Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, June 24, 1915, Page 1

THE BEMIDJ I VOLUME 13, NO 151, BEMIDJ], MINNESOTA, 'mmmi m JUNE 24, 1015. - FORTY CENTS'PER MONTH. SLAVS FALL biee, TOOWNBORDERLIN ™ Fall of Lemberg Practically Concludes German Operations in Galicia— Russian Defeats Severe. LOST CONQUERED TERRITORY New Offense Will Not Be Started Without Assistance—Three Factors Contribute to War’s Losses. By J. W. T. MASON. New York, June 24.—The fall of Lemberg practically concludes the German operations in Galicia. The Russians must now fall back on their own border, while the Austro-Hun- garian province which was to be an- nexed to the czar's empire after the war is returned to its former pos- The series of defeats the ns have suffered since the Ger- man drive began eight weeks ago are among the most damaging of the war, not only because they take from the Slavs their only conquered terri- tory, but also because they reveal both a moral and military disinte- gration in the Russian army. Must Have Assistance. The Russians probably will not again resume a serious offensive un- aided. 1f Rumania keeps out of the war—and if the western Allies con- tinue unable to compel the Teutons to deplete their eastern defenses-— it is difficult to see how Russia can recover her military vigor. The Slavs have shown no aptitude for a sustain- ed offensive at any time since the war began. Their defensive quali- ties were admirable until the Galic- ian operations began, but now they have lost even this power under stress of a strong attack. Unless, therefore, Russia is assisted to her feet, her future importance in the war will constantly diminish. Rus- sia, in faet, is the first of the bellig- erents to be beaten. Does Not Count. The shortage of ammunition which is said to prevail among the Slavs does not account, by itself, for the extent of the Russian collapse. Other causes are at least partly responsible for the defeat. Probably foremost is Russia’s low degree of organizing skill and absence of foresight- After having won Gal- icia, the Russians did not prepare proper defensive positions, such as the Germans, French and English have constructed in the west. When the German drive began, therefore, the Russians were caught unpre- pared. Three Factors Contribute. It is highly probable that the morale of the Russian troops has de- generated and that the best fighting units were killed earlier in the war. The enormous number of prisoners captured by the Teutons during the Galician drive seems to substantiate this conclusion. Three factors, there- tore, apparently have contributed Lo Russia’s defeat: Moderate insufficiency of ammuni- tion; Scarcity of prepared defenses, and Low fighting quality of the new troops with the colors. BRYAN MAY BE CANDIDATE FOR SENATOR HITCHCOCK’S SEAT (United Press) Washington, Jennings Bryan, until recently sec- retary of state, this morning an- nounced that he will retain his cit- izenship in Nebraska and will con- tinue ‘the publication of the Com- monor. This is considered as signifi- cant on account of the rumors that Bryan will enter a fight for Senator ilitcheock’s toga. Foley-Grove. William P. Foley, the Bemidji liv- eryman, and Miss Margaret Grove of Rock Lake, N. D., formerly of ~ Be- midji, were married in North Dakota Tuesday morning. They will spend about ten days visiting in southern Minnesota and Wisconsin before re- turning to ~Bemidji. Mrs. Foley owns a claim near Pine Island and her parents are now living on the land. KRR RHHHHE KKK KKK * CUPID PLAYS JOKE x* KR KKK KKK KK KK Whether Dan Cupid wished to play a joke or that one of his carefully aimed arrows failed to pierce the heart of the only girl sufficiently is not known, but there was a surprise in the clerk of court’s office this morning when Lucy LaFontisee, deputy, opened a letter from which dropped an unused marriage license and the following letter of explana- tion: “I,am sending this back- and if you want to send me anything you can do it as I ain’t going to use this.” Sad to _relate, ther unhappy man not only loses his bride but the price of a license. The biting apparatus of a flea is only one-twelfth the diameter ot ‘the finest needle. June 24.—William | FEDERAL RESERVE PLAN INTERESTS N. Y. BANKERS Oie( ~toga Springs. N. Y., June 24.— ~s ‘of ‘wide interest to the bank. financial world were be- gun here <t /at the twenty-second annual cony. ation of-the New.York Bankers Association. The conven- tion delegates were especially in- terested in the federal reserve system and Paul M. Warburg, member of the federal reserve board, discussed its work at length . today. The same topic will be up for general discus- sion tomorrow after an address by Benjamin Strong, Jr., governor of the New York federal reserve bank. The bankers did not confine themselves entirely to business today, however. In the afternoon there was a polo game between teams representing the bankers of eastern and western New York. A number of track events were also staged. There will be an informal dance this evening. ‘ONTOPARIS'IS POPULAR CRY OF GERMAN PEOPLE (United Press) Berlin, June 24.