Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, March 9, 1909, Page 4

i EA. BURNING OF SLASHINGS IS REQUIRED OF LUMBERMEN Continued from First Page the territory exposed to fire danger, and in a dry season to employ for each district a ranger, who shall . have the power of a fire warden and perform his duties, and shall check the work of local fire wardens. In the employment of rangers, preference is to be given to cruisers or woodsmen, game wardens and forestry students who are known for reliability and efficiency. These rangers are to be paid by the state out of the emergency fund, atthe rate of not exceeding $5 per day. “In particularly dry seasons the forestry commissioner is empowered to use such means as he shall deem necessary to prevent or suppress fire, the cost not to exceed $28,000 in any one year. The bill appropri- ates an emergency fund of $30,000 annually to carry out these pro- visions. * “Fire wardens are to be paid 25 cents an hour and necessary travel- ing expenses, and employes at 20 cents an hour. In ordinary seasons the expense of fire warden services and in suppressing fires is to be paid out of the state treasury, and half the expense is to be re-inbursed by the county in which it is in- curred. “The bill carries an additional appropriation of $10,000 a year for forest preservation, the expense of the forestry commissioner’s depart- ment, and the state’s half of the expense of forest protection. “Punishment is provided for fire wardens who do not do their duty, for persons who leave fires near inflammable forest or prairie, for persons who carelessly set woods or prairie on fire, for those who use other than incombustible wads for fire arms, for those who carry naked torches or firebrands near forest land, for those who throw burning matches or cigar stubs into combusible material, and for those who destroy posted warnings against violation of the law. Anybody who maliciously sets fire to woods so that the property of another is destroyed and- lives sacrificed, is subject to a fine of $500, imprison- ment for ten years, or both. Also, railroads are required to put efficient spark arresters upon each locomo- tive, and to keep their rights of way clear ials.” of combustible mater- Program for Temperance Rally. Below is the program which will be rendered this evening by the children of the Methodist church at the temperance rally in the church: Scripture Reading. R “Two Little Welcomes,” Stanley Vye and Ruth Anderson. Primary Department. “Wanted,” Primary Department. Song, Beginners’ Class. “A Laugh,” Fred McGregor. “He Knoweth,” Primary Depart- ment. “The Corn and Lillies,” Nora Bavard. “The Brave Bobolink,” Irma Krause. Song, Choir. “Temperance Boy,” Roy Web- ster. “A Dreadful Thing,” Teddy Reeves. “Temperance Address,” William Krause. *“Blue Bird’s Song,” Little Girls. “Temperance Boys,” Three Boys. “A Brave Response,” Jennie New- ton. Song, “Away the Smythe’s Class. Reading. Temperance Song, Quartet. “Bible Temperance,” Six Girls. “Where There’s Drink There’s Danger,” Six Boys. Dialogue, “The Temper Aunt’s (Teémperance) Awakening,” Five Children. Song, Mrs. Cunningham’s Class. “The Price of a Drink,” Loyd Canute. “Bid for the Children,” Maurice Witting. Song, Naomi Smyth. Paper, “Our Sunday School.” Song, “Yield Not to Temptation,” Audience. Bowl,” Mrs. Robbed His Companion at Cass Lake. Cass Lake, March 9.—(Special to Pioneer.)—Oscar Maede, a “lumber- jack,” was arrested here yesterday on the charge of grand larceny. He was given a hearing before Judge Ives and bound over to the grand jury. Maede, in company with an ac- quaintance, Isaac Knkzn, arrived in town Sunday night and put up at one of the local hotels, where they succeded in getting rooms near each other. When morning came Knkznlearned his partner had disappeared, and after investigation, he found that $70 of the moneyhe hadin his pocket had also disappeared. Suspicions were at once turned on Maede and the police were put on his trail. Officer Breweriette located Knkzn after a brief search and took him to the lock-up. Upon their arrival there the officer told Knkzn to show how much money he had. The prisoner dug up twenty dollars and swore that was all he had. The officer then took the 4ib- erty to search Knkzn and was about to give up the task when he found a roll neatly tucked in one of Kukzn’s socks.