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The Brussels Post, 1959-12-10, Page 3THE HOLLOW MAN — Left over from Halloween., this 'character shows .NOlot he thinks of that "frost on the pumpkin" line. 44 55 31 39 'As CA 56 II 24 45 Architectural Contrasts - - - 1730, 1960 - - - 16 Digarets (slang) IS. Turn right ID. First decimal number 20. Assistant minister 22. Abrahant's nepheW 23. Plano composition 27. nailing 31. Milkweed fluid 82. 33. Alournfill 36. Dig coal 20. Baffle 35. Decapitates 40. Firecracker 42, Chum 43. Planet 45, Not healthy 48. Windthill sail 51, Border on. 52, Vocal solb 53, wise Mari 55, Chard) officers 57. sesrtan slave 58. Jewish tisectica DOWN 1. Sooty Metter. 2, Type tit veenedet Jaeket ACROSS t. Ship's officer 8, Guide 13, Afternoon performance 14, Stupid 15, On top of 4. (lain the victory 6 Indefinite artiold 0 DisproVeil 7, Beloved 8. Small firearm 9. Ameng 10. Fall behind 11, Constantine a wit ii1 e' /.., ",sto?its* 440.0te 4.spe 48 19, 13 15' 49 2 3' 43 54 THE FARM TRW J06 51 out the hole, and he'd shaped the post, Putting tip. the boxes was much easier. It turned out. that this wasn't exactly so, For an interesting reason.. What be had done,, more. muscular, was within easy reach, of a man equipped with only two hands, What he had left for me, the easier part teguired a man with four hands, Which l• don't have, I found, at once„ that I. needed two. hands to 11.01,d up a box, and two ,more to start and' 4 take tm the screws. I ,grinned to myself, and wonderedilif he'd thought of this, We'll never know. I made out all right. I had to do a little rigging, I used the broken-off post as a prop, and got the first box: into. position and steadied, Then I center- punched for the screw holes, and by teetering on one foot and using the off knee. I was able to both hold and twist. The sec- ond box, his, went up the same way. It would have been so much easier if he had hung around long enough to hold the boxes for me while I got the screws. started,. but as I fussed and jug- gled I could hear him pounding OR El leak in his henhouse roof. Be was satisfied that the ameni- ties of mending wall had been • met, and that if, I needed fur- ther assistance I would resort to the other part of neighboring, which is "calling on." It is all right to "offer," but not' when the situation is predicated on "calling on," And, naturally, I2 didn't call on. This problem was on my side of the line, and he was busy. I took all the lagscrews up another quarter turn, to make sure, and laid down the tools. I grasped each box and wobbled it, to see if it were tight. They were tight, Solid and secure. Ready for Bud when he would come the next day with more bills and fliers. Approved by the Postmaster General, they - were now approved by me, too, and seemed to be just the right height for a buggy seat, 'as re- quired. I said, "There!" and. went into the house. By John Gould, in the Christian Science Monitor, Bang! Went The Natives' Cash By inventing their own version of the European.banking system, some natives on Simberi Island, in the Australian-administered territory of New Guinea, have- run into serious trouble. They set up, recently, as money kings or local bankers, seeking to exploit the "Cargo Cult" superstition. According to this belief, favoured tribesmen could set aside special offerings and then, one day, they would be rewarded by the arrival of A shipload of white man's gc5ods. All the merchandise aboard would be theirs. The exploiters said they had a better system to conjure forth- this desired bounty. So they in- vited villagers to entrust them with money and goods, saying these would be boxed and kept. in specially built houses, known as "house bang' bangs." "There," they told the gullible natives, "your treasure will grow." Many were deceived and handed over money and goodS, Now this primitive banking systeisijsaS been brought to an abrupt `.Milt and the ringleaders have. been:arrested.' Meanwhile, district patrol offi- cers s, are trying to undo the harm caused by these swindles. OH! MY ACHING HEAD- Have you ever noticed how much noise christmas tree nee- dles make as they drop to' the floor on New Year's morning? 12. Pipe fitting 30, Mr. Hunter 17. Vapor of the movie. 34. Appoints as 20. Quill for an winding silk 37, Itiner agent ant 21, Glossy 39. Possesses surface 41. Light touch 22, Four-wheeled 44. unclothed carriage 45. Press . 24, Sister of 48. Cord47. Maiden Julius Caesar 48. 38mber 25. Incline 49. Misery 20. Chopping 50, BuildIng Implements addition 27, Chirp 52, Flying expert 28, Capable 54. Yellow-ttifted. 29, Overwhelm mobil lag defeat Wliiir, 7 • 17 23 4•+. 