Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, April 19, 1917, Page 1

~ A 1 54 Up-to-the-Minute Dispatches by the United Press---Createst Afternoon Paper Service VOLUME XV. NO. 97. CHIPPEWAS 1 LOYALTY TO LAND |, OFBIRTH SHOWPATRIOTISM There were no hyphens in the pa- triotic meeting held at Red Lake last .evening. There were no inward feel- ings of sympathy or love for any far-away nation; no ties of any na- ture whatsoever, for the Chippewa Indians were giving vent to their feelings of patriotism. For them there is no land of adoption; no king nor potentate ever swayed a scepter .over their heads in a foreign clime. There is only one country for them .and to America they pledged their loyalty to the last ounce. America Gave Voice. It was a demonstration of true Am- ericanism and no peoples have a bet- -ter right to give vent to their patri- .otic fervor than the Cnippewa In- dians, and there was no one to say them nay. In fact it was the pale- faced brethren of American origin and descent whom they bade welcome to join in the celebration. Over 400 were present. Flags were in evidence everywhere. Chief John Morrison had a right to be proud, and he was. Other chiefs of the tribe were also proud of the occa- sion, proud of their people, and ev- erybody present was proud of them. ; Among the speakers were Chiefs Ah- ke-wain-gee, <em way way be nais, Long John and Joseph Mason. Torrance Chief Speaker. The chief speaker of the celebra- tion was Graham M. Torrance, coun- ty attorney of Beltrami county, and Mr. Torrance delivered a stirring ad- dress. The program opened with an invocation by Rev. Father Thomas who asked fcr Divine guidance and made a strong appeal to all not to forget to pray for peace as well as fight for it. Superintendent Dickens of the Red Lake agency presided and intreduced the speakers. Every speaker laid stress upon the duty of every member of the reserva- tion toward the flag under which they live in the present crisis, and one of them expressed himself that they could prepare lunch baskets ang send them to the front. Will Help U. S. Over 500 tags bearing the Red Lake Indian slogan, “Plant Every Foot of Tillable Soil, 1917,” were distributed and men, women and children pledged themselves to do their best. The children had some difficulty in comprehending what it was all about. The speaking held no in- terest for them but three rousing cheers stirred them and enthusiasm was paramount throughout the en-| tire meeting. WISCONSIN PATRIOTIC (By United Press) Madison, April 19.—The Wisconsin ‘senate today passed a bill providing |. for the establishment of a civilian army to work for firms whose em- ployes are at the front. New Patriotic PLEDGE ; INDIANS Brazil Germans gbel: Urugua Masses Troops (By United Press) Buenos Ayres, April 19.—Brazil’s German population in at least three states has revolted. Montivideo di’- patches state the Teutons are well armed and have plenty of munitions. The rebillion apparently centers in Rio Grande, Parana and Santa Cath- arina. The German population is es- timated at 500,000. The Uruguayan government is massing troops on the frontier, fear- ing a German invasion. Rio Grande is concentrating loyal troops. SECTION OF HIGHWAY ISREPORTED DANGEROUS From along the Jefferson highway reports are sent out with regard to the condition of the road about three miles west of the city. Theé swamp area on either side of BEMIDJI. MINNESOTA. THURSDAY EVENING. APRIL 19, 1917. 1 DEFEND AT ANY COST, GERMAN L — o] ONLY BEST GOOD ENOUGH FOR UNCLE SAM Photo by American Press Assoclation. ing measured for height. NEW STORE T0 OPEN SATURDAY MORNING: ONE OF PENNEY CHAIN With a complete line of ladies’ and children’ wear, and men's and boys’ furnishings, the J. C. Penney com- pany store will open its doors to the public Saturday morning at 9 the road has washed out the culvert;o’clock. They also carry a large line and the temporary repairs have been undermined so that the road is really dangerous. It is suggested that the commissioner having charge of this section be notifled at once so that possible accident be averted. ST. PAUL PRACTICALLY CLOSED TO EXPRESS PATRIOTISM (By United Press) St. Paul, April 19.—All St. Paul took part in the big patriotic demon- stration today. Schools were closed and business was practically suspend- ed. Thousands took part in the par- ade. i Germany Says No Su_hs Here (By United Press) Amsterdam, April 19.—There are no uerman submarines in the west- ern half of the Atlantic ocean, ac- cording a Berlin official announce- ment today. League Not Charity Organization, As Impression Seems to Be There seems to be some doubt on the part of several persons as to the purpose of the new patriotic league of Bemidji, some possessing the be- lief that it is a sort of charitable or-| ganization with the members of the naval militia as special objects for attention on the part of the associa- tion and they also seem to be under the impression the solicitation for members at 50 cents per member is for raising a fund for the benefit of the naval division members. However, while the Pioneer is not in position to intelligently go imto details in explanation, it can safely state that the league is in no sense| a charitable affair. The league was started by a few patriotic citizens at a meeting a few evenings ago at which the Pioneer was represented. It was decided to have the members pay the small sum of 50 cents, membership fee, which was to include a button emblematic} of the league. The money so de-| of shoes, dry goods and notions. This is one of a large chain of stores own- ed by this company. The store is located at 209 Third street. 