- There was about sixty dollars in the roll. ‘The man was locked up and soon after brought before Judge Ives. He refused to enter a plea, but the judge thought the evidence against Song, “Soldiers of the King,” him strong enough to bind him over THE GRAND RAPIDS GAME WARDEN MAKES ARREST less Harrie Causes Arrest ‘Edwin Cas- tor, Charged With Killing Two Moose Calves, Jess Harrie of Grand Rapids, warden for the State Game and Fish Commission, has caused the arrest of Edwin M. Castor, who lives in the Third river country, east of Blackduck, on the charge of having killed two calf moose, last July. Mr. Harrie was in the city today, subpoenaed William Noble and Jerry Grant as witnesses in the case against Castor, and” Messrs, Noble and Grant accompanied Mr. Harrie to Grand Rapids this afternoon. It appears that Harrie has the evidence against Castor in such a strong array that there should be but little doubt of a conviction, in the case. There has been some attenipts to thwart justice in this case, and it is possible that steps will be taken to punish the people who have tried to interfere with the game warden in the performance of his duty. Deputy Sheriff Edward Logan ‘went to the Third river country yesterday for the purpose of ar- resting Castor and bringing him to Grand Rapids for trial, which will be held tomorrow afternoon at 3 o’clock, Harrie is one of the very best wardens in the “employ of the state, and he performs the very hardest labor in the easiest manner, being a giant 1n strength and endurance, and just “‘cut out” for a warden in these northern woods. Will Instruct Company K. In accordance with arrangements which have been entered into with the regular army, the members of Company K,. Bemidji’s soldiers of the state militia will receive instruc- tions in ariy work from regular U. S. officers aad much good isex- pected to be derived therefrom. A number of non-commissioned officers of the regular army have been detailed to give these instruc- tions, and Corporal Engels, a non- commissioned officer of the Twenty- eighth Infantry, stationed at Fort Snelling, will officiate at the instruc- tions’to be given to the memberg of Company K. He will be present at the meeting to be held Wednesday, and will demonstrate the regular army tacticts in outpost and rear and advance guard duty. The Devil Coming. The theatre patrons of this city will shortly enjoy an excellent treat, one of the most talked of plays to the district court. throughout the country, “The Devil.” [Eharter . of the City «« Bemidji The Bemidji Pioneer Publishing Co. has been trying to secure in advance the ~ sale of enough copies of the city charter to cover the cost of its publication. 1t has long been the wish of citizens of the city that the Bemidji Pioneer Publishing Co. get out this work. In order to cover the cost of publica- tion an advance sale of at least 100 copies must be made. Therefore if you wish to insure the publication of this work place your order with us at once. Do it .NOW! This is the play of the daring Hun- garian writer, Franz Mohar, whose wonderous wit, impish imagination, PAULINE SIGHTS. shavian satire and cheerful comedy has already flashed his fame over Europe. It was the women, perhaps who loudest sing the praises of this witty and wicked devil, but altogether wholesome and humorous devil. The women, better than any oth- ers, understand this handsome temp- ter, who whispers his cunning sug- gestions' in the ears of lovers and winds his victims around his crafty fingers. The story is human to the core and holds an audience breath- less throughout the play. Devil” will be played here by Maxim and Sights,Saturday evening, March 13th. Seats on sale at the City Drug Store. Maxim and Signts’ company will play a three nights’ engagement at the City Opera House, beginning Thursday evening, March 11th, Teachers’ Institute at Baudette. A teachers’ institute will be held at Baudette, on March 12th and 13th for the benefit of the teachers and trustees of Northern Beltrami county. This is the first institute ever held in these parts, and much credit. is due County Superintendent W, B. Stewart in holding one here. School Inspector Callman of St. Paul will be present and deliver an address. The following program will be given: Friday A. M., March 12. Address of welcome, T. J. Mec- Guire, president of the school board of Baudette. Address by School Inspector Call- man of St. Paul. Paper, “School Discipline,” Vir- ginia Gravelle of Graceton. | Discussion. Friday P. M. Address, Superintendent W. B. Stewart. 