34 42 Steers from a cross of Char- bray bulls and Hereford cows outranked Hereford steers in many respect in tests supervised by the Lethbridge Research Sta- tion. Results — Crossbreds were heavier at weaning; they gained more per day on feed; and they returned, 'higher hot carcass weight with greater eye of lean area. Hereford steers topped Char- bray crossbreds with a higher proportion,. of ,,choice carcasses. There was no significant diff- erence between the twegroUPS' in 4 s-dresiing -percentage; total digestible nutrient consumption per pound of liveweig,ht gain; average muscle fibre diameters of samples taken from the chief loin muscle. In these tests, Hereford bulls and bulls of Charbray breeding were turned out with a com- mercial herd of Hereford cows in southwestern Saskatchewan. The cows were bred at random. * * • At weaning -'-25 crossbred steers and 25 Hereford steers were selected at random._ They were weighed,- removed toa commercial feed lot and fed 'pi two groups to slaughter finish. Successful crossbreeding for hybrid vigor involving British beef breeds is not new to west- ern Canadian cattlemen. Ndr have the possibilities of improving the beef breeds with other imports been ignored. Thepprebred Brahman, for exampl'es is not too adaptable to 'western range conditions but when crossed 'with any of the main breeds, an offspring re- sults that has certain advantages over Herefords. The introduction of Charolais and Charbray bulls to this coun- try is also being' watched with interest by the industry for its potentialities in crossbreeding. Sunflower seed oil meal ranks high ,As a major protein supple- ment- for 'laying hens; ' judging from experimental results from the Canada Department of Agri- culture. * In rations containing 2.0 'or 2.5 Per cent fish meal, the complete replacement of other supple- mentary protein source's with sunflower seed oil Meal had no influence on: —egg production. —egg Weight. —body weight maintenance. However, when meat meal was replaced by its protein' equivalent of 'sunflower seed oil meal, and by an equivalent amount of mineral supplements, feed consumption tended to be higher, ,Since low dietary onerriv is us- ually associated with hirfb feed consumntion, it episears that the sunflower seed oil meal diet was relatively low in energy. S These experiments involved 324 pullets confined to individual cages and 630' pullets in floor pens. * * At Belleville, Ont., scientists of the Canada Department of Agriculture's Entomology Re, search Institute for Biological Control ate discovering ways of controlling Weeds by using the insects that attack then * Toadflax is not a Serious prob- lem in Ontario, Where the seeds are attacked by a beetle, but it is increasing rapidly on farm- lands in the prairie provinces, where this beetle does not exist, Beetles collected' in Ontario were liberated at Marsden, Sash., and Codesa, in the Peace rtiver district of Alberta. They died out at Marsden during a severe win- ter, but they have increased and spread in the Peace River district. * * * It is too soon to say whether or not the beetle will reduce the spread of the weed in Al- berta. It is not expected to wipe cut existing stands, as the weed spreads by underground stems, which are not attacked by the beetle, as well as by seeds. Because `of -this; a search is being made in Europe for insects that will attack the stems and roots, If, found, they will be test- ed intensively under quarantine at Belleville to ensure that they will not attack crop plants. Any that survive may be liberated in Canada. * • * Attempts to control St. John's Wort in British Columbia by liberating three kinds of beetles obtained from abroad have been only moderately successful, and a search. for other suitable insects is in progress in Europe. A leaf-eating caterpillar is be- ing tested at Belleville to see if it is suitable to control tansy ragwort in eastern Canada and 'studies on the insects that at- tack Canada thistle are -in pro- gress both at Belleville and in Europe. Moon Affects Barbers' Income The eyes of the whole world are on the moon. Now that. the Russians have sent a new rocket round the moon and space ex- perts are prophesying that man will land there before 1970, strange stories about the sup- posed mysterious power of the moon over humans are being re- called. Belief in the moon's influence on mankind dies hard. It was not very long ago that a juror in a coroner's court asked whether the death of a. woman from in juries. received in a fall from her horse might not have been caused by the full moon. "It sometimes makes suscept- ible people giddy," he said. Peasant girls in some European. countries seriously believe,'too t that the moon can help them find a husband. A girl who goes out under the harvest moon alone with a prayer book, a key, a sprig of willow, a crust of bread and certain playing cards tied up in a handkerchief ; and says the proper charm, is said to be certain to dream before dawn of the Men she will marry and learn his name. Sortie country people still wait for the new moon before they will plant certain seeds, believ- ing that plants will increase as the moon waxes but will have little chance of growth 'if plant- ed when the moon is on thy wa n Arc you one of those who dis- like seeing the new Moon for the first time through glaSs? Mil. lions of .people Still think this is unlucky. Ms also said that it's lucky to have silver in your pocket when you see it arid that money count- ed at the new Moon increases during the month. Lets of men turn over the money in their pockets