Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, February 5, 1917, Page 1

MINNESOTA HISTORICAL . Up-to-the-Mmute Dispatches by the United Press---Greatest Afternoon PapérService 'THE BEMIDJ1 DAILY P10 VOLUME XV, NO. 34. BEMIDJ1. MINNESOTA, MONDAY EVENING. FEBRUARY 5, 1917. KER 45 CENTS PER uom goc! ciety ri BisLO) U 3. BREAK WITH AUSTRIA APPEARS IMMINENT - American Prisoners Released (Bulletin) By United Press) Berlin, Feb. 5.—Germany has acceded to the demand of the United States for the release of the 72 Americans taken from the British ships Georgic, Mount Temple and Voltaire, following their capture by the Teutonic raider in the South Atlantic. The Americans have been held in German prison camps. The announcement of their release was made known today. FORD OFFERS FACTORY T0 THE UNITED STATES AS MUNITIONS; PLANT (By United Press) ‘Washington, Feb. 5.—Henry Ford, peace advocate, today offered to Sec- retary of Navy Daniels the use of the immense Ford auto plant for the manufacture of munitions in case of war with Germany. Ford stated the government could have the use of .the plant without a cent -profit to himself and \he will operate it with his own employes. AMERICANS IN GERMANY (By United Press) ‘Washington, Feb. 6.—It is under- stood there are between 2,000 and 6,000 Americans in Germany. The exact number is not as yet ascer- ‘tained. COUNCIL MEETS TONIGHT Tonight is the regular meeting of the city council and among the busi- ness to come up will be the presen- tation of annual reports. { BRITISH IN FIELD HAIL WITH DELIGHT NEWS OF BREAK (By United Press) With British Armies in Field, Feb. 5.—Everybody at the front thinks war between the United States and Germany is certain. The break between the United States and Germany was hailed with acclaim along the entire i battle fronts of the Entente. | “Gamest Man ——————————————————eeeeeeteee e et e e, e, oo St. Paul, Feb. 5.—'“The gamest man in the world,” Fred Hartman, crossed the finish line of the Red River-St. Paul Carnival dog derby[ at 5:30 o'clock Saturday, defeated by four mushers from the far north. Although he staggered into Como | park and collapsed into the arms of | James Hickey, one of the judges, more than four hours behind his; nearest competitor, Fred Hartmon | today is the hero of St. Paul and the! entire country. i Women at Finish. Among the crowd of 5,000 wha\ braved a far below zero temperature | for hour after hour to see Hartman, ! whose nerve, endurance and hard| luck have come to be almost the sole | topic of local conversation, were hun- dreds of women. They had been at the finish line | since early in the morning—a few came shortly after midnight—to pay tribute by their presence to the per- b/ ; GLASGOW CHASES GERMAN COMMERCE RAIDER The British cruiser Glasgow is the ship put on the track of the Teuton raider which riddled Entente com- merce in the South Atlantic, sink- ing a total of 29 vescels. It is re-O ported that the raider has been sunk and that the Glasgow and two other ships of Great Britain did the work.: Brief Chapter in a Life, Narrated by Police Chief To Reporter of ‘Pioneer’| It was a silent night, Saturday. A fine snow filtered through the frosty air. around the leafless branches of the treesin that melodious manner cal- culated to make a person do a hard coal shuffle toward the nearest nickle-trimmed base burner, as a rep- resentative of the Pioneer jerked open the storm door of the main en- trance to the city building, hurried down the long hall and entered the police department. No one was in sight and to the door of Police Chief Ripple’s office went the newspaper scribe. An electric bulb was shining against its green shade over the desk at which silently sat the chief— alone. The reporter stepped to a nearby seat. Not a word was utter- ed. The newspaper man lighted a short smoke and waited. Finally the chief spoke. Commenting on Life. “I was just thinking,” remarked Chief Ripple in a reflective mood, “I was just thinking,” he repeated, “how some of us oft’ times think our lot a harG one, but when one stops and considers the plight of hundreds and thousands of others we should feel thankful for what we have. A short time before you came in a fel- low stood in that door. He was thin- ly clad. His shoes were broken, his mittens were full of holes. His ov- ercoat was worn thin and his cap afforded little protection. He looked as if he had had little to eat. Name James Dawson. “I asked him what I could do for him and he told he was in search of work, that he had been sick and wanted to know if I would let him sleep in the jail. “I