Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, December 7, 1910, Page 2

IRISH AGAIN TO BE IN CONTROL Will Hold Balance of Power " in House of Commons. LIBERALS LOSE FEW SEATS Prospect at Present Is That Conser vatives Will Gain Probably Not Mire Than Five Members as a Re- More Than Five Members as a Re- lieved King George Will Refuse to Swamp the Upper House With Lib- eral Peers. London, Dec. 7.—There is every prospect that the Conservatives will not make a net gain of more than four or five seats in the present gen- eral election. But they are already seeking to in- fluence King George against the crea- tion of Liberal peers by arguing that even this small gain will show that the country is not ready for the rad- ical measures proposed by the minis- try, particularly the abolition of the lords’ veto. On account of his well known Tory sympathies the fear is increasing that the king will heed the Unionists’ de- mand, disregarding what is considered By many a virtual promise to the Lib- erals, thus making imminent a parlia- mentary deadlock. At present the returns show 116 Conservatives elected and 87 Liberals, 16 Irish Nationalists and 14 Laborites, or a coalition of 117. As the voting from now on will see the Conservatives on the defensive more than in the polling so far con- ducted the Liberals are expected to throw the balance much more largely in their favor. Irish Have Balance of Power. Accepting the most sweeping claims of the Conservatives the result will still give the Liberals and Labor- ites a majority of about twenty. This means that the Irish will again wield the balance of power. continue their present bellicose atti- tude toward the lords there is the widest conjecture as to what they will do in the event of the king’s weakening on the proposal to change the complexion of the upper house by swamping it with Liberal peers. They have it in their power to en- If the Irish | force an early eiection and to involve the crown in the most serious pglit- ical controversy that has engaged the throne for decades. 1t is the knowledge of this fact by the king that gives rise to the belief in the minds of many Liberals that George will grant the demands of the ministry, make the house of lords a Liberal body and thus insure the | speedy grant of home rule to Ireland. WILL ATTACK TWO-CENT FARE Railroads Gathering Statistical Data for Argument. Chicago, Dec. 7.—Plans on the part of leading railroads for a concerted at- tack on the validity of the 2-cent fare completion and an announcement rela- tive to the line of assault is expected within a short time. Statistical experts have been at work for some time gathering data relative to railroad earnings and the return on invested capital and as soon as their computations have been as- sembled a committee that was ap of the matter will convene and map out a course of action. It was said that it is too early to say whether the legislatures in each state will be asked to repeal the 2- cent statute or an appeal for redress will be made to the courts. It is under- stood that the broad ground to be taken is that the 2-cent rate is con fiscatory. It is said that the Illinois Central road has gone so far as to undertake a physical valuation of its property to obtain needed figures. HOLDUP MEN SECURE $300 Minnesota Wheat Buyer Robbed at Point of Pistol. Carlos, Minn., Dec. 7.—W. B. Neison, 3 wheat buyer and farmer, was held up and robbed of $300 in this place, al- most on the doorstep of his office. As Mr. Nelson was leaving his ele- vator he extinguished the light. When he stepped outside the door two masked men seized him and one shoved a pistol in his face while the other went through his clothes, taking all the money he had, about $300, and his watcn. Many Seek Senatorship. Baton Rouge, La., Dec. 7.—With four candidates entered in the contest for United States senator the election by the legislature of a successor to the late S D. McEnery presented in- teresting phases here. On a test vote indications pointed to the election of Judge Thornton, the administration candidate. The candidates in the field are Judge J. R. Thornton, Congress- man R. K. Broussard, L. E. Thomas and John D. Wilkinson. CONCERNING ChristmasPresents And Buying at Home A present or gift of any kind whether given at Christ- mas or at any other time should fill the following speci- fications. f. It should give pleasure. 2. it should be appropriate. 3. It should be useful. 4. It should be durable and efficient. 