2 Address “School Republics,” Rev. T. W. Howard. Address, Agriculture In Schools,” C. S. Dalhquist. Discussion. . Friday Evening. Address, “Education That Makes Men,” C. L. Wilcox. Saturday A. M., March 13, Address, C. R. Middleton. Paper, “‘Attention,” Emma Hed- lund. Paper, “'School Kathrine Barry. Paper, “A Good School,” Dora Gannon, Government,” Discussion Satuday P. M. “School Environment,” Amy Zabel. “Patriotism in Schools,” Miss Ericson, Principal of Spooner school. Meeting of Members of School Boards, conducted by Supt. W. B. Stewart. Divorce Case. Arguments were heard in the local chambers of the district court yesterday afternoon and this morn- |, ing in the divorce case of Annie Noble vs. William O. Noble, of this city. The case was taken under advisement. this noon by Judge Stanton. Arion Glee Club to Meet. The Arion Glee Club will meet this evening in Dr. Stanton’s office in the Winter Block at 8 o’clock sharp. All members are requested to be present. Episcopal Guild. The Episcopal Guild will meet promptly at 2:30 o’clock Thursday afternoon at the home of Mis. Geo. McTaggart. Requests a Cut in_Wages. Bayonne,. N. -J., March 3.-—Thomas McIntyre, a janitor employed in one| of the local schools, has givén the gchool board a shock by asking that his salary be reduced-from $50 to $40 a month. His request was granted without any heated debate. - McIntyre sald he considered $50! too, much pay for the service he gave the city. " storm Damage One Million. ~ Baltimore, March 8—A late estl- mate of the damage done here by the | storm places it as high as $1,000,000, efly. on telegraph, telephone “The |[ COURT DECIDES FOR RAILROADS Missouri Rate Laws Killed | by Federal Judge. AFFECTS EIGHTEEN LINES Contention of Carriers That the Stat. utes Were Not Remunerative but Confiscatory Upheld by Ruling at Kansas City—Decision Likely to Af. fect Similar Suits Pending in Other Western States. s ‘ Kansas City, March 9.—A notable decigion in favor of the railroads was handed down by Judge Stith MoPher- Jeon of the United States istrigt court fdn the 2-cent fare and maximum Hreight rate cases, invoiving eighteen Missour! lines. The raflroads contend- eq that the rates fixed by the statntes of the state were nqgt remunerative but confiscatory fnd that the enforce- ment of the statutes be enjoined. The #tute brought progeedings to have them enforced. “The question,” said Judge McPher- m in his decision, “4s whether the % wholly within the state of Mis- {Youtd, generally referred to in the ev- idenoce as locel traffic, can be carried junder the freight rate statute of 1907 and the passenger fare statute of 1907 [kt such profit as will give a reasona- ‘ble return after paying expenses upon the investment, or whether such traf- ‘fic {3 carried at a loss or less than 'such teasonable profit. The court hag reached the conclusion that upon this question the statutory rates fixed by oither and both statutes are not re- munerative and is confiscative under the Constitution.” ‘ After the decision had been handed gown the views of the attorneys of 'hoth sides of the oontroversy was sought as to what immediate effect tbe opinion would have. While sev- eral railway attorneys intimated that the individual railroads soon would go back to the 3-cent passenger rate none was able to state specifically that this would be done, or, if done, when the action would be taken. Judge McPherson’s decision, accord- ing to railroad officials, will be likely to affect similar suits now pending in A number of Western states, including Minnesolh, South Dakota and Ne-| braska. STATE WILL APPEAL CASE \ et el ‘Governor Hadley Says Rate Fight Has Not Ended: Jefferson City, Mo., March 9.