Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, July 26, 1918, Page 1

VOLUME XVI, NO. 169 BEMIDJI, MINN,, FRIDAY EVENING, JULY 26, 1918 To(lay’s News Today From the Amerimuth Front In France---By the United/-Pre. # BEMIDJI D — FORTY-FIVE CENTS PER MONTH 1000 CALLED IN MINNESOTA * NEXT AUGUST: ORDER ISSUED Provost . Marshal - Crowder Urges State Officials to Push Classification. CLASS 2 MAY BE CALLED UPON TO FILL QUOTA [ Next Cali Will Be as Large as Those in July Which Took 10,500 Recruits. (By United Press.) ‘Washington, July Marshal Crowder- today said Class 1 -was being exhausted so rapidly some draft boards were unable to fill the August call. Crowder says he will withhold calls until June 5 regis- trants are examined. St. Paul, July 26.—More than 10,- 000 Minnesota draft registrans will be called during August, Provost Marshal General Crowder today noti- fied Adjutant General W. F. Rhinow. Approximately 9,000 white men will be included, the telegram stated, and.the remaining “number will be negroes. 2 Draft o s believe if 10,000 ““men are to ‘be sent-in August, it will be necessary to dip into Class 2. Had Minor Defects. Registrants comprising the reme- diable group, draftees of. the class of 1917 who originally were rejected for minor physical defects before the re- quired physical standard was uni- versally gdopted, also will be called. They ‘are men with defects that may readily be remedied. General Rhinow advised all local boards to refuse releases to 1917 and 1918-clags regigtianits to-enuble the to enlist voluntarily, and ordered that classification work be pushed as rap- idly as possible. New draft calls-are being held up for reports of the class- ification and “examination of 1918 registrants, the message explains. As Big as July: “The August calls upon your state will be as large as the July calls,” said the telegram to General Rhinow. «Approximately 9,000 white men and a proportionate number of . colored men will be called. Some of the August calls have already been an- nounced.” 4 L g July calls took 10,500 men, it was officially announced in this connec- tion and nearly 2,600 registrants are to entrain in August under calls al- ready made public. The latter num- ber includes 1,000 to leave for Jef- ferson barracks, 715 for the Univer- sity of Minnesota and 'State Farm school, 300 for Indianapolis, 238 ne- groes for Camp Dodge and 200 for Syracuse, N. Y. - To Refuse Releases. Local boards throughout Minnesota are being instructed to refuse releases to the navy, marine corps or the emergency fleet to all registrants of ‘the 1917 or.1918 classes who are or will be placed in Class 1, until a sufficient number in that class, phy- sically qualified for general military calls up to August 31. Generous al- (Continued on page four) - A e A 26.—Provost{. of the Princess Pat Canadian regi- BAND BENEFIT TONIGHT: - MAYOR YOST PURCHASES " TICKETS: BE BOOSTER ‘When Major John D. Yost, head of Minnesota’s ‘recruiting, was in Be- midji yesterday-on.a business mission and learned: .that: the Twenty-first ‘Home Guard battalion band was to have Sergeant Hanley and his French battle front war pictures on view at the Elko tonight for the benefit of the band, he promptly purchased 10 tickets, evidencing his spirit of co- operation with Bemidji. Major Yost stated he had heard Sergeant Han- ley speak, had seen the pictures and that Bemidji would miss something good if it missed seeing those films and hearing Sergeant Hanley. Hanley is one of the 13 survivors ment that was practically wiped out in the fi,ghting with the Hun hords that poured toward Paris early in the war. They were the first Cana- dians to go-over. at the first call and their heroism is a bright chapter in the annals of the terrible conflict. Tickets for the benefit tonight are selling rapidly. It is a means taken by the band to maintain its present plane. The band is for all Bemidji and is entitled to every recognition, for its members have donated time at a sacrifice. time and time again for furthering war activities and provid- ing entertainment for Bemidji and without a cent recompense. ¢ NOTABLES WILL COME TO CORNERSTONE LAYING When the cornerstone of the new Bemidji Normal school is laid August 10, Bemidji will have the honor of being host to a large number of dig- nitaries of the state, for invitations will be issued to the governor and all other state officers, members of the upper and lower houses of the state legislature, members of the state nor- mal board, members of the United States senate from Minnesota, Con- gressman Kntuson from the Sixth dis- trict and other congressmen from the various state districts. e e e e o o CANP WADSWORTH, WHERE DRAFTEES ARE GOl , IDEAL Parents and