—*On to Paris” is the popular cry here during street demonstrations following the fall of Lemberg. Nothing official has been given out, but it is hinted strongly and suggested unofficially that the Germans are thought to enter the offensive in Northern France. To abandon the Galician offensive and make drives upon Paris, is the belief of Germany, and it is thought that the Teutons will renew their drive upon the right wing of the Allied armies. HAS COMPLETED GREENHOUSE Fair Store Management -Adds New Department—Is Attractive. A real up-to-the-minute green- house has just been completed by W. A. Elliott in the rear of his store on Third street, better known as the Fair store. This takes up practic- ally the full length of the lot, run- ning from the street front back to the alley. The new addition is built mostly of glass and is 16 by 18 feet. In the center of the addition is a wa- ter fountain filled with goldfish around which are planted flowers, ferns and potted plants. Canary birds also add to the pleasantness of the surroundings, and from indi- cations this promises to be one of the popular departments of the en- terprise. MANY TO ATTEND PICNIC Special Trains to Carry Outers to Sons of Herman Affair. Under the auspices of the Bemidji Sons of Herman, a big picnic is to be held at Puposky Sunday. There will be races of all kinds, baseball and the Bemidji band will provide music dur- ing the day. Arrangements have been completed whereby the Red Lake line will operate special trains be- tween Bemidji and Puposky, the first leaving Jiere at 7:30 a. m. and the next at 9:30 a. m. The committee in charge comprises the following: Otto Schwandt, Fred Brinkman, A. Klein, M. Thome and J. P. Lahr. WARDEN ALLEN WILL PUT HONOR SYSTEM TO SUPREME TEST (Unitea Press) Joliet, 111, June 24.—Warden Al- len, whose wife was murdered by a trusty several day ago, has decided to put the honor system, in which he has great faith, to the supreme test. He will have each of the eleven trus- ties visit his office and will person- ally ask them, “Did you murder my wife?” . Visits Northern Points. Andrew Johnson, sheriff of Bel- trami county, is at Grygla on official business. Before returning to Be- midji, which will probably be next Monday, the sheriff will visit at Bau- dette and other northern points: Elks Meet Tonight. There will be a postponed meeting of Bemidji lodge, No. 1052, B. P. O. Elks this evening. There is much of special interest will be discussed. REPORTER TEMPUS FUGIT -NOT™ MANY MORE DAXS LEFT™ N TUNE. 0 FIND ME_ - CLOTHING STORE FLOODED “The Leader” Stock Suffers Kuvy Loss as Result of Carelessmess— Water left Running in Hall. BIG SACRIFICE SALE T0 RESULT Practically the entire stock of clothing, shoes and furnishing goods of The Leader store, 210 Third street, was damaged last night as a result of an open water faucet which was left running all night in the bath room of the Elks hall, which is directly over the Leader. “It is hard to estimate the exact damage done,” said Barney Erickson, manager of the store, “as practically every section has been soaked by wa- ter. Had the damage been caused by fire and water, I believe insurance companies would consider a fair loss estimate at from $5,000 to $8,000. It is going to be a big job to get this stock back into the same con- dition as before and I feel that the quickest way to do is to turn the stock over to the general public at a big sacrifice in price. . This has al- ready been decided upon and we will put men at work today and Friday, marking down.the goods so that the stock may be sold at once. We plan on commencing the sale Saturday, June 26.” Store Closed Two Days. The store will be closed today and Friday and opened for business Sat- urday morning. Mr. Erickson stated also that every article, whether dam- aged or not, will be included in the sale, which will mean that all the new spring and summer stock will go at water damaged prices. The Elks hall was occupied last evening by another organizatioh and it is thought by Mr. Erickson that the water was running from about 11 o’clock last night until the store was opened at 7:30 this morning. The ceiling in the store is of ste:l and the water found its way through every corner and joint, thus flooding the entire room. Water an inch deep in some places was found on the floor. Little damage was done to the upper floor as most of the water soak- ed through the bath room floor and spread by way of the steel ceiling. BERLIN PAPER RENEWS ATTACK ON_ WILSON (United Press) Berlin, June 24.