Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, November 24, 1913, Page 1

VOLUME 11. 179. TELEGRAPH SYSTEM NOT UP T0 DATE Tavenner Says New Inventions Now Used In Europe Are Not Needed By American Monopoly COMPARES SHORT CHICAGO LINE Believes That Government Owned System Would Eradicate High Pricees Paid For Messages By Congressman Clyde H. Tavenner. Washington, 24-— There is no better way of showing the extent to which the telegraph monopoly has failed to perform the function for which the American people gave it franchises than by contrasting its service with that cf a little telegraph company at pre- sent doing a commercial business be- tween the cities of Chicago and St. Louis. = The old telegraph companies charge 35 cents for sending and de- livering ten words between those two cities. The new company, which is known as the “Telepose” sends 25 words for 25 cents. The latter is a corporation, organ- ized for profit. It is not giving its gervice away. It is earning a pro- fit. It is too small in the industrial world to hope to break” the mono- poly in a price-cutting war. it charges a cent a word because = at that charge it can earn a profit on every word sent. The ‘Telepost” is the existing proof in the United States that this government, which does not expect to earn profits, can give the public 4 complete telegraph service at a maximum charge of a penny a word, and probably considerably cheaper than that. How does the Chicago-St. Louis company do it? Simply by making use of existing inventions for cheap- ening telegraph service, inventions such as today are in use in every low-priced, government-owned tele- graph system in Europe, but which have systematically been suppress- ed by the American telegraph mono- poly. The American telegraph monopoly has not needed to use these inven- tlons. It has a large investment tied up in antequated equipment, - and rather than throw this equipment on the scrap heap, it has suppressed the inventions, Being a monopoly, it does not fear that competitors will spring up. Its service is chiefly used by gamblers on the stock exchange, gamblers in pool rooms, gamblers in food products, all of whom live oun easy money and are not inclined to complain against extortionate tele- graph charges, since the telegraph enables them to gain their easy money. That the people might appreciate a cheapening of the service has nev- er occurred to the monopoly. The people are not to be considered, any- how. Their use of the telepragh lines constitutes less than 20 per cent of the total business. In fact, being en- franchised to serve the people with a telegraph system, the old compan- ies are holding their franchises un- der false pretenses. The average man uses the telegraph only in case of death grave crises. Ninety per cent of all messages sent by the American telegraph com- panies go on the antequated simplex system. That is, one message at a time on a single wire. In some of their busiest offices the companies send quadruplex, or four at a time. The telepost invention sends more words over a single wire than the old system can on 68 simplex wires; or on 1 worked quadruplex. It can send 1,000 words a minute, much taster than words can be spoken, and the same wire can be used simul- taneously for telephoning. It can send press news 60 times as fast as the old companies now handle it. The result is a great cheapening of service, a cheapening that all tha people might enjoy if the govern- ment owned the telegraph lines. N November. FOTOPLAYER MAKES HIT New Instrument at Grand Played for First Time Last Evening Those who attended the Grand theatre last evening were much pleaged with the $5,000 Fotoplayer which has been recently installed by Manager C. J. Woodmansee. The in- strument was played for the first time during the performance of last evening. The: music sounds very much like that of a pipe organ. Catherine and Dorthy Whitney entertained a number of friends Sat- -urday evening. Those present were Doris Helmer, Dorthy Kane, Merle Hanson, Essle Hazen, Clara Rudy; Agnes = Lauritzen, Bessie Tibbits, Dora Roe, Frorene Kane, Flody and Percy Hyatt, Bert Baker, Russell Harry and Brooks, eGorge Walker, Johnny Wolse, Earl Dowling, Billy Krouse, Frank Barrette, and Rudy/| JAMES W. 0SBORNE. Named by Governor Glynn to Probe Alleged Graft. McPARTLIN IN BEMIDJT -|City Attorney of International Falls .