friends of the draft quota that left Beltrami county from Bemidji and Baudette this week will be interested in knowing what kind of a place Camp Wadsworth, South Carolina is. Here is a brief descrip- tion: Situated 850 feet above sea level, ot the foot of the Blue Ridge moun- tains, surrounded by pine trees, Camp Wadsworth is an ideal location for a military training camp. Military cxperts who have visited this camp have declared that nc more suitable jocation has been chosen in any part c¢f the United States. The camp em- Dbraces approximately 3,000 acres of land. The soil is sandy and for the most part gently rolling. The main camp is about three miles east of gpartanburg, which is one of the couth’s historic locations.- Eighteen iles from this city is where the bat- tle of Cowpens was fought in the Revolutionary war, when Morgan de- feated Tarleton. In the town square stands a monument to Gen. Morgan. The Minnesota men will probably Lie attached to the provisional depot for corps and army troops now at Camp Wadsworth, majority of them probably placed in the pioneer in- fantry, According to official figures fur- nished by the war department, Camp Wadsworth has a better health rec- ord that is-enjoyed by any other camp in the United States. There have been fewer cases of illness and fewer deaths than may be recorded at any other camp and this-record is still being maintained. Among the units now to be found at Camp Wadsworth are regiments of pioneer infantry, anti-aircraft bat- talions, field signal corps, the only school for army nurses in the United States, a school for army bakers, la- bor battalions engaged in farming on a large scale undc" the direction of the government reclamation and con- servation division, an ordnance de- partment, a remount depot, a devel- opment battalion and the artillery park of the Third army corps. Gen. Guy W. Carleton, who com- mands Camp Wadsworth, was in the regular army before the outbreak of the war, as a colonel of cavalry, be- fore he was promoted to the rank of brigadier general. The churches and social organiza- tions of Spartanburg have done their utmost to care for the soldiers. They have constructed a $25,000 soldiers club for the enlisted men and organ- jzed a country club for the officers, This photograph shows 140 Browning-Colt machine guns, heayvy. typ: Remington Arms and Ammunition company, Bridgeport, Conn., on Friday, May 10, 1918. All of these guns have been .proof-fired and inspected, and are ‘complete, in the photograph, except for: trippds and ammunition boxes, which were manufactured but are shipped separately. These guns were manufactured on# quantity basis by machine processes.| BEGINNING TO TURN OUT AMERICAN HEAVY MACHINE GUNS i CIVILIANS ARE INVOLVED IN RAINCOAT CHARGES Washington,~July 26.—A formal statement from the War department denounced as entirely unfounded any. inferences tending to involve army officers in accusations of wrong doing in connection with the contracts fo: army- rain coats. Departments of Justice offictals, in announcing the discovery of frauds in connection with rain coat produc- tion, indicated only a few army offi- cers were under suspicion of irregular conduct with contractors. Most in- spectors involved in the corruption disclosed by the Department of Jus- tice in New York are civilians. NOTED DRY SPEAKER WILL BE HEARD JULY 31 on the national prohibition amend- ment this fall will open in Bemidji ‘Wednesday, July 31, when Charles J. Hall will speak in Bemidi under the direction of the Minnesota state In this vicinity, Bemidji will be headquarters of Mr. Hall dur- ing his speaking in this portion of the county. He will also be in Be- committee. CHARLES J. HALL. midji the evening of August 1 and again on August 2. On August 1, Mr. Hall will speak in Cass Lake, Farris, Nymore, Red Lake, Puposky and Bemidji, August 2, Mr. Hall will make the trip to Kelliher, Blackduck, Ten- strike; Turtle River and back to Be- midji. On August 3, he will “take in” Wil- ton, Solway, Bagley, Lengby, Foss- ton, McIntosh and Erskine. Mr. Hall is said to be in a class by himself with a style unique and striking in his addresses. Specially strong is he in street speaking and it is stated he can hold the attention of a crowd closely. He has spoken widely throughout the state and in this campaign has the Sixth and Ninth congressional districts. CARLSON'S SPECIAL SALE ATTRACTS LARGE CROWD The store was swamped early this morning. Who's store? ‘Carlson’s, of of course,” for it was the opening of the big special sale and when the doors were open for the first day’s business of the sale the walks were crowded and the crowd packed the store. Throughout the forenoon buy- ers came and this afternoon saw no letup. A large force of extra clerks has been engaged to take care of the patronage. Sales Adjuster Webster is in charge. SATURDAY s e, awniflng shipment at the factory of the ~~The state wife-eampaign-for voting { 4 i | | KAISER GETS MESSAGE " ASKING OF HIM WHY HIS SONS ARE SAFE Geneva, July 26.