—The Tages Zei- tung, the German newspaper recently suspended because of its attacks on the German-American situation, this afternoon attacked President Wilson of the United States, when it re- sumed publication. The publication declared that Wil- son had suggested a peace conference in Switzerland and at the same time, it added, Wilson was advocating safe conduct for swimming arsenals for supplying England and France with ‘war munitions. BIG FIRE AT THIEF RIVER Building of Wholesale Grocery Com- pany Gutted by Blaze Last Night. Damage estimated at $45,000 was caused by fire at Thief River Falls last night when the Thief River Falls Grocery company’s establishment was gutted. The blaze originated in a peanut roaster located near the cen- ter of the structure, and rapidly spread through the building finally breaking out through the rear end. The loss is partly covered by insur- ance. The building was a one-story brick structure, 120 feet long and 75 feet wide. GENERAL GONZALES’ MARCH ON MEXICO CITY IS HALTED (United Pross) Galveston, Tex., June 24.—General Gonzales’ advance upon Mexico City has been halted. Learning that Za- pata had large forces inside of the city, Gonzales, representing Carranza, halted, hoping that Zapata woul sur- render to avoid battle. General Ob- regon is expected to occupy Augas Calientes tomorrow. ‘Weather reports from Gibraltar business of fmportance and matters jare sent to London daily by wireless telegraphy. FIRE. INSURANCE RATE OF STATE cur Bemidji Benefited iy_ Action of §. D, Works, Who Backed by New Law, Defeats Underwriters’ Plan. MUCH SAVED IN RISK CHARGES —_— Insurance Commilliopcr Had Permis- sion of Gov. Hammond to Fight Proposed Increase of Companies. Threatened increases in fire in- surance rates in Bemidji and through- out the entire state have been avert- ed and promises of reductions which will save owners of dwelling houses and business buildings hundreds &f thousands of dollars have been. ob- tained by the state insurance depart- ment according to-an announcement made by State Insurance Commis- sioner S. D. Works. The proposed reductions will go into effect July 1, next. Bemidji insurance agents have re- ceived notice from :Walter 1. Fisher, manager of the General Inspection company, that the change in rates is to be made and the conditions under which they are altered pointed out. These reductions are the first re- sults of the fire insurance rdting bill fathered by Mr. Works and passed by the last legislature, giving to the in- surance commissioner power to super- vise rate-making within the state. The negotiations which resulted in the reductions have been in progress nearly two weeks. Works Fights Plan, Officers of the several rate-making bureaus in Minnesota early in: June notified Commissioner Works that the national board of fire underwrit- ers had decided to raise fire insurance rates in about a dozen -states in the Middle West. Mr. Works. at once notified them that under the author- ity of the new rate regulation law (Continuea on last page). LINDBERGH ON RIVER TRIP Congressman Passes Through Bemidji On Way to Little Falls. C. A. Lindbergh, congressman of this_district, whojjs making a boat trip from the source of the Missis- sippi river at the Itasca State park to his home at Little Falls, arrived in Bemidji yesterday, having made the journey- from the park to this city in four days. He is accompanied by his son, Charles, and says that al- though many difficulties were encoun- tered during the first part of the trip that it is being much enjoyed. The congressman left this morning for Cass Lake: Mr. Lindbergh states that the purpose of his trip is to se- cure information and become better acquainted with the conditions and needs of the district he now repre- sents. Beltrami county has been in Congressman Lindbergh’s district since his last term began. B WEBBER IS BOUND OVER Man Accused of introduoing Liquor Must Await Grand Jury Action: Judge Hiram A. Simons, - United States commissioner, this morning bound Jacob Webber over to the Fed- eral court grand jury on a charge of introducing ten quarts of whisky in- to Indian territory. Webber was ar- rested on the morning of June 18 hy L. W. Carson, special officer of the Indian department and was arraigned the same day, but demanded a hear- ing. His bond was fixed at $1,000 and if it is not placed he will be ta- ken to the Fergus Falls county jail to await action of the grand jury. Officer Carson was in court when the case was called this morning. SIX KILLED BY EARTHQUAKE; PROPERTY LOSS $350,000 e (Unitea Press) Calexico, Cal., June 24.