you listening? Anyhow. . . . “I'his king of the Dav—of the Philistines wanted to conquer some people called the—» —cealled—a . . .'” J “The Philistines, pop?” “No, of course not! Why should a king want to conquer his own people? Will you listen or shall I stop?” “But, pop, David did beat Gol- Golly—or something, I—" “That's it. That's it. David and the Philistines beat the Gauls by building a wooden bridge. I remem- ber it all now. . . . ‘Well, soor after—'" “Say, pop, I guess I remember now too.” “Good! Well, run along then and Vll finish my paper.” Arrive as Strangers in National Capital One of the outstanding features of Washington's difference from other capitals of great countries is that it is not—as are London, Paris and Berlin —the most important of our cities, nor indeed a city at all in that sense, writes Maude Parker Child in the Sat urday Evening Post. Therefore most of the appointees who come to our capital come as stra gers. In other countries the chan es are that a man chosen as a cabinet member will be known in his own cap- ital and will have a wide acquaint- ance there. His social status will have been established long before he be comes part of the government, In the United States, however, a new official may come from a town as remote geographically from Washing- ton as Constantinople is from Dublin. His wife and children may have never even seen the city of their new resi- dence until they go there to live. It is possible that they may not have one friend who is a resident. This applies equally to the under- secretaries and to the innumerable men of the State department, but it is usually more acute in the cases of sen- ators and cengressmen. Sumthin’ Missin’ Aw, shucks, I ain't so crazy ’hout my father’s new machine. There's such a thing as havin’ things too fine. He went and bought the bunch of us a classy limousine. The best that he could buy—but not for mine. Ya know how people feel about a ching that’s spankin’ new. They're allus 'fraid of mars and scars and such. ‘And every time I'm in it pop’ll watch each thing I do. That's why I can’t enthuse about it much. The seats ‘er all upholstered with a cloth of silver gray, an’ all the wood and metal’s shiny bright. But that don’t: mean a thing ta me. I just found out today they wouldn't let my dog in. That aln’t right. Aw; what's the fun of ridin’, when I leave my purp behind? I hate to see him whine an’ fume an’ fuss. I don't see why my father didn’t wait and try te find a plain old common second*hand bus.—Detroit News. An Ancient Chinese Code In China, where a vast system of waterways serve to connect different sections of the country, in ancient times it was the custom to send sig- nals along the water by holding a huge metal gong close to the surface and pounding out code messages. These gongs were known by different names and were used in war to sum- mon troops or tell of enemy move- ments. There are but four or five of- those ancient primitive telegraph in- struments now in existence, according to the information I have. One such gong was sold some few years ago by ' a collector of Chinese antiques Mving |: in Chicago to a wealthy collector in London.—Mr. Woodward in Adventure Magazine. Spoiled the Effect Mr. and Mrs. Bailey were entertafn- ing friends. "Yes, I think I must get a car this year,” said the host, casually, dur- ing a lull in the conversation. *t haven't decided what make yet, buf it's no use getting a cheap one; they're sometimes so unreliable. ¥ suppose I can get a really serviceable little affair for $1,500 or so?” While the company was still gasp ing at this careless mention of wealth, Bailey junior remarked: “I say, dad, will that funny-looking man call ev- ery week for the money like he did last year when you bought the bi- cycle?’—Exchange. Doctor Was Right “Buy a car,” said the doctor, “ana get out more. You ought to take off pounds.” Speaking of the results obtained by chis prescription, the patient says: “I got a car and got out more. 1 got out six times between London and Coventry and took off flesh in four different places. Once I got out through the windshield. That seemed to take off the most flesh.,”— London Tit-Bits. Don’t Forget the Old Folks. Without appearing preachy I wish to say a few words in behalf of the aged people of this country. The thought that advanced age deprives one of all natural usefulness is erron- eous. And those who claim to be- lieve it, stamp themeslves as ignor- ant, because evidence of the falseness of he opinion is no trouble at all to find. Now it’s true, usually, that those whose earthly sojourn is lengthened far, far out into the winter life are more or less broken physically. And the twilight of age finds many too worn out in body for further active labor, eyes dim, deaf too, and perhaps the sense of touch somewhat dulled; but all this does not make of them useless creatures, no longer fit for in- telligent people to mingle with; no indeed, as barring unusual accident, the brains of those who have attained to ripe old age, are well stored with useful knowledge gleaned with pains- taking care along the wayside, and | thoughtfully garnered from their var- ious experiences. The intellect is not dead, neither is the soul numbed, but ‘it retains much of the cheery bright- ness it drank in steadily day by day. Their talk is not always dull and of no moment. There are not many peo- ple so highly educated that they can- not learn something of value by giv- ing an attentive ear an hour or two ! to the calm, grave recitals of one of the aged. And all of more youthful | years will do well to treat those aged : folks with respectful consideration, Those who feel scornful of the ge- crepit can earn some amount of self- | respect by killing the scornful | thought in its embryo stage, and give | pity its place. Go look about for those feeble ones, find how they are faring. If you find them lacking in living necessities, and no relatives to | care for them, just remember the divine “I was naked and you clothed | me” and go carry good cheer in a substantial way into the lone life, : Help them to feel that the God of | their prosperous independent days has . not forgotten them now, in this time of sad need. Sons and daughters of aged parents, though married