—*“How many sons has your majesty lost? How many have been wounded or mutilated?” These questions, incorporated in a ‘telegram, were sent to the German :emperor yesterday by Pastor Dryan- der, founder of the new Liberal Ger- man-American paper, Friedensrue (Peace Call), of Zurich. “In the event there have been no casualties in the imperial family,” the telegram continues, “we demand an immediate explanation.” Emperor William has not replied. INTERESTED AUDIENCE “ HEARS FORMER BARON It was the big crowd and an in- tensely interested crowd that heard Dr. Fritz Osten-Sacken, former Ger- man baron, speak at Library park last evening at the time scheduled for the band concert, and Dr. Sacken gave the best talk he has given in Bemidji since he came up here on the cam- paign for the America First associa- tion. The band played. but few numbers to allow the people to hear the talk of the former member of the German nobility, who is intimately acquaint- ed with the kaiser and the German propaganda. President W. Z. Robinson of the Commercial club presided. WEDGE FAMILY MOVING: MINNEAPOLIS NEW HOME Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Wedge and fam- ily will leave tomorrow morning by automobile for Minneapolis, where they will make their future home. Mr. Wedge, who is vice president of the First National bank of this city, will spend a great part of his time here looking after his banking interests. During the past couple of days Mr. and Mrs. Wedge and daughter, Bar- bara, have been the guests of Mrs. W. H. Roberts, Merriam Wedge has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Gill and Margaret and Katheryn have been entertained at the W. E. Dean home. HELP FOR FARMS URGED BY SAFETY COMMISSION Charles S. Carter, Beltrami county director, has received a letter from Secretary Libby of the Minnesota Public Safety commission, urging that every man available be recruited for farm work during the harvest. It is urged that all employers re- lease temporarily as many men as they can spare and encourage them to get out into the country, and that civil organizations start a ‘‘save the crop” movement. Any information may be obtained from Mr. Carter. CONGRESSIONAL PARTY IS WELCOMED BY ITALIANS Rome, July-~ 26.—The American congressional party which is visiting Italy has been given a most cordial welcome at Italian army headquar- ters. The members of the party have been received by King Victor Em- manuel and General Diaz and sev- eral receptions in their honor have been given. The Americans have visited the battlefield of the Piave, Montello pla- teau and Monte Grappa. One of the most notahle events at- tended by the Americans was the decoration by the king of 900 men with medals of valor. Twelve Amer- ican ambulance drivers were among those honored. The party npw is go- ling to France | | (Bulletin.) 5 By LOWELL MELLETT. (United Press €orrespondent.) With the French Afleld, July 26.— Maindemassigns ig;*'reporter recap- tured by the allies. - The aliies are successfully con- ducting an ouensive along the whole original German drive from Soissons to Maindemassignes. In addition to closing in on Ferre ent Ardenois, steady gains are being made in the Champagne. Most of the positions lost in the initial German push are reported recuptaured. 4 P. M. By JOHN DE GANDT. (United Press Correspondent.) Paris, July 26.—Franco-Americans have completely cleared Fere Forest and are now within six kilometers of Fers ent Ardenois. In both sides of the road from Mezy north to Fere ent Ardenois the Americans repulsed a counter attack, pressing northward and capturing Franquet farm. “Good Night” Germany. By LOWELL MELLETT. (United Press Correspondent.) With the French Afield, July 26.— “If all the Americans have the same spirit the German cause is lost,” a German officer told his captors. He said Germany's plans for attacking in the region of Qurcq late in June were cancelled on account of the Ameri- can fighting spirit. Further evi- dence that tihe crown prince’s offen- sive, was held out to the Germans as a peace offensive, has been found in a placard in an evacuated trench. British Start Panics. By WILLIAM P. SIMMS. (United Press Correspondent.) With the British Afield, July 26.— Every British raid seems to start something like a panic in the sector where kidnapping occurs, as the Tom- mies are busy men stealing. The Ger- mans are kept on needles and pins since the allies counter offensive turn- ed the crown prince’s march upon Paris into a harrassing rear guard action it is known tue enemy is very anxious. Important Point Taekn. Paris, July 26. (Official.)