80 ELK PETITIONS ARE BEFORE LODGE The Elks will meet in regular ses- sion this evening and the meeting will be of much import, in that a start will be m-de for the admission of a class of 80 new members. The petitions of the applicants for members are to be the first acted upon and this will necessarily re- quire some time. Then will follow the initiation of the successful peti- tioners and the lodge will be hard at work dur‘ng the entire summer. MARRIAGE NO ESCAPE FROM WAR SERVICE (By United Press) Washington, April 19.—Men who marry to dodge military service will not escape, under the ruling of the war department, it was given out to- day. Men married since the war commenced will be treated on the basis as being unmarried men. 'BENIDJI ALREADY HAS G0OD CREDIT SYSTEN A committee consisting of W. G. Schroeder, C. E. Battles and E. H. rived is understood to be used for|Jerrard, appointed by W. Z. Robin- various purposes for the promotion |son, president of the Retail Mer- of patriotic spirit in Bemidji in ways chants’ association of the Commercial to meet any occasion which might}club, has recommended that the claim the attention of the league.|Sherwood credit plan be not adopted. The league is responsible for two' Bemidji already has a most suc- ordinances being introduced into the |cessful credit and collection system Youthful applicants for the navy, having undergone the physical test, be- | but calculated to promote the best city council last Monday evening by conducted -y C. W. Brandborg, and City Attorney Brown, one of the or-|it is considered that no outside con- dinances having for its object the|cern is necessary to take over the elimination of promiscuous street | work in question. speaking by irresponsible persons The matter of selecting a secre- whose ideas of patriotism is of a]tary for tne Merchants’ association brand decidedly opposite to those of | will be acted upon later by the com- law cnd common decency. The other | mittee. ordinance is to prouibit the distri- - bution of literature throughout the HAS MUMPS city, such literature being anything _— Miss Magda Rygg is confined to interests of law, order and patriotism. | her home in ‘town of Liberty with The Pioneer understands several|an attack of the mumps. girls have .een secured in a canvass _ for new members but their mission is CIVILIAN DRILL TONIGHT not for the solicitation of charitable _— funds. The officers of the league The Civilian auxiliary will hold would no doubt gladly give any in-|its regular drill this evening from formation desired. 7:30 to 8:30 o’clock. tive Paae | LETTER FROM “FRONT” Mrs. A. B. Flatner has received the following letter from her brother, Carroll Hul, and Mr. Flatner’s brother, Victor Flatner, both mem- bers of the Fifth Minnesota, dated April 13 and censored April 16: “We were changed over to the bat- tleship U. S. S. Kansas, and have been placed right beside each other. Isn't that fine? The whole Bemidji division was placed on board the Kansas all but the officers and Wil- bur Lycan. We can’t write very much because the mail is censored. We have a dandy bunch of officers on board the Kansas. Have been on board a German battleship this morn- ing. Everybody feeling fine."” CHICAGO GROCERS ARE ENFORCING REGULATION OF ALL FOOD SUPPLIES (By United Press) Chicago, April 19.—Grocers of Chi- cago are enforcing drastic food regu- jations. Sugar, flour, soap and can- ned goods are on the restricted list. Consumers ar= being sold only enough for immeaiate consumption. Hoarding and stocking up supplies is being discouraged. NAVAL AFFAIRS OFFICE IN CAPITOL IS FORCED (By United Press) i Washington, April 19.—The door of the Senate naval affairs commit- tee office in the capitol was “jim- mied’ during last night. It is be- lieved to have heen the work of spies who sought information of value. Nothing is missing, however, so far as search has revealed. BOND ISSUE READY (By United Press) Washington, April 19.