| Argues Case Before Judge Stanton |Ice Melts on Lakes F. J. McPartlin, city attorney of International Falls, and who recent- 1y announced that he would oppose Judge Wright at the primary elec- tion next spring, is in Bemidji today on legal matters. Mr. McPartlin ap- peared before Judge Stanton to ar- gue &' motion relative to an injunc- tion which has been filed by the Backus interests of International Falls prohibiting the city of Inter- national Falls from ‘purchasing land for the purpose of building a water and light plant. Harris Richardson of St. Paul appeared for the opposi- tion. Photo by American Press Association. Governor Glynn of New York has announced that he would appoim Jemes W. Os a specfal investi- gator to inquire into the charges brought to light' in the recent cam- paign. Mr, Osborne and the governor had a conference, at which a large amount of data in the executive chamber, including the papers re. cently submitted by John A. Hennes- sy, were turned over to Mr. Osborne: It is not thought that he will super- istrict Attorney Whitman in on of alleged “squeer ing” of contractors far election con tributions, but that he will investi gate irregularities of this nature over which the Ne v York district attorney ROE BOOSTS CHARTER Member of School Board and Former Alderman Favors It Adoption— ;. Has Given Much Study PRESENT RULE ERRORS SHOWN K. K. Roe, a member of the Bem- iaji Board of Educatian, formerly an alderman from the third ward and one of Bemidji’s prominent merchants, is an earnest advocate of most the commission form of government and to day said: “As ore who has long taken an in- terest in the commission form of government, 1 ‘want to express the hope that every voter in Bemidji will exercise his right to cast a ballot at the special election here tomorrow, either for or against the proposed charter. “Personally, after much study re- garding the government which now is in force in more than 300 cities in the United States, I am firmly convinced that this system of municipal regulation is a distinct step forward and that the proposed charter presented for the approval or rejection of the vot- ers here tomorrow, while not per- fect, is the best that could reason- ably be expected and that its adop- tion will mean a business like pro- gressive administration of the city affairs. “It is generally conceded by the best authorities that the secret . of success of the commission form plan lies in the fact that the government power is taken out of the -obscuri- ties and placed upon a pinnacle of light where all the citizens can watch it. “It also is admitted that in our old fashioned city governments there are two big errors: First, we have scattered the powers of government among so many officials that is it impossible for the péople to watch and control them all. Second, we have sub-divided the power in such small fragments that no single part is really worth watching. “The commission plan succeeds, therefore, because it puts the power where the people can see it. The vital feature is not the method of organization but the method of po- commission form of SWAMP LANDGRANT PATENTS SUSPENDED Interior Department Assistant Ad- vises Governor Eberhart-That State Must Explain EXECUTIVE IS NOT WORRIED Declares It Means Merely Slight De- lay While Intentions Are Being Shown To Federal Officials A. A. Jones, First Assistant Secre- tary of the Interior at' Washington, in a letter received by Governor Eb- erhart Saturday notified the execu- tive that he has suspended the is- suance of further patents to the State of Minnesota under the swamp land grant of 1860. This action involves 500,000 acres of land claimed by the state and is a direct result of the protest filed with the department by W. R. Mac- kenzie, Bemidji, and C. M: King, Deer River, officers of the Northern Minnesota Development. league, against the issuance of more patents until the Legislature adopts some de- finite reclamation policy. The protest alleged that the grant expressly provided for the use of the money derived from the sale of these lands in draining and otherwise im- proving them. This it was said, the state has not done and instead has diverted this money to —school and charitable institufions thereby break ing its contract with the govern- ment. Contention Sustained. This contention is sustained by T00 WARM FOR HUNTERS e Warm to Preserve Venison EARLY ‘HUNTERS WERE LUCKY Warm weather which has been prevailing over the Northwest is pro- ving a serious handicap to hunters of big game. Twice since the opening of the season many.of the lakes have thawed, one of these being Lake Erwing, the ice having melted after freezing for the first time in fif- teen years. 