—Dutchy le Chateau, the principal German re- sistance center on the west side of the salient, has been captured. Volte Montoirs, midway between Soissons and Outchy le Chateau were also cap- tured. Hundreds of additional pris- oners were taken. SAMMIES KEEP GOIN G. By FRANK J. TAYLOR. (United Press Correspondent.) With the Americans Afield, July 26. —Americans are continuing in set- ting the pace in the fighting north- east of Chateau Thierry. One Amer- ican unit advanced several kilometers through woods, villages and fields, changing their fighting tactics easily. ALLIED ADVANCE STEADY. With the Americans in France, July 26.—Under Franco-American pressure driving on Fere Entardenois, the Germans experienced the same the Qubco as they did when they re- circumstances as when in crossing crossed the Marne. The allied ad- vance, despite temporary setbacks at some points, is generally «teady along three highways leading to Fere En- tardenois from the south and south- west. Particularly hard fighting is progressing in the Fere forest. Franco-Americans are systemati- cally clearly machine guns from the woods tightening the German pocket. BRITISH DOWN SIXTEEN AIRPLANES: LOSE THREE (By United Press.) London, July 26.— (Official.) —The British downed 16 airplanes and probably downed three others. Brit- ish lost three. PERSHING'S CASUALTY LIST. (By United Press.) Washington, July 26.—General Pershing's casualty list contains the names of ninety-three. HAIG REPORTS ATTACKS. (By United Press.) London, July 26.—General Haig this morning reported strong eneiny attacks in Hebuterne and Meteren sectors last night repulsed. 5 IN GERMAR \YANKEES CONTINUE; AMERICAN SPIRIT I3 - CAUSE OF CHANGES K. Is Placed On Gzar’s Death By Pan Soviet (By United Press.) Stockholm, July 26.—It is learned here that the Pan Soviet executive council placed its approval on the execution of the former czar. CHINA SENDING TROOPS T0 BLOCK BOLSHEVIKI (By United Press.) London, July 26.—It is learned au- thoratively that China is sending troops to the border to prevent the Bolsheviki crossing. WILSON DENOUNCES " GROWTH OF MOB SPIRIT (By United Press.) Washington, July 26.—Forcefully denouncing the apparent growth of mob spirit as emulating the lawless passion of Germany who “has disre- garded the sacred obligations of law and made lynchers of her armies,” President Wilson today appealed to the country “to make an end of this disgraceful evil.” The president said lynchings con- stitute a blow at the hearts of law and human justice and.contribute to CGerman lies about the United States, what most gifted liars cannot im- prove. 100 LIVES LOST, TOLL OF MUNITIONS BLAST (By United Press.) Zurich, July 26.—At least 100 were killed and a large number in- jured is the report of the casualties in a German munition plant which blew up Wednesday, according to German newspapers receivel here to- day. o NEWEST DIVER LAUNCHED. Quincy, Mass., July 26.—A big sub- marine, said by its builders to be the largest ever launched in this country and emhodying all the latest designs in submarines, went down the ways at the Fore Point plant of the Bethle- hem Shipbuilding corporation here. Several thousand workers joined in a mighty cheer as the new submersi- ble struck the water. She was chris- tened the AAL. SQUIRE HAS NEW CROP. (By United Press.) London, July 26.—One of the most successful munition manufacturers in Great Britain is a country squire, lo- cated in the northwestern part of England. Before the war he was the typical fox hunting squire. - When war broke out he converted a timber shed and a farm workshop into a factory, and obtained a con. tract to make shells. Without any official aid he managed to equip the premises with a curious collection of machines, begged, borrowed or bought, and later he added several machines built from home-made cast- ings. He completed his contract, ob- tained another and is likely to con- tinue making shells to the end of the war, The squire’s daughter is chief tur- ner, his woman secretary is manager, and girls from neighboring farms turn out the shells. But one man is employed. a trained mechanic. TURIN RENAMES STREETS. (Ttalian-American News Bureau.) Turin, Ttaly, July 26.—The Muni- cipal Councik has ordered several streets renamed as a result of the war. ,To one it gave the name “Twenty-fourth of May,” to com- memorate Italy's declaration of war. Another was named after the Presi- den of the United States, “Wilson Street.” Three others will bear the respective names of ‘‘Marne,” “Eng- land,” and “Belgium."” f He is it