asked him what his name was. “ ‘James Dawson,” was the reply. “I reached for the keys to the jail and told him to follow me. We went outside and around to the jail. Un- in World,” Tribute to Hartman Who Finishes Race in a Daze severance and grit of this intrepid American sportsman. In Semi-Conscious State. They did not confine their remark- able ovation to cheers and applause. Women and children and men turned away with lumps in their throats as Hartman ended a day's journey, | the last fifteen miles of which had been run while he was in a semi- conscious state. The words of praise that open this account are not the words of an en- thusiastic reporter, blinded by ad- miration for a hero of the moment. There were spoken by James Hick- ey, a St. Paul attorney and follower of sporting events who has officiated at many of the country’s most sen- sational contests. “I've watched airmen in endur- ance contests, automobile racers, long distance swimmers, runners and driv- ers of horses. But for gameness, (Continued on Page Four) A bitter wind whistled |’ | ( locking the hasp I threw open the heavy door and: * A The chief arose, stepped to the door and looked around the depart- nrent office. No one was present. The chief resumed his seat. “And— Again the chief left his chair, walked to a window and peered out- side. No one was in sight except a huddled up pedestrian scudding over the crossing in the fitful glare of a street lamp swaying in the biting blasts. A second time the chief took his seat. ““And: There was a slight noise and the chief silently arose and slipped to the door of the police department headquarters and listened intently. All was silent. Again the chief re- turned and dropped into his chair. ‘“And what, chief? What happen- ed?” eagerly questioned the reporter in an impatient manner. Revorter Learns Secret. * The chief sat unmoved for a few moments, slowly turned hs head to- ward the Pioneer representative. He swung his swivel seat slowly around until he faced the reporter squarely. His face had the appearance of a man tired out and with something heavy on his mind. He looked full at the reporter. Laying a heavy hand on the reporter’s coat sleeve the grip tightened and he bent for- ward until his face was near that of the uneasy reporter and hoarsely whispered— “In walked Jimmy.” $150,000 EXPLOSION IN ELECTRICAL (0., _CAUSE IS UNKNOWN (By United Press) Milwaukee, Wis., Feb. 5.—An ex- plosion in the plant of the P. & B. Electrical Supply company today did damage to the extent of $150,000. The cause of the blast'is unknown. URGES CALMNESS (By United Press) ‘Washington, Feb. 5.—The admin- istration today issued a warning through the press to county and city officials of the United States to be calm and take no action which would embarass the country at this time. PERSHING AND MEN AGAIN IN THE U. S. (By United Press) Columbus, N. M., Feb. 5. —The American punitive expedition, sent into Mexico to capture Villa, returned to the United States this morning, crossing the border at 8:30 o'clock. Their main object was not accom- plished. AWAY ON BUSINESS J. H. Koors, secretary of Koors Bros. company, is transacting busi- ness in Wadena and Park Rapids. Worst Stormn Years Ties Up Railway Traffic (By United Press) St. Paul, Feb. 5—The first trains in 48 hours may run late today. Only the Chicago line “has been kept open and all other trains annulled. A 52-mile gale is blowing and the mercury is 18 below zero. There is intense suffering and the snow is high in drifts. Worst Since 1807. St. Paul, Feb. 5.—Railroads hope to operate trains today, following the most complete tie- up of rail traffic in the worst storm since 1807. BRAINERD DEPOT DESTROYEDBY FIRE; LOSS IS $27,000 (By United Press) Brainerd, Minn., Feb. 5.—The Northern Pacific depot was destroyed by fire shortly past midnight last night and the building is burned to the ground. The loss is estimated at $27,000. The remainder of the city was threatened. LEIUT. BARKER HAS NO | ORDERS FOR MILITIA Lieutenant Barker of the Bemidji naval militia stated today that he had received no notice relative to the naval militia and the break with Germany. The local members are wondering if they will be called out for service and are anxious to go if it comes to a show down. PROTESTS NOT HEEDED; HOLDING AMERICANS (By United Press) ‘Washington, Feb. 5.