—The new $7,000,000,000 bond issue will be fin- ished by tomight, it is believed. ‘LOYALTY DAY’EXERCISES BY PATRIOTIC LEAGUE “Loyalty Day” will be celebrated in Bemidji this evening, sponsored by the Patriotic league, and the pro- gram will be held in the city hall Postmaster Ritchie has prepared a program calculated to fit the occa- |sion. He has secured P. J. Russell, E. E. McDonald and W. L. Brooksj as speakers of the evening. There| will be music by the band and the! Young Men’s Glee club will take part in the singing. The program will commence at $:30 o'clock. “THE BEMIDJI DAILY Pla: |/ FRENCH FOE WITH GUN FIRE; SLAUGHTER AND “ DEADLY HUMANS REPLACE BARRIERS School s Safe M'Garry Sends Cheering News The recent appropriation of $150,- 000 for Bemidji's proposed normal school is safe. No doubt about it. And Bemidji can now heave a long sigh of relief after many days of anxiety and doubt. In fact wnere will be $175,000 available for (he start of the normal, this sum to be spread over two years. The $25,000 included is that allowed previously for the foundation and preliminary work. The Pioneer last evening stated that the omnibus educational bill had been delayed until a joint session of the house appropriation and the senate finance committees could meet jointly and adjust some slight differ- ences in figures in items pertaining to the University of Minnesota. As the appropriation for the Bemidji normal was included in the omnibus bill, action on it was necessarily de- layed. . The senate last night continued its session until 11 o'clock when the senate clock was stopped and busi- ness continued until an early hour this morning. The educational bill was satisfactorily adjusted and rec- ommended for signing by the gover- nor by the committees of both branches of the state legislature. Senator McGarry who, with Sena- tor Nord, fought hard for the Bemidji normal, this morning telephoned E. E. McDonald, of the action taken and, in turn, Mr. McDonald informed the Pioneer. Booze Traffic MayBe Ousted During War (By United Press) Washington, April 19.— Certain members of the national council of defense are seriol considering urging sresident Wilson to take dras- tic steps to stop completely the manu- facture and sale of liquor. The Bemidji high school is not at all behind the times when it comes to patriotic spirit and the snap and enthusiasm demonstrated at the boys’ mass meeting yesterday showed that the boys were in earnest and wanted ; (By United Press) With the French armies, April 19. (o] s pasm N Bemldll 0rmal —*“Defend at any cost,” is the word passed along the German front where the French are hammering away. German earthworks battered to pieces by French artillery are apparently being replaced by human masses. The fire of the French gunners is fear- fully dreadful. On Monday, Ger- many had 13 divisions, 200,000 men, massed in anticipation of tne French onslaught. Thev are now forced to bring up six more divisions, 120,000 men, as they failed to stem the French. The Germans are attempt- ing no counter attacks of a general nature. Hospital Ships Sunk. London, April 19.—More entente hospital ships have been sunk by German submarines, Bonar Law, ex- cheque chancellor of the exchequer today informed the House of Com- mons, Germany Anxious. Amsterdam, April 19.—The Ger- man press is expressing anxiety over the ability of Hindenberg’s troops to hold the German line. RUSSIAN SOCIALISTS BROOK NO SEPARATE (By United Press) Petrograd, April 19.—The pledge that Russia stands unswerving against Germany was given by For- eign Minister Milukuff in welcom- ing British and French labor dele- gates. No Senamw Peace. Washington, April 19.—Represen- tative Meyer London, Socialist mem- ber of, congress from New York, to- day cabled the Russian duma urging the publication of an authoritive statement that Russian Socialists do not favor separate peace with Ger- mayn. ENTENTE CONTINUE TO DRIVE ENEMY BACK (By United Press) Paris, April 19.—General Nivelle continues his sweep. German posi- tions dominating Namoury and Man- ourvillers have bheen captured. Ground has been gained northwest of attacks Soissons. German counter have been failures. There is fight- ing along the entire French front. Progress in Chamnagne. Paris. April 19.--The capture of | Monte Haut and Hill No. 227 and | further progress in the Champagne “is reported today in an official an- ,nouncement. 'High School Boys to Drill; Form Civilian Organization o s ’uu- ounice of captain as he was a member of the Bemidji naval militia }fnr nearly two years and has had iactual training with the Atlantic | fleet on the U. S. S. Rhode Island. Harold White should be of great PEACE WITH GERMANY to learn the fundamentals of mili-/yalye to the new organization as he tary affairs as soon as possible. Nearly a hundred boys were pres- ent at the meeting and officers were, elected and plans discussed as to what actual training was possible. | It was decided that the organiza-| tion bhe divided into two branchos.’ one to specialize in naval service, the| other in land service. The officers| elected are: | | Naval. | Captain—Howard Palmer. | First lieutenant—Daniel Gainey. } i Land. | Captain—Harold White. First -lieutenant—Herbert War- field. Howard Palmer is well fitted for attended a military school for two |years where he had daily training. Geib to Assist. George Geib, a graduate of the University of Illinois, one of the best military training schools in the coun- try. where he was a captain, and who also holds a captain’s commis- sion in the Illinois National Guard, and is on call by the government, is to assist the new company. Mr. Geib met wich the boys last night on the school grounds. He divided them into squads and started them on some of the fundamentals. The next drill will be held tomor- row afternoon at 3:30 o’clock.