5 Hunters coming in from the hig Wwoods say that the warm weather greatly hampers them in . hauling game out of the'woods. It has melted the ice on -the lakes, 0 that game ‘has to be transfered across in boats or hauled around. & It is seldom' that such unseason- able weather has provailed during the big game season. In former years the temperature has usually been low enough to freeze the carcasses, | making them etiff and easy to handle Since the warm wave come the car- casses are limp and great difficulty is experienced in carrying them. It is alse hard tol keep the meat from spoiling before it can be sent to its destination. The law forbids the sell- ing of vension, and its consumption is naturally slower than it would be if placed upon the market. Many of [the hunters are not adequately equipped to put the meat in ecold storage. For that reason it is expect- ed that considerable meat will spoil if the warm weather continues. Hunters who “went out early are in luck. The lakes and streams were frozen over until the last few days. Now the ice hag either melted or is in an unsafe condition. Hunters say that a great deal of the game is shot near-lakes, and it has always been the custom to carry the carcas- ses across on the ice, making quicker and easler progress than by any other means. Boats large enough to carry deer, moose and bear are scarce and so’ transportation “is proving a serious problem. 3 What -the hunters want is a cold wave to form good .ice, and a thin coat of smow to make a trail visible. During most seasons there has been plenty of snow by this time of the year. - “ . 2 —_—— " ED ROGERS COMPLIMENTED Great Coach Places Him On All- Time Indian Football Eleven Mr. Jones in his letter to Governcr Eberhart. He asks that the state sub- mit whether it has complied with the terms of the swamp land grant, and if not, what steps it proposes to take looking to the performance of the trust imposed upon it. Simply Means Delay. Governor Eberhart said yesterday he is sure the state’s title to the land will not be questioned, and that the suspension simply means there will be a delay in having the patents is- sued until the state shall satisfy the department that it is acting in good faith. 3 - Auditor Talks “This is axactly what I anticipat- ed,” said State Auditor Iverson. “It is noticeable in the secretary’s letter that he refers to a communication from the Northern Minnesota De- velopment association. That was what the letter purported to be. Messrs. King and Mackenzie ignored the association and while acting as individuals, arrogated to themselves authority as president and secretary of the association. I know this to be true, that the farmers and business men of northern Minnesota are not in sympathy with this movement to withhold patents. It can only result in tying up the land for an. indefi- nite time, and will delay its reclama- tion, for the state certainly cannot spend money improving the land un- til the title has passed. The officials at Washington have all along used every pretext to delay patents to these lands, and it has been a con- stant fight to get action. “If this complaint had betn made fifteen years ago there might have been some reason for it, but since Ed. Rogers of Walker, chief of the Chippewas, county attorney of Cass county, one of the greatest ends in the history of Carlisle and Min- nesota football, successful coach and all around good fellow has had an- other bouquet thrown his way. This time it is from Glenn Warner, coach of the Cailisle football eleven, who places Rogers at end on his all-time Indian football team. Coming as it does from one of the greatest coaches of present day football the selection is a fine compliment to the ability of the Cass county lawyer as a grid- iron star. It will be remembered that Rogers is the player that kicked the goal which tied-ithe famous 1903 con- test between Michigan and Minneso- ta, the score being 6 to 6. MARY PICKFORD AT GRAND Second of Famous Films To Be Shown Thursday and Friday As a special Thanksgiving feature C. J. Woodmansee, manager of the Grand theatre has secured, “In The Bishop’s Carriage,” the famous story and successful play which will be thrown on the screen Thursday and Friday evening. This is the second of a series of Famous Players Films, one of which is shown at the Grand every two weeks. The film was pro- duced by Danie] Frohman and the Famous Players Film company. Mary Pickford is seen in the absorbing role of Nance. The play is a fascinating, well-constructed drama. approaching tragedy but ending in romance. Miss Pickford is well known to lovers of motion pictures, and “In The Bis- 1901 the staté has directly recogniz- pular control.” SCOO THE CUB REPORTER " (Continued on Page ¢ hop’s Carriage,” is a strong vehicle DAVIES PRAISES BEMIDJI Editor of Crookston Times Says City Has Progressed Wonderfully ‘I could hardly belleve that I was