—The state de- partment announced today that pro- tests had been made to Germany sev- eral days ago against the imprison- ment of Americans taken in the raid- ing operations of the Germans. FAVORABLE REPORT | ON ADAMSON LAW (By United Press) Washington, Feb. Interstate Commerce committee to- day determined to make a report fa- vorable to the Adamson eight-hour law, with amendments. The com- mittee members refused to state whether the strike prevention clause, which the brotherhoods attacked, was retained. . German Yy Mohollzes Every Military Re: Reserve AMERICANS IN BERLIN PREPARING FOR WAR; WILL LEAVE GOUNTRY By United Press " Washington, Feb. 5—There seems small chance for a continuance of diplomatic relations with Austria. A rapid exchange of views is in progress today between Austria and the United States. - Americans Abroad Foresee War Berlin, Feb. 5—Every American in Berlin is preparing for war between the United States and Germany. News of the break in relations was printed in newspaper extras at’ noon Sunday. Germany is now mobolizing every ounce of strength, both military and naval, for a grand offensive, Spain seems the only route for Americans leaving here. It is rumored the United States will operate a ship from Sweden to carry Americans home and then return with German Ambassador von Bernstorff, given his pass- ports by the Umted States, Saturday afternoon. fr . 5 Teutons Pledge Loyalty. Washington, Feb. 5. — Senator Wadsworth today presented reso- Iutions to the Senate from 500 Ger- man and Austrian societies pledging their loyalty to the United States. The societies represented 100,000 A members. By (gfll;:nr') The societies hoped all steps would Washington, Feb, 5.—Austria be taken to preserve peace between today sent the United States a the United States and their father- note practically identical with that sent by Germany declaring for unrestricted submarine at- tacks. However, the adminis- tration is hoping to prevent a wide open breach of diplomatic relations. lands. SPAIN WITH U. S. (By United Press) London, Feb. 5.—A dispatch to Rome to the Spanish ambas- sador there today said Spain will follow the United States even to declaring war against Argentine Doubtful. Buenos Ayres, Feb. 5.—Argentine editorial comment indicates that President Wilson is unlikely to re- ceive the South American support in his suggestions for a joint neutral action. The lower classes will in all probability favor the United States but the upper classes, which control the destinies of the nation, are cold- est toward the United States. Rumor Unfounded. Washington, Feb. 5.—The state department today said it knew of no Gm‘ny_ negotiations for any further conces- sions on the part of Germany in her i . latest submarine declaration, as re- Gflafli is Notified. . ported by wireless from Berlin via Berlin, Feb. 5.—American |London. Ambassador Gerard today re- ceived the formal declaration that diplomatic relations be- tween the United States and + Germany had been severed and his recall from Berlin back to the United States. U. S. COURT RECESSES Washington, Feb. 5.—The Uni* Liner Hugs Port. New York, Feb. 5.— The sailing of the American liner St. Louis for Liverpool was again delayed today. Asks Endorsement. Washington, Feb. 5.— Senator Stone today introduced a resolution csking the Senate to endorse Presi- dent Wilson’s breaking relations with Germany. Senator Lodge moved States Supreme court took a recess today until March 5, without any ac- tion on the Adamson law. for a roll call and Stone then with- drew his resolution and will ask ac- tion on it tomorrow. “(reat Time” Avers Mayor, Anent St. Paul Trip Of Bemidji Marching Club “The delegation from Bemidji had jother state officials were guests at the time of their lives,” said Mayor Vandersluis to a Pioneer representa- a banquet given by the Bemidji peo- ple and there were many expressions ‘heard about Bemidji being a live tive this morning, concerning lh"\wire city and everybody from Be- trip of the marchers that represented | midji was glad to hear them say so. the Bemidji Carnival association. | “The Bemidji delegation is en- The mayor, Mr. and Mrs. A. A. War- 1 thusiastic over its trip and the car- field, Mr. and Mrs. from St. Paul. The rest of the Bemidji will return tonight and tomorrow, is expected. “Bemidji was certainly placed on the map and everybody knew that Bemidji was represented at the car- nival. Governor Burnquist and visitors it — H. E. Reynolds | nival in general 5.—The House ! and A. E. Rako returned yesterday | there's going to be doings in Bemidji and believe me next winter by the new Carnival as- sociation. They are all thoroughly impressed and next winter we will get an early start and do it right.” The mayor and Mr. Rako will re- turn to St. Paul this evening before the legislative committee anent the 3 A