—Gov- ernor Hadley did not appear surprised when informed that the 2-cent' ‘pas- songer fare law had been knocked out by Judge McPherson in the :United States circult court at Kansas City. “All T can say at this time,” sald the governor, “is that the decision is- not a correct-one. It does not end the fight, however. _The state will surely appeal to the United States supreme court. Of course, this- ques- tion is in the hands of the attorney general.” Affects Legislative Action. Topeka, Kan., Maroh 9.—The senate committee on railroads submitted an adverse report on the 2-cent fare bill, ‘which had alrcady passed the house. This came immediately upon_the re- ceipt of the news of the decision of Judge Smith McPherson holding the Missouri 2-cont fare law unconstitu- tional, ‘ BROTHER TURNS 'AVENGER Kills Man Who Compelled His Sister to Elope, Chicago, March 9.—Frank Serino W®as shot and- killed because a Week ago he held a revolver to the head of Mrs. Josie Fresso, fifteen years old, ® bride of ten days, amd-forced her to elope with him to New York city. ering’s slayer was the brother of 'Mrs. Fresso, Michael Pessalano, twen- ty years old. He had traced the pair| to New York and had forced Serino fo accompany him back to Chicago with the girl he had wronged. The killng followed. Industrial Dispute Settled. Brockton, Mass., March 9.—The fac- torios of the W. L. Douglas Shoe com- pany have resumed actlvity with the return of the 425 stitchers, who had beon on strike since March 1, causing the enforccd idleness of about 1,650 operatives. At a conference between the strikers and their employers last Saturday a satisfactory agreement was effected. & Daring Rescues at Fire. Chicago, March 9.—Daring rescues of women and children from upper floors were made by police and fire- imen when fire attacked the North ‘Entrance apartment building at Fifty- sixth street and Jefferson avenue. Fifteen familles were driven from their homes. Officer Kills Wife and Self. Boston, Marth 9.—Daniel "C. Spil- lane, a policeman, was found dying in his home in East Boston from the effects of a hullet wound, believed to haye been self-inflicted, while the body of his wife lay on the floor be- side him. Spillane died later at the hospital. TAKE THE OATH OF OFFICE 8ix Mombers of the Taft Cabinel Sworn in. % ‘Washington, March. ).—Six members of President Taft’s cabinet took the 0ath of office in the cabinet room al the ‘White House. The obligation t¢ uphold the Constitution and enforce the laws was administered by Chiet Justice Fuller of the supreme court of the United States. The oath was ad: ministered first to Philander C. Knoy |- as secretary of state. Frank H. Hitch- cock was next sworn as -postmaster general; George yon Lengerke Meyer, secretary of the navy; Richard A. Bal ‘linger, secretary of the interior; James Wilson, secretary of agricul ture, and Charles Nagel, secretary of commerce and labor. George W, Wickersham took the oath of oflice as attorney general Fri day, but Mr. Dickinson and Mr. Mao Veagh will not reach the city for som¢ days. 3 President Taft, Secretary Carpenter; Senator Burton of Ohio, Richard D Harlan, son of Justice Harlan of tht supreme court, and John Barrett, di rector of the Bureau.of American Re publics, were present during the cer mony. 3 PUZZLES SPEAKER CANNON Personnel of the Next Committee on Rules. ‘Washington, March (.—Speaker Cannon is pugzling his head in the in- terim between sesslons of congress qver the personnel of ‘the next com- mittee on rules. The appointment of this committee will be one of the first duties the speaker of the incom- ing congress will have to perform, unless the “Insurgents” muster enough sirength to form an alliance with the Democrats to amend the rules so as to provide for the election of a com- mittee on committees. Speaker Can- non does not believe they will and so he is considering some of the prob- lems that may vex him in the days to come. There are two vacancles on this powerful committee. Vice President Sherman has left it and so has Sen- ator-Elect Willlams of Mississippl. Many members believe the choice of a successor to Mf. Sherman lies be- tween Representative Tawney, chair: man of the committee on appropria- tions, and Mann of Illinois. CHANGE INAUGURAL DATE Bad Weather of March 4 an Impetus to Agitation. p ‘Washington, March ‘)—A constitu- tional amendment to provide for a change in the date of the inaugura. tion of the president of the United States was the principal subject dis- cussed by the few members of the house who were at the Capitol: It was claimed the difficulty involved in obtaining the ratification of such an amendment would not be so great as in a case where there was any con- troversy involved. It was even sug- gested that congress pass a resolution during the special session requiring the various state legislatures to ratify an amendment to -the Constitution which would provide a date for the inauguration on which the weather ‘would be likely to be more pleasant. Brewers' Strike Settled. Terre Haute, Ind., March }—The strike of 600 men at the two brewer- ies has been settled by the men re- celving an increase in pay for skilled labor and a reduction in hours from nine to eight for skilled labor, the contract to run three years. Killed by Falling Out of Bed. Monroe, Mich.,, March 3.—A four- year-old son of Bradford Norton was killed here by falling out of bed. The little fellow’s neck was broken by the short fall from his bed to the floor. He had rolled out a number of times : before without being hurt. ~ SHOOTS WIDOW AND HIMSELF e Rejected Suitor Ttles to Kill Woman and Commits Suicide. Pittsbyrg, March 9.—Waking at 4 o'clock {ii the morning at hér home in Beavey, thirty mijles west of here, Mrs. Mamie McKee, a widow, found Willlam G. Wilner, a rejected suitor, | " standing at her bedside and when she declared again in answer to his ques tion that ghe-did not love the man, he fired four bullets into her head. ‘Wilner then killed himself by taking poison. and ..then shot himself Mrs. McKee is still alive, with no possi: ble chance cf recovery. Wilner was. twenty-six years old. His victim s thirty. Since the death of her hus band, Willam McKee, five years ago, Mrs. McKee has conducted a boarding | house and Wilner was one of hei boarders. During the past year Wik ner was insistent in pressing his at tentions upon Mrs. McKeg, but sh¢ had rejected all his advances. GRAIN AND PROVISIO‘N PRICES Minneapolls Wheat. imneapolis, March 8.—Wheat— y, $1.11%; July, $1.1215. On track —No, 1 hard, $1.13%; No. 1 Northern, 1.12%;. No. 2 Northern, $1.10%4 No. Northern, $1.074. B —_— Duluth Wheat and Flax. Duluth, March 8.—Wheat—To arrive and on track—No, 1 hard, §1.14; No, 1 Northern, $1.13; No. 2 Northern, $1. 11; May, $1.11%; July, $1.123%; Sept, 99c. Flax—To arrive and on track, $1.641%; May, $1.64; July, $1.63; Sept., $1.42; Oct., $1.37. 8t. Paul Union Stock Yards. 8t. Paul, March 8—Cattle—Good ta choice steers, $6.00@6.25; fair to good, $4.50@6.00; good to choice cows and heifers, $4.00@5.00; veals, $5.25@6.25. Hogs—$6.15@6.55. Sheep—Wethers, $6.00@6.25; yearlings, ‘$6.00@6.50; lambs, $7.00@7.50. : Chicago Grain and Provisions. Chicago, March 8—Wheat—May, $1.14@1.14%; - July, $1.02%@1.03; Sept., 97c; Dec., 98c. Corn—March, 65c; May, 67%@67%c; July, 67%c; Sept., 67c. Oats—May, Bb%¢c; July, 49%c; Sept., 413%c. Pork—May, $17.- 8214; July, $17.85. Butter—Creamer- fes, 20@28c; -dairles, 20@26c. Eggs —18@19%c. Poultry—Turkeys, 17c; chickens, 13c; springs, 15c. Chicago Union Stock Yards. Chicago, March 8.—Cattle—Beeves, $4.70@7.25; Texas steers, $4.50@5.50; ‘Western steers, $4.20@5.65; stockers and feeders, $3.60@5.50; cows and heifers, $2.00@F.80; calves, $6.256@. -9.00. ‘Hogs—Light, $6.35@6.70; mixed, $6.35@6.80; heavy, $6.45@6.85; rough, $6.45@6.86; good to ehoice heavy, 5.35%6.15. Bheep, $6.10@130; No. 435. $4.00 Gold Filled, Adjustable, Signet Center, Any Letter Engraved. LATEST FADS in Pins, Cuff Links, Stick Pins, Hat Pins, Ete. Best Equipped Workshop in Northern Minnesota. We make a Specialty of Manufacturing and Jobbing. GEO. T. BAKER & CO. City Drug Store Near the Lake WANTS ONE CENT A WORD. HELP WANTED. AN AN~ NS P 7 SALESMAN WANTED—No house to house canvassing. Call on business ‘men, professional men and others at their place of busi- ness. You can make $50 a week. Experience not necessary. We equip you fully with sample and sample case. Fine, pleasant work. Your own boss. Work when you please and go where you. please. 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