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Kissing Dubbed Enemy to Longevity • • $ » # * • * • Cola, Heartless Science Issues Warning That Kissing Endan gers Life-span—Some Even Take Four Minutes of Allotted Span. Sir—2^ , UVATK? i. wOTf-t Anna May Voucv Greta Garbo ah^JohmjGim . (By ALICE ALDEN.) New York.—The kiss Is an enemy M longevity. This is the startling finding oi various distinguished scientists, who realising that osculation has some effect on the cardie organ, set out to see just what damage the kiss really does. And their experiments tecluded not only the long, linger ing kiss of lovers and the, hurried peck of hubby jumping for the 8:15, but the effect of a movie kiss on movie-fans. We have been repeatedly warned by bearded savants that the kiss was unsanitary, a carrier of deadly germs. But did lovers heed the dire warning? Not a bit of it. But per haps they will heed the latest warn ing which tells of the danger to the life-span when lipe meet lips in a kiss of lover-like duration. Such a kiss means, according to cold, heart less science that from one to four minutes is knocked off the span of life. And to bnek up whereof they speak, these unsentimental fan finders bring with them all kinds of mechanical contraptions and charts with which to prove their state ments. Doctor A. J. Eaves, famous for his research work in the realm of elec tricity has submitted the kiss to the laboratory and tells with cold pre cision just how many kisses knock fcRT, ^LTPE VeLEX, off how many minutes of our lives. During a series of exhaustive tests, he counted every heart throb that followed ft kiss. And this is what he found: A short, snappy and perhaps slightly sentimental kiss showed it self equal to 180 seconds of exist ence. Two hundred and eighty kisses take one full day of life. Reckon the rest for yourself. And the loverllke kisses Doctor Eaves found, may count as much as from eight to ten minutes of our lives. Scientists the world over have also been working along the same lines. And various reports seem to indi cate that men and women vary in' their nationalities. Couple from Tobet who were subjected to tests under a supersensltlve stethoscope did not react much. Their heart beats did not rise to more than ten above normal. But several Cau casian couples, under the same test, showed heart beats from TO to M above normal. Doctor- Eaves’ experiments were particularly interesting. He selected a blonde, and a brunette and Invit ed 26 men to kiss them in turn while special apparatus registered the heart, beats of the various sac rifices to the cause of science. The men selected Included office work ers, actors, and a gang foreman. The experiments revealed that the. In a Turkish HaR£KJ brunettes were fat- more susceptible and responsive than blondes or red heads. And the gang-foreman was the winner as far as raising the heart beats was concerned. When he kissed the brunette she register ed 66 above normal while the blonde registered only forty. And the same brunette smashed the apparatus to splinters when she was kissed by a musician. And so it Is demonstrated! by science that artists nre danger ous, Just as the novels and short stories hav? always claimed. A doctor in Prague, Czechoslava 'kia carried the tests still further. He hired a'private box in a movie house where a Hollywood picture was being shown. His tests were made on eight boys and eight girls with an age range of from 6 to 32. ! They were wired to his stethoscope. | The experiment demonstrated that every one of the boys and girls were stirred from 6 to 75 heart beats above normal simply by watching Hollywood's best kiss on the screen. According to science, then the kiss Is doomed. But the personal element has a way of upsetting even the most severe and calculating findings of science. And the mooted scientific campaign to suppress the kiss might find itself not at all wel come, even In scientific realms. Speeding The Parting Guest '“Boss, will you all give me about h dollah? Our pastor Is gwine away and we all wants to give him a lit tle momentum,” 666 Is a doctor’s Prescription (or i Colds & Headaches a is the most speedy remedy knows 666 also in Tablets Seeks Accounting of $10,000,000 Estate The Princess 1-aura McDonald Stallo Rospigliosi, with her hus band, Prince Francesco Rospigliosi, is seeking' an accounting in the Supreme Court, N. Y., of what once was the $10,000,000 estate of her grandfather, the late Alex ander McDonald, Standard Oil magnate. She Fi\e<l Him. “Do you mean to say,” asked the magistrate, "that such a physical wreck as your husband gave vou that black eye?” The woman smiled proudly “K wasn’t a physical wreck, your worship,” she said "till 'e gave me that black eye,’" “My husband has no idea v, hat I go through when he snores.' said a woman w#ness last. week. We have a suspicion that it may be his pock ets.