in Bemidji, “sald N. 8, Davies, edi- tor of the Crookston Daily Times,” ‘Why during the last two years, since my last visit here, the city has im- proved most wonderfully, more than in the ten years previous. The paved streets and business like appearance of the city is surely a credit to the| = residents of Bemidji,” continued the editor. Mr. Davies was called to Be- midji last evening because of. the; serious illness of his mother, Mrs. W. L. Davies. Mr. Davies expects to re- turn to Crookston this evening, HiGH SCHOOL SHORT -COURSE BEGINS Only Four Enroll For Twelve Weeks Term While Others Announce Intention Of Entering WORK WILL START TOMORROW Superintendent Dyer Hopes That at Least Ten Boys and Girls Will Take Up Work During Week ‘While only four, two boys and two girls, enrolled today for the twelve weeks 'short course which ducted during the mid winter months in connection with the Bem- idji high school, W. P. Dyer, super- intendent of the Bemidji schools, is hopeful that the list will be enlarg- ed by at least eight students before the Thanksgiving vacation starts on next Wednesday afternoon. The sup- erintendent believes that the perfect weather of the last week as much to do with the small attendance. Mr. Dyer has received many let- ters asking for information concern- ing the short course and several have announced their inteneiton of entering during the next few days. While the course will be conduct- ed for a fewer number, Mr. Dyer says that ten pupils make the ses- sion a success. Special classes can be arranged for those who cannot reach the school until late each day. “This ‘short Course’is a special term of school opening November 24. and continuing for 12 weeks” said Mr. Dyer. “It is planned especially for the young people who can not attend the regular sessions of school. “Classes in Agriculture, Carpentry Sewing, Cooking, Arthmetic, Book- keeping and English will be organiz- ed. These courses will be practical and are planned to be of the greatest service to the students when they re- turn to the farms. “These courses are absolutely free to all whether-they live in the dis- trict or not. Books and supplies are furnished free. The only cost will be for board and room which can be ar- ranged for in private families. The teachers will assist in finding such places.” Today was taken up with registra- tion and tomorow work will begin Mr. Dyer announced today that he wished those who have work for pu- pils would so inform him. is con- RETURNS TO CASS LAKE Dr. D, F. Dumas Will Resume Prac- tice In Neighboring Village - Dr. Delbert F. Dumas, accompani- ed by his wife and little son, has re- turned to Cass Lake, arriving there last week. The doctor announced that he will resume his practice in Cass Lake. % Five Deer Brought In Five deer were brought to Bem- {dji this morning from points along the north line as the result of many hunter’s labor who spent Sunday in the north woods. Deer hunting is un- usually popular this season and many hunters are flocking to this portion of the state. County Auditor J. L. George has issued over 940 li- censes this season which is the most for her charming art. It's A Long Time Since Scoop Had A Footh ever issued in-Beltrami County. all Assignment TWO BRIDESZIAIDS. Miss Eleanor Wilson and ¢ VMIn Mary George White. Miss Eleanor Wilson (top), youngest daughter of .the president, and Miss Mary George White (below) of Balti- more will be bridesmaids at the Wil- son-Sayre wedding at the White House on Tuesday. There is a great activ- ity in Washington in anticipation of the event and hundreds of presents of all descriptions have been received. COMMENCE MAILING NOW Postmaster Erickson Thinks Mails Will be Clogged at Christmas— 1 Many Parcels Will Be Left | FOUR MEN IN PLACE OF ONE “Do Christmas mailing early” is the precept of the postal department. The injunction is given for the protection fo the people and a precaution against disappointment if Christmas presents are received a few weeks behind time. The popularity of the parcel nost makes it necessary to urge the iud- your Dle to mail their packages two three weeks before Christmas in o: der to assure delivery at the proper time. “I doubt if four men can weight up and rate packages this year as fast as one could last year,” said Postmaster Erickson. “Every package must be weighted. The clerk must look in the book and then at the map to see what zone it is in. Then he takes it to the rate table, where it is weighed and rated. Last year four pounds was the limit 'and we were considerably burdened at the Christmas period. This year the limit ‘is 20 pounds in the first and seécond zones and 11 pounds out- side, and