when they see the new moon, thinking it'will bring them good fortune. Some Vrerichniert never hate a haircut while the Mean is on the wane because this is Unlucky, Even honeymoons ere gOVerris- cd by the Moon, according to Other beliefs. The 'happiest honeymoon's take place When there's a full moon for this "en- sures lifering happindis," Say German girls. Customers Not Always Right • To me the nicest time of day around our domestic corral is evening when our animals are relaxed: As bedtime draws near, a living carpet gradually goes down, covering the floor with mutual trust. The Dane yawns and bids the llama go about h e r business, playing time is over. The Siamese stops swat- ting at the kangaroo's tail and slips off to leap nimbly onto his favourite nighttime pillow. Pig grunts up against sleepy basset, who dozes by his traditional quarry, the deer; and the wom- bat—who sincerely believes he's a dog—snuggles alongside. Duck beds down with rooster. Skunk and rabbit share a pillow. Sheep dog offers himself as a fluffy comforter for any friend who wants it—from kangaroo to pig- let. The prairie dog burrows in among the innocent wolfhound puppies. This peaceful' nightly tableau, varying. somewhat 'with each succeeding performance, never fails to make me happy. Animals living with human Upsidedown to Prel, WIT Heekina 53N35531it 01 g H' Pi Sc: V3cl 0105 V N 1 a 83 1 3 9 V S beings In a house gain tremen- dous advantage over kennel-and stable-housed ones. The. More an animal is exposed to 11741.1WACIR the better it is able to under- stand and tolerate that strangely unpredictable two-legged spe- cies. We expose our animals not only to ourselves and working staff but to tradesmen, delivery boys, neighbours and friends who drop in, as well as business callers, reporters, photographers, and the sidewalk curious, We want our animals to become tic- customed to the confusion of hu- man activities, Since it is im- possible to train most clients to understand animal; we must do it the other way around. While the living-in compon- ent of Animal Talent Scouts is its most distinctive features, several other principles have contributed to our singular suc- cess, By believing strongly in simple common sense and by giving recognition to the dignity and importance of the individual animal, we have come up with a new conception of the animal business and given it a fresh slant—more in the animal's di- rection. In the hard. bitten animal trade there has never before been an establishment exactly like ours, Before we came along, this kind of place, in which a resident company of animals trained for professional appear- ances is maintained year-round on a permanent basis and sus- tained between engagement; „ was non-existent. Early in our business we resl- ized that everyone who works with our animals must be re- quired to give each denizen of our menagerie honest considera- tion, backed by sincere support, Otherwise there was the risk that the animal would be treated shabbily—an unfeeling object to be rented by the h o u r, then pushed aside when its tempor- ary usefulness was over. So a basic principle was established which has been firmly held against all odds. At Animal Ta- lent. Scouts the customer is not always right. Each client must measure up to the standard of the animal he or she employs— a criterion which we constantly strive to k e e p, From "Kan- garoos in the Kitchen," by Lor- rain D'Essen, Copyright, 1959, .by Lorrain D'Essen. Two men were seated in a sub- way train. One of them noticed that his friend had his eyes closed. "What's the matter, Bill?" he asked, "Feeling ill?" "No, I'm all right," answered Bill. "It's just that I hate to see all these ladies standing." ISSUE 50 — 1959 uHonr scnooi LESSON Rev It, tturvto tl arren, 04, .01) Good New for the World Tooke 20344., Acts 11:19-20 MOMOry Selection; I bring you good tidings .of great joy, which SiPtil be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which Is Christ the Lord, Luke 2t19-1.1, The poet said, "'Twas great to speak 1 world from nought, 'Twas greater to redeem," If that be true, then no won- der that beginning of the visible act of redemption should call forth an angelic choir to an- nounce it. No wonder that Satan and his servants sought to des- troy the Christ child, Much of the beauty of the Christmas story lies in its simpli- city. Anyone can understand it, The fact that Jesus was born in such humble circumstances helps us to realize that He is for us all, With Him there are no bar- riers of rank or wealth. The good tidings of great joy is for all peo- ple, The second part of our lesson tells of this good news reaching the Greeks in the city of Antioch. Many of them believed on, the Lord Jesus. When word of this reached Jerusalem, the Jewish capital, Barnabas was despatched, to the scene. He was thrilled to see that Greeks as well as Jews were sharing in the benefits of this great salvation. Under his ministry many more turned to the Lord, Then Barnabas went to Tarsus to get Saul whom he had earlier befriended in Jeru- salem. Saul came and together they pestered this church