—Frank Smith, a violinist, died this morning, making the' total fatalities of Tues- day’s earthquake at Imperial Valley, erty damage will amount ‘to $350,- 000. Scoop Wants All The Lnttle Detalls “Tended To First six. It is estimated that the prop-, BEMIDIT'S SCENIC HIGHWAY NOW READY FOR TRAFFIC Bemidji’s new state rural high- way, No. 9, between the city_ and Blackduck, is nearing completion. This road practically follows the route of the old trail leading north from Bemidji, winding along the west shore of the lake to its head, which ‘was abandoned many years ago. Next boulevard northward to connect with this road but for the present any road leading to the Lunn onion farm may be used. 'The state road is met at this point. This will give an at- tractive drive from Bemidji to the north country. H. Thursdale, one of the contractors in charge of the con- struction, of the road, suggests that for the present, and until surfacing is completed, that automobile drivers use the new road when traveling north only. This will aveid any passing of machines on unfinished portions of the road. NEW ROAD LAW TO RESULT Senator Vibert of Cloguet Says Legis- ‘lature Must Pass Measure to Take Place Left by Elwell Repeal. G00D TO RESULT FROM JUNKET Fred D. Vibert, the Cloguet sena- tor, who was one of the most active members of the legislative excursion of last week, is one of the many legis- lators who now realize that a new road law for Minnesota is necessary. On his return to his home city from Brainerd, the last city to be visited by the excursionists, Senator Vibert said although the Elwell law repeal- ed, some such law to enable counties to build roads will have to be en- acted at the next session. " “I think,” said the senator, “that the responsibility of payment for these roads will have to rest on the county and not on the state as they did under the Elwell law. -“The thing which impressed me most about the trip of the legisla- tors. was the large number of law- makers, who, though busy men, felt sufficiently” interested in the needs of this north country to give 10 days of their time and stand an expense of about $50 to take the trip,” said Senator Fred D. Vibert today. “Many of the men had their wives with them which made the expenses of a large | number of the"senators more than $100. Nearly every man stayed with the party throughout the tour. It shows more than passing interest in the affairs of the state when a man will do this. “Senator Westlake and I greatly appreciate the loving cups the mem- bers of the party gave us and we cer- tainly are proud of them. I think every member of theparty has a new idea of this part of the state and T am sure that our needs will get con- siderate attention in the next legis- lature.” Senator Vibert had nothing but praise for Bemidji and other towns which were visited on the trip and said that everyone seemed to enjoy the 10 days to the utmost. He pointed out that land values along newly con- structed roads had increased from 50 to 100 per cent. GERMANY IS PREPARED TO MAKE CONCESSIONS (United Press) Berlin, June 24.—Although it will probably be delayed two weeks more, and positively asserted as reliable, the German reply to the second’Am- erican note will make some decided ‘concessions. It is quite possible that the reply, which is now in prelimin- ary form, will suggest distinguishing marks for vessels carrying non-con- traband of war which will insure them against submariné attacks. The Germans are proceeding - cautiously with the framing of the note. How- ever, the German answer will point out that a distinct advance has been ‘made toward securing freedom of the seas, for which, Von Jagow, German foreign minster says, Germanyi is fighting. . PR Mr. and Mrs. Harry Koors left to- day for Deer River where they will, remain until Sunday. The trip was made in the Koors car. U LADYSNAME-OH T HAVENT FOUND HERNET- WHY DIDJD0 HAVE- A SKIRT N MIND? year the city will continue the lake |’ HUNDREDS TOBE ATTRACTED BY BEMIDII'S INDEPENDENCE DAY FREE CELEBRATION Program, Just Announced by Committee in Charge, Reveals Many Sur- prises in Way of Features and Most Successful Celebration s Ever Held Here is Anticipated. DARE-DEVIL CORIELL TO GIVE TWO THRILLING PERFORMANCES Automohle, Motorcycle, Horse, Fant Canoe and Tub Races Will Add to Enjoyment—Street Parade to Be Splendxd—mlehdl Game Between Fosston and Bemidjx for Large Pn.ne Plans have practically been completed for Bemidji’s Independence day celebration, to be held on Monday, July 5, and the program, showing many features and assuring interesting entertainment, was announced by the committee today. The committee in charge plans to make the celebration the most successful ever held in Bemidji and the day will be made as enjoyable as possible for residents of the city and the