Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, May 6, 1911, Page 8

— BIG MOB THROWS COAL INTO BAY Alaskans Emulate Boston Tea Party Stunt. DEMAND HOME PRODUCT Angered at Delay in Settling Coal Land Cases Citizens of Cordova March to Deck and Dump Several Hundred Tons of Canadian Coeal In- to the Sea—Leading Men of Town Take Part in Demonstration. Cordova, Alaska, May 6.—The ex- citement caused by the government's failing to hurry action in Alaska coal land cases reached a climax here when 300 business men and citizens formed & mob and, armed with shovels marched to the ocean dock of the Alaska Steamship company, where they proceeded to throw several hun- dred tons of British Columbia coal in- to the bay. Incensed at the thought of no reply to many appeals cabled to President Taft to urge action looking to the opening of the Alaska coal fields the citizens of Cordova decided to follow the example set by the “Boston tea party.” Among those who participated in the *“coal party” were A. J. Adams, president of the chamber of com- merce, ex-Mayor W. H. Chase and Councilmen James Flynn and Charles Ross. The time selected for the movement was opportune, for United States Dep- uty Marshal Sam Brightwell was three miles away, United States Commis- sioner O. A, Tucker could not be found and Chief of Police George Dooley could not be reached until several tons of coal had been disposed of and the “party” was in full swing, Mob Demands Alaska Coal. Richard J. Barry, general agent of the Alaska Steamship company and the Copper River railroad, was in his office on the dock, and was taken by complete surprise when the mob swooped down on the property. He demanded that the shoveling cease, but the crowd’s only answer was “Give us Alaska coal.” Barry was érmpd, but friends per- suaded him not to fire. Workmen of the railroad shops were sent for and arrived with Superintendent Van Cleave at the same time that Chief of Police Dooley put in an appearance. Dooley ordered the mob to disperse, but President Adams of the chamber of commerce shouted: “Shovel away, boys. We want only Alaska coal.” Demand was then made in the name of the United States to disband or suffer arrest for rioting. This demand was heeded, merchan returning to their places of business and other citizens going about their regular oc- cupations. Mayor Lathrop has appealed to Gov- ernor Walter k. rk, who is in Washington, for a tance. If the local situation remains un- changed it is thought that Governor Clark will ask that troops be sent from Fort Liscomb. A Sixth Sense. An interesting discussion arose at a fecent college lecture concerning the tinct of direction™ possessed so marvelously by savage races and by animals, Undoubtedly animals are aided lurgely by scent. In the case ot bumans it is different, and some of the puplls argued that the primitive man is able to fingd his way in the densest forest without taking note of the sun. the wind, the lay of the land or the .course of the streams. -There- fore it was said he must be guided by a sixth sense because none of the reg ular five could aid him. Other pupils, however, argued that the In- dian found his way in places where there were no apparent guides be- cause he knew how, hecause he had learned all his life how to do it, just, as the writer, for instance. will write page after page of copy. spelling all the words correctly, but yet cannot if asked to spell a simple word. This is becanse he learned the words long ago and his spelling is purely me- chanical. It is so with the Indian finding his way through the woods.— Cincinnati Commercial Tribune. Fiction or History. After all, fiction is not always the worst place in which to look for his- tory. There is a story of Mr. Disraell at the time of his extremely bumptu- ous youth when he had just returned from his travels in the east. As a young man, much under thirty, he met Lord Melbourne, who was then prime minister, at dinner. Lord Mel- bourne proceeded to discourse on the eastern questiou, but instead of listen- ing to the prime minister with the re- spect which he ought young Disraelf said, “It seems to me that your lord- ship has taken your knowledge of the east from ‘The Arabian Nights.’” Some prime ministers I have known would have snubbed the young man severely. Lord Melbourne was not of that kind. He rubbed his hands with great cheerfulness and said .to the young man, “And a devilish good place to take it from!"