for a year. It was during this time that - the disciples „were first called 'christians'. It was very approp- riate. Disciples are people who believe in Christ and by His grace endeavour to' follow His example in their way 'of living. Over 1900 years have passed since the Good News came on that first Chirstmas morn. Still there are millions who haven't heard. There are millions of others in our so-called Christian lands, who have heard but haven't heeded. What are we do- ing about it? Are we witnessing by our lives? David said of his being lifted out of the mire, "Many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the Lord!' Psalm 40:4. He gave a verbal witness, too. He said, "I have. not refrain- ed my lips, — I have not con- cealed." "I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation." Are we passing on the Good Newsy ,09641 Neighbor And fences Ever since Rural Free 'Delis?, erg was established, our neighs bora, across the street have ;bared our mailbox post, so we met on the site the other morn- ing to discuss repairs, after gale-Wind blew it down, The' post is on my side Of the toad 9PCaVSQ the route' comes down- am, and the Post Office Depart, lient still requires that the box De located for the convenience horse-and-buggy seat, We found the post had rotted sway at the base, so it would save toppled soon anyway, wind sr no, Bud, our mailman, had :ontinued down the road when heard the thump. Before I could get out, the rain had waked the mail, and I dragged the po.0 and boxes onto the awn out of traffic. Tho...ze two boxes were new Olen the RFD system was anted, which was in 1899. Be fore that, farmers had to go to :he village for mail, and usual- ly anybody making the trip orought back the letters for all the neighborhood, The new ser- vice was cheered, and before the first driver made the route everybody had to put up a box. Manufacturers embraced the op- portunity, and there first ap- peared the phrase; "Approved by the Postmaster General!' Although the two boxes on :ur post are unlike, they were both approved, and neither is like the common box of corn. meree today, which has an end opening. Ours are originals, Antiques. Moreover, they are made heavy gauge sheet, well galvanized, and each weighs at least three times what a modern fl,FD box will. Perhaps ten times, if you get aluminum, My neighbor and I surveyed the damage and he said, "I've got a post, spruce." "Let's try spruce," I said. "This one was fir," So I got a screwdriver and wrench and he got his ,post-hole auger and cleaned out a hole. fie came lugging the pole, and with a few swipes of the double- bitted ax he beveled the top, and hewed a flat place to attach the boxes. He shoved the post in the hole, tamped in the dirt, wob- bled it to see if it were tight, and said, "There," He picked up his tools and went. home. I've often thought Robert Frost's poen, about mending wall was thoroughly outside my own experiences. It 'may. ,be. a differ- ence between Maine and Ver- mont. Seems to Me thepoet and his neighbor approached the thing with an indifference, real- ly, and were doing as an obli- gation or duty something that could otherwise have been a good deal more fun. Every time I do anything with my neighbors, I have fun. 'The fun alone is worth the trouble, and the work is all divid snd. Frost's neighbor was pitching his fidelity onsarirAphosism, vas mending wall simply • because "good fences make good neigh- bor, . thinlOt144ei'a'eb, site is far more desirable, main- ly: "Good neighborS 'Make icicid fences," I think neighboring is an opportunity'and 'add-Ilea,' not a duty to be approached mech- anically, like whipping -a -boy "for his own good." I think it's possible to bring the boy up on. fewer adages, and still find him useful; Anyway trig neighbor and I, didn't quete any old saws or investigate the' common When . he said, 'There," and went home, he signified that the work had been fairly divided, and his part of the job was dene. As soon es I attached the boxes, we'd be in busines§ again. His division was' Unchallenged, and I was satisfied. Actually; he had, done the harcrWalt: Hed l'e'arect CROSSWORD PUZZLE 53 57 ii‘Obt 27; 28 9 32 36 40 4 22 5 • 20 41 33 , 6 16 38 30 I 14 52 9 ' 21 35 14. Answer -elsewhere tm th s page V SaV H3 Naw 3 a X 1N.3d 21 V.LVNOS 330 3 .1011d aZIVM3.1. N 3 N V N 5 V n V a V 3 N 3d NO Mil n 3 I1 Vd 1 do 31 3 These examples of architecture are separated by some 230 years in time but only 30 miles in distance. You won't find this house, above, in a suburban iUbdivision. It's the Hendrick Hendrickson farm house, built in Holmdel, NJ., in 1730. Since no "improvements" such as heating, plumbing :or electricity have been made, the Monmouth County Historical Assn. was glad to accept the house from Bell`Telephone which owns the land. Below is a sketch of ,the United Nations library which will rise soon on United Nations Plaza in New York City. The marble and glass con- temporary building, which will hold 400,000 Nolumes, was made possible , by a $6,200,000 gift from the Ford Foundation,„ There will be three stories 'above ground, three below.