hundreds who are planning to observe the Fourth here. There will be automobile, . motorcycle, horse, foot and canoce races during the day. Coriell will give several thrilling demonstrations and a baseball game, played -between Bemidji and Fosston for a purse of $150, will close the afternoon’s program. All of Nation to Join. At noon, Bemidji, as will all of the nation, will join in singing “The Star Spangled Banner.” Entries for the auto and horse races must be made with Chad Jewett or Dr. W. K. Denison, committeemen, on or before July 1. Salute at Sunrise. At sunrise there will be a cannon salute and at 9 o’clock the program for the day will begin on the down town streets of the city. The program - follows: Morning Program. 1st prize 2nd prize M.—100-yard dash, Third street from Minnesota Ave. to Beltrami Ave. (Free for all).. M.—Human wheelbarrow race. Boys under 16, 9:00 A. $ 3.00 § 2.00 9:15 A. (no girls). Distance, 100 feet on lake shore North of Fourth street......... 3.00 2.00 9:30 A. M.—Greased pig race. Corner Third and Be- midji Ave. ....... pees feseieaes . The pig 9:45 A. M.—Fat man’s race. Dntnes must weigh 200 *1bs. or more. On Beltrami avenue from Third to Second street ...... teeeseenn 1 box 10c cigars M.—Sack race for boys under 16. On Minne- sota Ave. from Third to Second street. . M.—The big attraction in a thrilling death- defying, dare-devil wire slide on his head. Coriell descends from the topmost point at a rapid clip. On vacant lot rear of I. 0. 0. F. Hall, cor. Fourth St. and Bemidji Ave., across from Armory; cost of twoaets .....ooeiiiininnnns v.... 200.00 10:45 A. M.—Boys’ express wagon race, one foot in wagon, - other to push; on Fourth street between Minnesota Ave. to Beltrami Ave....... A.M.—Automobile and Float parade. Starts at the Beltrami entrance of Fair Grounds at 2 10:45 sharp. Two prizes for autos, two . for -floats, providing six or more.floats I L -enter:-~One prize for floats. providing three or more enter. Auto prizes, best decorated car. .. Float prizes, best decorated float. 11:45 A.M.—Gathering at city hall of autoes and crowd where the “‘Star Spangled Banner” will be sung, led by Prof. H. Vieson, the Be- +midji bandmaster. Afternoon Program at Fair Grounds. 10:00 A. 3.00 2.00 10:30 A. 2.00 1.00 10:45 15.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 First Second M.—Three-mile auto race, free for all, best two “out of three heats ........ M.—4Tug of war, Nymore vs. Bemidj M.—Auto Race, second heat......... M.—The largest couple on the grounds will be awarded a prize. Award will be made on platform in front of grandstand. . M.—Auto Race, third heat.. M.—Australian Pursuit race by touring cars. 16.00 . M.—Motoreycle race, 2 miles, free.for all...... 10.00 M.—Running race by farmers’ horses, half mile, best two out of three heats............ . M.—Largest family outside of Bemidji and Ny- more will be awarded a prize on plat- fOrm ......ociveinnnes 40 P. M.—Second heat of running race . 50 P. M.—Family coming the longest 1:30 P. 25.00 $15.00 15.00 ¢ o S S v 5.00 10.00 5.00 10,00 6.00 © @ > d distance by team will be awarded a prize on plat- formof .......o0nnen 5.00 4:00 P. M.—Third heat of running race. 4:15 P. M.—Baseball game, Fosston vs. purse of $150. = Evening Program, Down Town. Bemidji for First Second M.—Canoe race, male crew, from ‘Warfield’s 3 landing to city AOCK. .o vveveeaceses.$ B.00 M.—Tub race by boys under 16. Between Vik- .« ing boat houses and city dock. Boys must bring their own tubs. 2.00 1.00 —Canoe race, mixed crews, from Wnrfleld’s 2 3 . Q06K £0 CILY OCK . rnveneneensesones | 5.000 - 12.00 M.—Coriell’s big attraction in thrilling high wire feat, sliding from topmost point on his . head down a steep inclined wire at a fast clip. ‘The Bemidji ‘band wiii give a concert throughout the evening Psr- at the band stand, foot of Third street. 5 form;ngzs P. M.—Grand display of fireworks on Lake Front. Exhibition will be given-from barges anchored ;out in the lake at a convenient dis- 7:16 P. $ 2.00 7:30 P. 7:45 P. M. 8:00 P. ‘tance so that ‘all may see. All' prizes will 'be awarded as soon as the events are won. The I\lt0< mobile’ parade’ judges will be appointed by the Woman’s Study club, and" will ‘take their seats on the’balcony of the Markham hotel. By "HOP" First Sets in Tennis Contest to Bo* Played at Club-Courts. Members of the Bemidji, Tennis club are taking much interest in the tournament which- starts this eve- ning and the results of the games are to be closely watched. The sets this . ‘evening are to’be played as follows: Bueford M. Gile vs. B, W. Lakin; E. S. Larson vs. Edward Page; J. A. \.| Younggren vs. Dr. G. M. Palmer and Nelson. - Players .are lehsdulad' to plny on_certain nlghu must. do 80 - offi TOURNAMENT STARTS TONIGHT