5. It shouldbe worth the moneypaid for.it. 6. It should be attractive in appearance, if possible beautiful. If the presents you are thinking of making this Christ- mas do not fulfill these requirments—do not make them. It is not worth while for either giver or recipient. The money which is spent annually by intelligent peo- p'e for gifts that are merely useless incumbrances, is simply appalling. Buy something that the one who receives it will use and enjoy, that is the best of its kind and that will be a lasting pleasure and not an aggravation. For example, last year one man received half a dozen laws in Illinois and Iowa are nearing; pointed some time ago to take charge] 1 = [ neckties that he was ashamed to be seen wearins; a box of cigars that he secretly buried behind the barp; an elaborate book of poems which he never read; and a cup and saucer that were smashed next day. : Now that very man had long waited to afford a safety razor; a carving set that would eut; a decent pocketknife, a few tools for doing little repair jobs around the house, and a dozen other articles that his friends could: have located in five minutes at Givens’ Hardware Store. Then, too, anything that was not just what was wanted could have been changed and no fuss, delay or expense about it either. Don’t buy a “cat in a bag” or a “pig in a poke.” Buy at home and examine the goods before you buy until you are satisfied. Go. Watch this space in Thursday’s issue. Given Hardware 316 Minnesota Ave. BLIZZARD ALONG ATLANTIC COAST Severe Storm Covers Im- mense Territory. SHIPPING HELD IN PORT Owing to High Wind Accompanying the Snowfall Steamers Await Abate- ment of Storm Before Sailing—Two Feet of Snow Reported From Ken- tucky and Twelve-Inches From Sec- tions of Ohio. New York, Dec. 7.—A blizzard which originated in the Tennessee mountains and traveled eastward swept the At- lantic seaboard. The storm centered over the lower Chesapeake bay and rain, snow or sleet fell over the en- tire country from Virginia northeast and through the New England states. A high northeaster roused the At- lantic ocean and four ocean steam- ships, which crept into port, had to anchor in the lower bay because of the blinding snow. Shipping was held in port, The first touch of the storm came with a gentle fall of snow which, after an abatement of several hours, took on new life when a twenty-four-mile wind came out of the northeast. ‘The driving gale shook down blankets of snow and brought low temperatures with it. Canton, N. Y, reported a tempera- ture of 12 degrees below zero, the low- est recorded on the weather bureau chart. The snow delayed traffic in New York ana there was generai suffering among the poor, 578 persons being cared for at the municipal lodging house. The weather bureau said it would clear by night and be followed by ex- treme cold. Snow Covers Central South. Memphis, Tenn.,, Dec. 7.—The first snowfall of the season was general throughout the Central South. In Memphis the fall was light, eventually giving away to a mixture of sleet and rain, with the temperature almost sta- tionary about the freezing point. May- field, Ky., reports the heaviest snow- fall—eight inches. Hoxie, Ark., re- ports six inches. Two Feet of Snow in Kentucky. Lexington, Ky., Dec. 7.—One of the (* heaviest snows for many years fell in Kentucky. The fall in the mountains was two feet, while the lowlands were covered with ten inches of snow. Busi- ness in the mountain districts is en- tirely suspended. Heaviest in Ten Years. Gallipolis, O.. Dec. 7.—Twelve inches of snow fell in this section, which is the heaviest for ten years. Railroads report trains delayed. SENDS APPEAL TO PRESIDENT Brainerd City Council Objects to In- dian Lid. Brainerd, Minn., Dec. 7.—The city council has placed itself on record as not favoring the closing of saloons as contemplated by “Pussyfoot” Johnson in the city of Brainerd. The finance committee of the council reported that the operating expenses of the city were annually about $18,000; that the general fund under the provisions of the city charter can reach only $11,000 and if the revenue from liquor licenses be cut off there would be a shortage of not less than $7,000. The liquor license, revenue usually amounted to $14,000 annually and this, with other revenues, enabled the city to pay its fixed expenses and have a surplus for repairs and needed improvements, Resolutions were adopted that the closing of the saloons would be a vital blow to Brainerd and would prevent its future growth and prosperity. The action of the federal authorities could be construed as nothing less than an invasion of local self-government. The city clerk was instructed to forward copies of the resolution to the presi- dent and the secretary of the interior and also to the Minnesota senators and congressmen. It is generally expected that the sa- loons will be closed some time this week. WICKHAM NOT TO PRESIDE Affidavits of Prejudice Filed in Deitz Case. Hayward, Wis., Dec. 7.—Counsel for John F. Deitz, Mrs. Hattle Deitz and Leslie Deitz, whose trials have heen called before Judge Wickham, filed affidavits of prejudice against Judge ‘Wickham and every other judge in Wisconsin with the exception of those presiding in the First and Thirteenth districts. Judge Wickham said that he would copsider such action only as directed against himself, deliberated for half an hour and sald he would name another man to hear the cages. With the situation in this deadlock court adjourned until afternoon, Newspaper Man Chosen. Washington, Dec. 7.