—Lord Rosebery In an Edinburgh Address. Some of the Things for which to Gome to this Store for--Now The Magic Price of $16.50 is Placed o Each of 50 Women's Suits - That Were $25.00, $27.50 and $30.00 & Also all Fancy Serge Coats Included The end of these attractive tailored Suits which have be‘en in such great demand during the last When we shall offer all that remains of sixty days is scheduled for this selling. our $25.00, $27,50 and $30.00 Suits at...............cc.iveeeeeieerenennninn, grays, tans, worsted mixtures. and a number of pin striped Mohair in navy, blue and black at Other_ Suits at $9.75, $12.00 and $15.00 $16.50 Spring Coat Sale $16.50 Choice at $16.50 of all the Spring Coats left from our regular $22.50 and $32.50 lines. One of a kind in most cases. All sizes from 14 Misses to 45 Bust. Plain tailored serges in navy blue,. black and tan, covert cloths. Sailor collars and braid trimmed models of blue serge. Gray mixtures in plain tailored styles, also a few English mixture coats. lined to the waist. This is a good opportunity to secure a light weight Coat that you $16 50 will find comfortable many times during the summer....................... . Other Coats at $8.00, $10.00 and $12.00 ' Whatever is New and Distinctive will be found in these Exquisite Tub Frocks at $5.00 They have just arrived, these dainty washable summer Dresses of Lawn, Gingham, Chambrae in every.conceivable style from the simple, tailored dress to elaborate lace and embroidery $5 00 L} Other Tub Frocks at $3.25 and $2.55. Simple House Dresses at $1 and up $15.00 Silk Dress Sale $15.00 Every womans thoughts are turning just now to new dresses for Spring. A particularly lovely host have entered this $15.00 dress sale. Beautiful models of wool Challies, Chiffon, Marquisette, striking the latest notes for Spring. Many with Jlace-touches at yoke and sleeves. All show some charming variation of the newest overskirt.: A wide range to choose from at Fifteen dollars. These involve a different type of dresses than the ordinary store shows for this purpose for the young MISS, in a class by herself in Ready-to-Wear clothes. Skirts must be shorter, bust smaller,, confiriun and Graduation Dresses studied to give the right lines and styles to her dres. This store specializes on Misses and Junior dresses and we are showing a complete line of Net, Voile and Lingerie dresses adapted for this pur- pose. Prices are reasonable, quality of material and workmanship considered. LITTLE MISS “UP-TO-DATE” is beginning to demand Ready-made clothes, and the girls of Bemidji who have learned to be most particuiar, take pride in having the Crane & Co.. label in their garments. This year we are prepared with more WHITE DRESSES for graduation, confirmation and other “dress up” wear than ever before. These dress are also satisfying the mothers who watch their cost against the dresses that have to be made. Beautiful lace and em- broidery trimmed styles of fine sheer materials, made in the latests models. ‘We particularly invite the girls to come in and see these dresses whenever they feel like it. Girls white dresses (sizes 6 to 14) $2.25 to $12.00. | Junior Dresses (13 to 17 years) $8-00 to $37.50. All manner of Tub dresses for School and Romp-about wear $1 to $6.50. “Pretty Things For The Bahy” The baby shop is filled with dainty wear- ables of all kinds, including all manner of White and Colored Dresses Coats, Bonnets, Skirts, Romp- ers, Nightengales, Wrappers, Sacques, Carriage Robes/. Shoulder Shawls, Flannels, Knit goods and etc. Plain and practical styles at sensible prices, as well as higher class styles. There are plenty fancy trimmed Suits as well, you will find plain colors and mixtnres in serges, ir li . Plai dt 1 h Black hair line serges. Plain gray and tan wool cras 516.50 All of the above coats are its only now that she must decide on the ready-to-wear garments she proposes to have. waist length shorter and many other features ) curable and she naturally turns to the “best store” troussenu. Wi chine, Chiffon, Marquisette and Silks: Attractive lingerie in skirts, slips, gowns, corset covers complete the trousseau. Just Why These are so good looking. into simple little blouses with white at the throat, and a scattering of French knots in silk, or beaded with beads from Venice: will know they are especially attractive at $4.85, also at the above price you will find nets, foulards, messalines, etc. distinct styles—no lack of variety, surely; kimona sleeves or the other kind; high V or low neck, and lace, ribbon or embroidery for the adorning. sleeves—Special well known makes of first quality undermuslin, in carefully made styles. Well fitted, well finished and of better quality than ordinary. Princess Slips $1.50 to $6.75 White Petticoats 76¢ to $14.10 Full selection of vests in regular and out sizes Union Suits 50c to $5.00. Also assortments of children’s Union Suits at 50¢ and 65c. Third Street. $16.50 Cl JUNE WEDDINGCS ARE CLOSE AT HAND st have been thinking of her trousseau some months past, but The bride-to-be mu A BDIDE, above all women insists upon her outfit being the very best pro- in the community to supply her e are prepared as never before with beautiful GOWNS. Crepe-de- The newest waists of Chiffon and Lingerie. ; in fact everything needed to Feminine Blouses at $4.85 Picture soft filmy chiffons made up Surely from even this brief description you Inexpensive Night Cowns For the woman who wishes fo spend one dollar for her gowns there are fifteen Crinkied Cotton Gown (Requires no Ironing) Yoke white and colored, embroidery lace edge around neck and $1 59 - Spring and Summer Undermuslin Art tailored UNDERWEAR styles. Leonz! three-piece garments and other Night Gowns 50c to $8.00 Combinations $1.50 to $15.00 Ladies Knit Underwear A special feature line of lisle and silk underwear, also cotton body underwear. 15¢ to $3.50. 207 Everything Ready-to-Wear RN o—