Evening Republican, Volume 19, Number 6, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 7 January 1915 — JAG IS RENEWED BY WATER [ARTICLE]

JAG IS RENEWED BY WATER

Curious Effect of Tipple, Made From Bwest Potatoes, Used by Samoan Natives. Washington, D. C.—Prohibition has invaded the insular possessions of the United States. a» a result of Secretary Daniels’ order driving- thp demon jrum out of the navy. Guam and Samoa are especially affected because of the fact that they are both under naval authority end classed as naval stations. In Samoa the natives, while hot known as heavy drinkers, concoct a most deadly liquor from a mash of sweet potatoes. It is known aa “swipes.” It is said that even after a carousel lasting all night its effect willj wear away with a few home’ sleep, bf' water' will’ even fine* "jag” than that of the night before.