—Thomas Bra- hany of Madison, Wis., for many years active in newspaper work in the na- tional capital, has been appointed ex- ecutive secretary of the national tariff commission, T CHARLES B. SMITH. Buffalo Newspaper Man Elect- ed to Congress by One Vote. PACKERS ASK FURTHERDELAY Indicted Beef Magnates Want Equity Suit Disposed of First. Chicago, Dec. 7.—Counsel represent- ing the indicted meat packers filed a petition in the federal district court asking that further prosecution of the charges made in the indictments be withheld until the disposal of the suit in equity filed last February before Judge Peter S Grosscup in the United States circuit court. The suit in equity asked the dissolu- tion of the National Packing company, which the government charges is the so called “beef trust” and which is omcered and directed by owners and officials of the three chief packing houses—the Armours, Swifts and Mor- rises. SMUGGLERS NOW USE CANADA ROUTE Increased Business Reported at Montreal and Quebec. New York, Dec. 7.—Balked in their attempt to evade payment of duty on goods purchased abroad by the recent rigorous enforcement of the law at the port of New York, American smug- glers are now operating by way of the Canadian border. Positive information to this effect having reached Collector Loeb he passed it along to the treasury depart- ment with the resunlt that a wide net has been spread and it is understood that many arrests are pending. Heretofore inspectors have made but a cursory examination of goods brought from Europe by way of Can- ada, but from now on it is intended that all baggage will be carefully ex- amined and actual seizures will be the rule. The big Canadian transatlantic lines have reported an increased passenger business to Montreal and Quebec since the word went forth that hereafter all persons convicted or pleading guilty to smuggling in New York would re- ceive prison sentences. ’ SALOON MEN ARE ARRESTED Green Bay (Wis.) Dealers Accused of Selling to Indians. Green Bay, Wis.,, Dec. 7.—Saloon keépex’s of this city were arrested by the deputy United States marshal of Milwaukee and were charged' with selling liquor to Menominee Indians. The men left for Milwaukee to appear in federal court. Many Oneida In- dians live in this locality and they are allowed to buy lquor. It is declared by the saloon men impossible to iden- tify Menominees from Oneidas. A number of saloon keepers were arrest- ed a year ago on the same charge. TOBACCO WAREHOUSE BURNS Fire Causes Damage of Approximately $750,000. Evansville, Ind., Dec. 7.—Fire here caused damage of approximately $750, 000, . principally in the plant of the Fendrich- Tobacco company. A tobacco ‘warehouse and several other buildings were destroyed. Taxicab Strikers at Work. New York, Dec. 7.2~The union taxi- cad chauffeurs, who have been on strike for six weeks, have returned to work. They accepted a proposition which two weeks ago they rejected. The companies retain the open shop proyision, the one thing the men fought so bitterly against. Mrs. Eddy’s Funeral Arranged. Boston, Dec. 7.—The body of Mrs. Mary Baker G. Eddy, founder of the Christian Science church, will be buried in Mount Auburn cemetery, Cambridge, following her funeral Thursday morning, according to an of- ficial announcement of her household. ’ Y A " a ‘ Gould's Suggestions a 3 For Xmas Gifts. It is always advisable to purchase your Holiday Gifts early. Particu- larly is this true this year when the unusual heavy sales due to the pros- perous times will early reduce assort- ments. What could be more suitable for Xmas Gifts than a beautiful Navajo Indian Hand Made Rug or Hand Painted or Burnt Leather Table Mat or Pillow Cover, A choice article in home furnishing to help beauiify and make the home more comfortable, such a gift has the merit of permanent usefullness and will re- flect continuous credit on the thoughtful judgment of the giver. Ladies’ Hand Bags In all the new and fashionable shapes in genuine Seal, Alligator and Walrus Leather. Bags ranging in prices Specialties in Smokers Articles. Fine Murschaum and Briar Pipes with the latest Filigree Gold and Silver Mountings, in genuine plush lined, Seal leather cases, suitable for Xmas Gifts. Fancy High Grade Tobacco’s packed in large jars and fancy packages, expressly for Holiday Gifts— Cigars in all the well known brands packed in boxes of 10, 12, 25 and 50. Nowis thetime tomake yourselections ARTHUR N. GOULD 303 Beltrami Ave. Fresh Milk and Cream Have your milk delivered gto « your table in sterilized bottles Fresh From The Cows on the Alfalfa Dairy Farm 3% miles west of the city Order your milk and cream with your groceries each day Gream, quart hottles, 38¢ less 4c for hottle Cream, Pint hottles, 20c less 3¢ for hottle Gream, 1-2 pint hottles, 13¢ less 3cfor hotile Milk, quart hottles, 13¢ less 4¢ for botile First delivery leaves the store at 8 a. m, W. Q. Schroeder Minnesota Ave., Cor. Fourth St. Phone 65. Subséribg for The Pioneer moc=se . S— —