I agree with you Mama, and have used such devices in the past.

People considering that approach should be aware, though, that it is technically illegal. The charges range from disturbing the peace to reckless endangerment.

what was that mamaaaaaaa....????? I can't heaaaaaaer you!

KYH -

excuse me - call me when I am playing my whistle and you'll hear it - with a private unlisted number - you're taking a risk - they are disturbing MY peace so accept my piece of this.........

Just like the guy down the street - he goes naked around the house - only dresses for company.

Ring his doorbell and you asked for it - and he'll tell you - you're the one disturbing him - his curtains are closed - he is in his own house.

Mama you must have SOME kinda neighbors, what with that guy that stole your squash blossoms, and now the Naked Freak, I am glad I don't live too close to you..... and with that whistle of yourn I'm now convienced I am staying away from your neck of the woods!

I wasn't suggesting you not do it, Mama. You should know by now that those laws I find tolerable I obey, and those I don't I ignore.

But I wanted folks to know the possible consequences.

Incidentally, better than a whistle is one of those hand-held, air-powered signaling horns used by boaters in trouble. They work great for the telemarketer problem---just don't ask me how I know.