and in ! homes of their own, are nevertheless | under bond, a sacred one, to care for | them now, in their weakness. Re- | member, they have for long years : borne heavy burdens for your sake, therefore the duty of assisting them rests upon all, so with hearty good will step forth, every one of you, join forces, unite your means and help them live out the declining days in comfort and peace. | i Allow the old folks to remain in their own homes. They will enjoy life far more in them although they may be rather shabby, than in other abodes. Take time to see to it, that their needs are always supplied. In this the little people of the house: hold can be quite efficient, willing and merry helpers, glad to potter about, doing for grandfather and grand- mother, and incidentally hear a good story. And almost without excep- tion,’ this daily contact ‘with those lingering on the border line of life, tends to develop noble traits of char- acter in children. When one parent is left usually he goes into the home of some of his children to stay and his home is turned over to other hands. The lone heart aches, with the pain of it. Don’t do it, children, | if it can be helped; just care for them in the old home if possible. Condi- tions will have to decide that for you. But whatever and however it’s arranged, do not, in high heaven’s turn them over to the cold care of strangers, as many people are doing now all over the land. There has crept in a tendency to substitute the work of organizations for individual effort. If possible care for them in their declining years yourselves for soon, very soon, you will be the old people yourselves and will want to be cared for by your relatives.—Reader. There is’ much truth in the above article. Sometimes we forget the get that they enjoy life even if they are not active and that they enjoy their own firesides. fail to appreciate our elders. Many enjoy their company and realize that they bring to us of the younger gen- eration encouragement and cheer. Many an elderly person is truly happy in a new home and there are some who enjoy life in institutions, al- though usually it is a trying experi- ence. fm Hh i i TH a KEEPING (a vegetable aperient) taken at night will help keep you well, by toning and strengthening your di- 4 on = Lor [0 . Shh DIN be TABLETS DR) NR JUNIORS—Little Nis One-third the regular dose. Made of the same ingredients, then candy coated, For children and adults, SOLD BY YOUR DRUGGIST RUNKLE’S DRUG STORE, CHICHESTER § ice ah Announce Penn State Summer Fea- tures. Three special institutes are to be maintained as a feature of the com- ing Summer session at the Pennsyl- along lines similar to the French in- stitute established two years ago and now enjoying a national reputation, and to the Instutute of Music Educa- tion, announced some weeks ago as a new feature of the 1926 Summer ses- Other features announced for the session which starts July 6 and con- tinues until August 14 are: Spécial courses in rural school organization and management; adminstration and comfort of elderly people. We do for- | & But not all of us | 9 out of their varied experiences of life | &X FLIS | supervision; a demonstration school; home economies; industrial education; agricultural education; and courses arranged for school nurses, health specialists and library workers in co- operation with the American Red Cross and the State Department of Public Instruction. vania State College, according to a preliminary announcement this week from the office of Dr. Will Grant Chambers, dean of the school of Ed- ucation and director of the Summer session. Public school teachers of Pennsylvania are showing particular interest in this latest form of special- ized training offered by Penn State. The newest development to meet the needs of school teachers is the organization of an Institute of Eng- lish Education. It will be conducted Caldwell & Son Bellefonte, Pa. Plumbing and Heating sion. The English institute will offer a special group of courses arranged for teachers of English in the second- ary and higher schools of the State. Some prominent writers will be in- sructors and visiting lecturers at the institute. Vapor....Steam By Hot Water Pipeless Furnaces NE ANIL UO SAAS APS SS Full Line of Pipe and Fit- tings and Mill Supplies All Sizes of Terra Cotta Pipe and Fittings ESTIMATES Cheerfully and Promptly Furnished 86-15-tf Our showing of New Things that Men and Boys will wear for Easter Are Different Suits, Top Coats Hats, Shirts and Ties New.--And the Last. Word in Style Priced Honestly FRIDAY APRIL 2 SATURDAY APRIL 10 $12.60 Round Trip from Proportionate Fares from Other Points For details as to leaving time of trains, fares in parlor or sleeping cars, stop-over privileges, or other information, consult Ticket Agents, or David Todd, Division Passenger Agent, Williamsport, Pa. Similar Excursions June 25 and October 15 Pennsylvania Railroad The Standard Rallread of the World Let us show you. We will not only please you---but will also undoubtedly save you money. Faubles Time-Payment Sale On Saturday March 27th, 1926 we start a new innovation in a “ TIME-PAYMENT SALE?” —listing our Entire Stock of Watches and Rings in this sale. “A small initial payment down with the purchase of the ‘Watch or Ring, and the balance paid in equal monthly in- stallments according to the scale shown: Up to $5.00-___$2.00 down, $1.00 per month $30.00to $40.00 $ 8.0odown, $ 6.00 per month $5.00 to $10.00 3.00 2.00 e 40,00" 50.00 10,00" 7.00 ’ 10,00 *° 20,00 5.00 4.00 5 50.00-‘“ 75.00 15.00. °° _ 10.00 ' 20.00 ** 30.00 5.00 ** 5.00 4 75.00 ‘‘ 100.00 20.00 ‘‘ 15.00 of $10c.00 upward—by arrangement This will not be an opportunity for the ‘‘dead beat’’ to obtain our merchandise on credit, as we will refuse to sell to them. The sale is simply to give everybody a good opportunity to buy our useful and lasting merchandise on TIME PAYMENTS, thereby enabling so many to own a beautiful Watch, Diamond or Ring that other- wise might not ordinarily be theirs. Watches for Men . . . Watches for Women Rings for Men . . . . . . Rings for Women All in Yellow, Green and White Gold Watch Our Window----Sale One Week F. P. Blair & Son Jewelers.....Bellefonte, Pa.
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