—The Humorist. HOSIERV HOSI’ITAU Inc (Of I'harlflilf N c.) Branch 4t iVIfs. Iljrfnon’9 lleintiltelling Shop * ndpf i htM oUip Ahap) KnUtfd Goad* NmU.t | Ktp»lr<*a. Mott Mo*t n« l.ftontfcr**- l Businets Tramp— Can you spare me a pair of very old shoe*? Lady—But those you have on look like new. Tramp—I know, ma'am and that’s what's ruining my business. A (ireat^ Health Food Golden Crown Syrup in the great health food that has at the same time a most tempting delirious* ness of flavor. * Vitamins, dextrose and iron—vital elements that supply health, growth and energy. Is found abund antly in this famous food. So many ways to enjoy Golden Crown — over hot biscuits sr rolls or waf fles, French toast or plain toast—in the morn ing or any other time of day. Spread generonsty over bread, and delight the FREE BOOK of Southern Recipes Sent on, Request. Stauart, Son A I no., Co, Seeing The Passion Play And The Quaint Bavarian People; World Famed Music Composers (Another installment of a series of articles written for The Star by Miss Kathleen Hord on My Trip Abroad') After Dresden we visited Prague, the capital and chief city of Czecho slovakia, and formerly the capital of the Austrian province of Bohemia. We arrived about 9:15 and was Just In time to see -» most beautiful sun set. We had a room on the fourth floor—that's as high as well get 1 suppose—for the hotels aren't built very high, however they are usually a block long which makes the halls seem miles when one is in ft hurry to go somewhere. Cemetery 1870 1 ears Old. Next day v.e had a most interest ing sightseeing trip of the city. We visited the oldest cemetery In I hr world. It was begun 60 A. D. There are said to be 60,000 people buried In it. six and seven are buried on top of each other. The cathedral be longs to the 14*h century, and also the university, founded in 1348 by Charles IV. The cathedral Is the sixth largest in the world. There Is a liberty bell in the city which was given by the U. S. to the "Czecks" In 1918 when they wort their freedom. The city’s population is 700,000, Home of Famous Composers Next Is the capital of Austria Vi enna, which is situated on the Dan ube river. Many famous composers have lived and worked here: Mozart, Bach, Lehar, Strauss and others. Vienna Is still the capital of music. St. Stephens cathedra* is a noted example of Gothic architecture. We visited the famous castle of Maria Theresa—I shall have to say now— It was the most beautiful and seem ed more like a real home than any other X went In. It was begun in 1813 by Charles V and completed many years later, there are 700 kitchens and 1400 chambers. Imag ine it! We were taken through 5G of them, and stayed in each room about ten minutes, Just long enough ! for our guide to explain the furnl-1 ture, pictures etc. The drive leading ' to the palace Is beautiful with Its flower beds and linden trees. At the rear of tlie ualace is the famous \ fountain of Neptune, done by a Ro man sculptor. The marble of which it is made was' sent lrorn Milan, Italy. The reception room of Marra Theresa has & hand-painted ceiling, and the walls are gold and white. In the throne room there are ten real gold chairs. In her dining room the table is set as if it were to be used soon. I noticed the forks were turned down (points down) instead of up, as we fix ours. All the silver was gold! Wonder of Cablegrams. In the afternoon—by the way— this is July 4th and toother's birth day. I sent her a cable about 11 o'clock. She told me shp got it at 3 that afternoon -Just think. 5.000 miles away from home, and a cable going so quickly. Another sightseeing trip of the famous linden forests, and the castle of Coblenz. Oh our way up there we wen* through old Vidnna and saw Schubert's home, also the Praiter, or large amuse ment park-»our county and state fairs are very small compared with this place, and of all queer things to get dizzy on—I never saw the like —I stayed off them. The population is 1,850.000. The Passion Play *. Ilonic. The next morning we left for Munich and from there to Oberam mergau where the famous Passion Play is given. We got there for late supper—first though, iet me tell you about our greeting from its inhabi tants. Boys were to meet us—they knew enough English to ask us for our tickets so they could tell which home we were to go. But the funny I part—none of the boys had ever [ shaved or had a haircut—some were beautiful and looked too much like girls to be boys. The taxis were those drawn by horses, but we walked to our house; when we got there— father, mother, three daughters and a son were standing at the narrow front door to greet us with a grin— we shook their hands and grinned too—the father wks so sweet looking with his white hair and long white beard; he played a high priest In the play. There are 100 members in the cast, all of them live In the vil lage of Obcrammergau, which has a population of 2200. The play began promptly at 2 a. m. and continued until 12; there was a two hour inter mission for lunch, anc! then at 2 p. in. again until almost 6. It sounds awfully long, and seems as if one would get tired and bored but noth ing of the kind, it's too interesting and exciting, however, all the dia logue is in German, we bought a book of the play and was able to follow it word for word. Of course you know the time wher Christ came into Jerusalem