it likely that there will be two or three times as many Christ mas packages as there were last year. All the extra help we could bring into the office would not dis- pose of the business if it did not come early, and if it does come late it 'will pile up and will then be dumped at the terminals until it can be disposed of.” ‘Even now the parcels are coming into the Bemidji office a wogan load a day, and postoffice officials say that “standing room” in the building will be at a premium during the holidays. Harry McClernan, who has charge of thé parcel post department is kept constantly busy. Basket Social - Tomorrow Determined to lessen the heavy debt of the church the young ladies of St. Philip's Catholic Church will endeavor to raise more money for the church fund by giving a basket social Tuesday evening in the City ‘hall.- Other forms of amusements will be arranged for and it is probable that ithis cvent ~7iil prove one of the most successfv! held this year. .By. HOP! - |pleted a jail sentence in VOTE ON CHARTER WILL BE CLOSE Interest Now At Its Height' and Those in Favor' of Commission Form Advocating its Passage POLLS OPEN UNTIL 9 P. M. Many Believe New Government Plan Will Carry in All Wards— Opponents Just As Sn:e WHERE TO VOTE First Ward—Miller’s Store. Second Ward—Fire Hall. Third Ward—Decaire’s Store. Fourth Ward—Dailey Employ- ment Office. With the special election which is to he held for the purpose of voting on the proposed new charter for the City of Bemidji only one day away, interest is at its height and those who are advocating the passage of the commission form of government are urging its adoption. One of the strong points in favor of the charter 1s the fact that there are more than three hundred citles of the United States governing over 7,000,000 people, which are ruled by the commission form of government. Red Wing, Duluth, Mankato, Anoka, St. Cloud and Faribault are cities in Minnesota which are being success- fully governed by the plan. Polls Open All Day As at any other election the polls e city will be open from 6 in orning until nine in the even- e d is for the.sole purpose of Jn the charter. »lould the charter be adopted, and it is the opinion of many resi- dents of the city that it will, an election will be held on the third | Tuesday in February at which- time three commissioners will be elected for the purpose of taking charge of the city’s business. One of these of- ficials will be named for a one year term, another, the mayor, for = two years, and the third for a term of three years. Primary Election Another féature of the Charter is the_holding of a primary election which will be held on the first Tues- day of February of each year. At ‘his election the highest two candid- ates will be placed on the regular election ballot. If any one candidate should receive more than half of the total number of votes, he -shall be declared elected and the later elec- tion will not be held. The new of- ficials will take charge in March, pro- vided the charter carries. While those who are favoring the adoption of the charter have faith in its passage, many who are opposed predict that the commission form will be turned down by a two to one vote. Members of Commission Members of the commission, res- ponsible for the submission of the proposed charter, are: A. P, White, president; K. K. Roe, vice-president; F. W. Rhoda, secre- tary, G. E. Carson; F. M. Malzahn, Jens J. Opsahl, F. §. Lycan, E. R. Getchell, W. N. Bowser, F. 8. Arnold E. E. McDonald, J. M. Richards, E. A. Shannon, M. E. Ibertson, R. H. Schumaker, - Those who have not as yet seen a copy of the charter should apply at the city clerk’s office and secure one they vote. HOLD UP MEN ARRESTED Trio Accused of Beating And Rob- bing Crookston Man Caught Bemidji police have been notifed that the three men who brutally as- saulted George Norberg of Crookston last Thursday night while he was on his way to the dam east of that city were arrested Friday night and are now being held in the city jail. Moxle Wolman, Peter McGrain and Charles Smith are the three now be- ing held and who are believed to be the guilty parties as Wolman made a complete confession. The men have a bad record and have just com- the Polk County bastile. The victim is now confined in the Bethesda hospital in Crookston and is expected to recover from his injuries. ) : H K KK KR KKK KKK * SATURDAY’S FOOTBALL®W ¥ KKK KK KKK KK KKK Chicago 19, Wisconsin 0. _Carlisle Indians 85, Syracuse 27. Navy 48. New York University 0.’ " Army 14, Springtield 7. > Ames 26, Drake 3. i Notre Dame 20, Christian Bro-' thers 7. - = y Minnesota 19, Illinois 9. Harvard - 15, Yale 5.