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Show THE CITIZEN 10 AMERICAS GAME HERITAGE WHILE the average gunner may look upon game as something which, like Topsy, jest growed, the naturalist, the conservationalist and the expert on game protection and increase must take many diversified factors into consideration, in order that the shooting may be worth while to either the fully-accoutr- ed sportsman who hunts for the ure of it or the ter bent on stocking single-gallu- pleashun- s the family larder. That the game question is many-side- d was apparent to those who at the recent National Game Conference heard discussions on the relation to game birds and game animals of Ice Age glaciers, airplanes, automobiles, coyotes, hawks, sludge from oil tankers, Canadian gold strikes, weather and what-no- t. This notable conference brought together for the first time representatives of practically every national organization interested in game and fish conservation and restoration, and related subjects such as forestry, streams and the outdoors in general. Thirty-si- x States were represented, also Canada, England and Japan. Federal officials and a number of Canadian officials participated in the deliberations of the great meeting which was held under the auspices of the American Game Protective Association. As to what long-extinglaciers have to do with game birds, Aldo Leopold, an authority, stated that d the pheasant seems to thrive best on glacial soil in Ohio, Iowa, Michigan and other Western States. Just why this should be the case was left an open question by the confreres. Less mystery attaches to the statement by a Government representative and by George D. Pratt, chairman of the conference, ct ring-necke- that roaring airplanes seriously dis- turb both game birds and game animals in their wilderness habitats during the breeding season and at other times. The automobile was pointed to as making accessible the natural retreats of game in isolated sections far removed from railroads, and where formerly the taking of game was limited to that required by dwellers in the backwoods. Coyotes were charged with many depradations against big game and even game birds in Alaska, the last stronghold of American game. Defended for the good they do in destroying rats and i other vermin that prey on birds eggs and fledglings, on the one hand, and condemned for attacks on birds and small game animals, certain hawks came in for marked attention. Sludge, discharged into ocean and bay waters by oil tankers, was charged with causing suffering and death to migratory and other water-fow- l. The influx of prospectors, in parts miners and of Canada often resulted in destruction of game and wildfowl without restraint, it was asserted. Adverse weather conditions came in for their full share of condemnation because of the affects on game of practically every character. However, the thing which loomed largest in the minds of observers at the conference was that a spirit of camp-followe- rs of efand forts was apparent on the part of ion associations, societies and other ganizations seeking the same end or- of preserving or restoring Americas great outdoors heritage. that PRESIDENT HUNTS QUAIL PRESIDENT Coolidge went down into the heart of Virginia over the Thanksgiving holidays, armed with a hunting license, a gun and a number of dogs. The reports concerning the number of birds bagged by the famous hunter are not very definite, but it is far more important to know that he saw lots of quail in a region where, not many years ago, quail were practically Today, thanks to wise policy of raising and protecting game and game birds, Virginia has become a prize spot for hunters who wish to match their skill against the wary non-existe- nt. quail. The early history of our country shows that our forefathers depended upon wild life for a large part of their food. States like Virginia contained an abundance of all kinds of game. But there came a time when practically all of it was exterminated. The Chesapeake Bay and the inland waters of the State are again inhabited with wild ducks and geese, and the successful operation of the migratory bird act has caused this species of game life to multiply many fold. There has also been a large increase in. the number of deer, and Virginia has been restored to its place as a good hunting State. The and fisherman, illustrious hunter, Calvin Coolidge, is reported to have , enjoyed his hunting trip into Virginia. What Virgiia has done in restoring game may be accomplished by any other state that energetically undertakes the job. GARRETT IRONING OUT REPUBLICAN TROUBLES J. HOWARD GARRETT, who has been elected president of the Young Mens Republican club, will try his hand in bringing all factions together for the good of the party. Garrett has been through the mill several times and he knows how to work to get the best results. He does not play favorites. He believes that in politics as well as in business every man must make his own way to the front and it can never be done at the expense of another. The party worker that is straightforward goes ahead faster than the one who tries to trick the game. Garretts first suggestion was to change the name of the Young Mens Republican club to that of Utah Republican club. The organization will be up and going in and out of season for elections and in this way will be able to keep in close touch with the people at all times. The first big meeting of the members will be on Lincolns birthday, February 12. Members from all parts of the state will be present and from present indications it will be the greatest gathering of Republicans on this day in the history of the state. Garrett is a hard worker and he is preparing for a rousing reception to all visitors who come to get-togeth- er the city. ; Carolina, goldenrod; and Washington, rhododendrom. Legislatures selected the following state flowers: Arizona, sahura cactus; Arkansas, apple blossom; Californian, golden poppy; Connecticut, (f) mountain laurel; Delaware, peach blossom; Florida, orange blossom; Georgia, Cherokee rose; Illinois, wood violet; Indiana, tulip tree bloss; Kansas, sunflower; Kentucky, goldenrod; Louisiana, magnolia; Maryland, blackeyed susan; Massachusetts, mayflower; Michigan, apple blossom; Minnesota, moccasin flower; Missouri, hawthorn; Montana, bitter root; Nebraska, goldenrod; New Hampshire, purple lilac; New JerNorth Dakota, wilde sey, violet; prairie rose; Ohio, scarlet carnation; Oklahoma, mistletoe; Oregon, Oregon grape; South Carolina, yellow jessa-mniSouth Dakota, pasque flower; Texas, bluebonnet; Utah, sego lily; Vermont, red clover; Virginia, American dogwood; West Virginia, rhododendrom; and Wyoming, Indian e; paintbrush. CLEAN GRASS RUGS Wash the rug with water in which bran has been boiled, or in weak salt and water. Dry it well with a cloth. To remove grease from the rug wet a nailbrush in slightly salted water, rub on soap and scrub the place hard. Have the water boiling. Continue to scrub with soap until the spot disappears. Wash with clean cloth and rub dry. Always rub lengthwise of the grain. REMOVING RUST To remove rust spots from STATE FLOWERS CONGRESS has frequently been asked to adopt a national flower, but has taken no step to that end. School children have selected state flowers for several states, of which Alabama has the golden rod; Maine, which has the pine cone; Mississippi which has the magnolia; New Mexico, which has the yucca; New York State which has the rose; Rhode Island, which has the violet; and Wisconsin, which also has the violet. The American beauty rose is the emblem of the District of Columbia; the passion flower was selected by the Horticultural Societly for Tennessee. The people of several states expressed their preference for flowers which were acceptd as state flowers, as follows: Idaho, Syringa, Iowa, wild rose; Nevada, sagebrush; North nickel-plate- d surfaces, apply petrolatum (vaseline) and after several days wipe with a cloth dipped in ammonia. In case the spots are particularly stub- born, add a few drops of hydrochloric acid to the ammonia, but be sure to dry the metal quickly; then rinse it with water and polish thoroughly. Popular Science Monthly. Never try to kiss a girl; either kiss her or don't. ODONNELL & CO. MORTICIANS Wasatch 6461 Salt Lakes Finest Funeral Home South Fourth East CONTAINING UTAHS 32 ONLY MAUSOLEUM 0 |