until his resurrection, you won't need your book, for the marvelous acting nmsn t slip by your eye while you’re glancing into the book. Anton Lang, who portrayed the Christus fmr many years, reads the prologue and is a wonderful ac tor. There are 48 girls in the chorus and they are lovely; all of them have long hair and it's hanging loose—oh yes, and more of them use any sort of make up, on or off the stage, they are naturally pretty, all have smooth, rosy complexion. The auditorium seats 5200 people and was filled to capacity. Every performance this summer, there were 100 given from May 14th to September 20th They were given oh Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays sometimes, though such Crowds came they had to give - it four or five times. We had grand seats and could see everything. Our tickets were $5 which included seven meals, two night's lodging and a seat to ; the-play, wasn't that reasonable? We could have left after dinner on Sun day, but it is the custom for the tourists to spend two nights. Origin of the Play. The village is surrounded by moun tains, and on every peak is a ercss. GIFTS FURNITURE THIS YEAR—more than eve-—the useful gift will predom inate, and what is more useful, more worthwhile than a beau tiful piece of furniture? WE SUGGEST — | Living Room Suites Cedar Chests Smoking Stands Occasional Chairs Occasional Tables Spot Chairs Boudoir Chairs j Sewing Cabinets ' Kitchen Cabinets Bridge Lamps Floor Lamps Book Cases Bugs Card Tables Console Sets Mirrors Pictures Telephone Sets Pier Cabinets Magazine Stands End Tables OUR CLOSING OUT SALE Affords you an opportunity to give something really worthwhile and something the whole family can enjoy for years to come. Come to our store—examine our stock and compare our prices. We believe you will be more than well pleased with our offerings. i A VISIT TO OUR STORE WILL SOLVE YOUR GIFT PROBLEM. John M. Best Furniture Co. Shelby’s Oldest, Largest And Bes’. Furniture Company - OPEN EVERY EVENING TILL CHRISTMAS — why? don't know, though I tried to find out. I know you have read about the play, why it is given, etc., but I'll tell brfefly about its origin. In 1634 a terrible plague swept over Bavaria, and manv people died of it. In Oberammergau about 80 died and the people of the place prayed to be spared, and they were. They j wanted to do something for God be cause he left the few. It was decided a play should be given commemor ating His life. Prom then on it has been given every 10 years, with a few exceptions. I think it is to be given again in 1934 to celebrate the 300 anniversary Do wish everyone in Shelby and Cleveland county— and the whole U. S. could go see it. Back Into Germany. Left early Monday morning for Munich, Germany. In the afternoon some went sight-seeing, but I stayed at the "hotel—I don't know much of the city except from the cards I bought. The industries are numer ous brewing ranks first about 76, 000,000 gallons fhalf of which are exported) are produced annually. Others are lace painted glassware, bells and musical instruments. It has a famous university library and palace. I saw th£ German actress Marlene Deitrich, in her German talkie "The Blue Angel" with Emil Jannings. It was good, but all in German. I shall have to see them in the American version which is having 11s premiere in New York city now. Miss Dietriei is over here making pictures now -know you'll like her. Next week Switzerland with its blue lakes and snow capped moun tain;. Awl Tune Out! “What is your new brother’s name?” Ltttle Jane: "I don’t know yet. Wt can’t understand a word tie says.” THE CHOCOLATE SHOP IS AN IDEAL PLACE FOR DRINKS, SMOKES CANDIES AND CCRB SERVICE. * South Lafayette Street Under New Management * A Strong Bank What Constitutes A Strong Bank? The answer is, one with ample capital, large surplus, Reserves for depreciation, heavy resources, and, above all, Dependable, Safe, Sane, Conservative Management The officers, men who have had years of experience in financial management and who keep out of REAL ESTATir BOOMS, SPECULATIVE ADVENTUR ES AND WILD PLUNGES and lend the banks’ money wisely to the best people in the banks’ community, on the best of SE CURITY. Such A Bank Is . The Union Trust Company It is safe. It is conservative. It is man aged by men who are experienced, con servative, who have by frugal habits, wise expenditures and investments strongly entrenched themselves financially and built up for their banks strong surpluses and reserves and have the confidence of the public. -Such A Bank Merits Confidence and is a bulwark to a community in a time of financial distress. t — We Invite Your Banking Business — Union Trust Co. SHELBY, N. C. MOORESBORO FOREST CITY LATTIMORE LAWNDALE FALLSTON RUTHERFORDTON CAROLEEN Capital .$150,000.00 Surplus .$150,000.00 Profits and Reserves.$ 75,000.00 — RESOURCES OVER TWO MILLION DOM ARS — CHAS. C. BLANTON, Pres. FORREST ESKRIDGE. Cashier. GEORGE BLANTON, Wm. LINEBEKUEK. R. E. CAMPBELL, JNO. F. SCHENCK, E. B. HAM RICK, J. T. BOWMAN. DR. L. V. LEE, Vice President*
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