Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, October 25, 1918, Page 4

THE BEMIDJI DAILY PIONEER FRIDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 25, 1918 BEMIDJI DAILY PIONEER PUBLISHED EVERY APTERNOON EXCEPT SUNDAY. THE BEMIDJI PIONEER PUBLISHING CO. G. E. CARSON E. H, DENU TELEPHONE 922 Entered at the postoffice at Bemidji, Minn, as second-class matter under act of Congress of March 8, 1879. No attention paid to annonymous contributions. Writer's name must be known to the editor, but not necessarily for publication. Communications for the Weekly Pioneer must reach this office not later than Tuesday of each week to insure publication in the current issue. SUBSCRIPTION RATES BY CARRIER ..... ..$5.00 2.50 BY MAIL. Six montks .. Phree months THE WEEKLY PIONEER ‘Ten es, containing a summary of the news of the week. Fublished every Th%:"dl.! and sent postage paid to any address, for, in advance §1.50. OFPICIAL COUNTY AND CITY PROCEEDINGS THE WHIMSICAL THUG Between one and two million French soldiers have been killed during the war, and over nine hundred thousand of the British. : And as evacuation proceeds on the edge of Flanders the Germans enter the houses of villagers and destroy the intricate mechanism of the lace-making machines which yield them a livelihood. The Potsdam maniac is debited with both the foregoing items in his account. The former looks the more portentous, but there is a special significance in the latter. 'As a contribu- tion to war activity lace ranks at zero. The villagers who made it will probably be employed in munition shops at present, and if anything, the allied cause will gain a little thereby. But only a little. Economically, the whole incident is unimportant. And therein lies its real importance. Destruction is by this time an instinct with the Prussian command, to be prac- tised even when no military advantage accrues. It is done me- chanically—almost unconsciously. These wanton cruelities cause grief to the owners of the machines, but no detriment to the allied armies. The sheer clumsiness of these acts of malice enable us to see a little further into the enemy’s charcter, but only a little further than we have already seen. Now that talk of a peace conference is in the air it is fortunate that we are familar with the intimate pecularities that characterize those who seek reconciliation with us. We are less likly to accept promises without guarantees. 0 WHEN PREACHERS CUSS. Sometime ago at Sandusky two hundred preachers at- tended the synosl of the Reformed Church of America. The usual exercises formed part of the proceedings, which also in- cluded prayers for the success of the allied armies and for the overwhelming defeat of Germany. The prayers were in German. Several arguments may be urged to show that English would have been more appropriate, or French—or even Japan- ese. But the arguments may be saved; many of the aged min- isters could understand no language but their native German. When venerable preachers feel that they will be trifling with the Almighty if they cuss the Kaiser in a tongue that they can’t understand we need entertain no doubt as to their loyalty. Thank Heaven, we have many citizens of German- blood, churchmen and laymen both; whose fidelity to the land of their adoption stands the acid test, and stands it daily. The prayer-leader could easily have used English, and those who didn't understand could have signified concurrence by preserving that inert condition of torpid unconsciousness which so often characterizes a prayer-meeting. But they wanted to participate more intimately in the festival of male- diction against Prussian tyranny. And it is no light matter to repudiate national traditions that have had less than a genera- tion in which to become extinct. PSS A" '3 | SRS .TRAMI SHOULD HEARTILY SUPPORT McCLENAHAN POLITICAL ANXQUNCEMENT (Inserted by A. E. Rako in kis own behalf. To be paid $15.00 for series.) NS AR A B POLITICAL ADVERTISING. (Inserted by H. N. McKee in his own behalf. Amount to be paid, $10 for series.) H. N. McKEE for CORONER The office of Coroner is an im- portant one. .One of the first things to be considered in the election of a coroner is that he should be ex- perienced and efficient in every line of the work, and also that conditions should be such that he can be located at any time: H. N. McKee, who was nominated | at the primary election for the office of Coroner, seeks election entirely no| his merits. ,He has been a licensed | undertaker for six years, and has had experience in that line of work for about 15 years. He is a property owner and taxpayer in the city of; Bemidji, and also owns property throughout the county. If elected he assures the citizens of the county that the office of the] county coroner will be properly taken | care of. | POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT (Authorized and to be paid for by Andrew Johnson; $15.00 for series.) A. E. RAK Candid.i:¢ for the LEISATUR | To tie 52nd Distriet: | TItaving been ne ted by the vole | of tl{e people as ¢t the two candis isisture, I wish to re- 't made prior to . it elected, I will ALL ot represent e people of the | distriet in the lesistature, and will not be dominated ! hes or de- Isires of "any fa I again point {to my record while a member of the f county hoard and the experience it ‘has given me in deciding what are the real needs of the county. I will work for legislation that will build up our great northern empire. I earnestly request my friends to lend their efforts towards my election, and solicit the support of whom I-will not have the good for- tune to have a personal interview prior to election-day. i A. E. RAKO. "ANDREW JOHNSON Candidate for Office of Sheriff of Bel- Re-election to the: | (POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT.) trami County i (Authorized by and for M. E. Ibert- 5 5 s - ison and to pe paid for by him. T Take this opportunity to thank‘Amount $10.00 for series.) my many friends for their generous support at-the primaries on June 17th. < And “ask them to remember me at thé General Election on Noy- ember?5th, 1918, as I will be unabie to see. many of you on account of m$ duties as chairman of the Local Draft Board. Sincerely - yours Andrew Johnson Sheriff of Beltramm Cs. POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT (Inserted and to be paid for by W. B. Stewart. ‘Amount for series $15.00.) Having receiv ne nomination for the office of sheriii at the primaries, I respectfully solic’t your support at the general election on November b, 1918. If elected to the office of sheriff I will- endeavor to enforce the law and live up to the oath that all coun- ty officials are required to take upon assuming the duties of the office. And while certain political races are growing warm, Bel- trami county voters should bear in mind that Judge W. S. Me- Clenahan of the district court of which Beltrami county .is a unit, should receive the hearty support of every voter and make it a “hot one.” - Judee MeClenahan is a member of the judiciary in com- pany with Judge Stanton and Judge Wright. He is unopposed for re-election, which is a strong endorsement of his qualifica- ticas and ability as a jurist, but he should receice a strong bal- lot end ment. He is a regident of Brainerd and his service on the district bench warrant his retention. PTG 3 & ¥ ‘ MNCW YOURE HITTING AROCUND .300 WOODROW. “ov ovou're batting in the 300 class -Woodrow. You're i track. Cut out the note writing to that gang of velping in their dispair over defeat, and finish: CGeneral Foch and the allied military leaders > and peace will soon reign, and the world will be forever a democracy for all and at rest. e e ) B ki That boasted world conquering power. Germany, is yelp- ing like a hit dog. The brags made by the Kaiser and his gang are changing to the whine of the disappointed murderer of women and children and crushers of helpless countries. Bedcnicion There’s some candidates who believe if they were elected to unseat some competent person in office the whole nation would center its attntion upon them in awe. e e P TR, It would seem as of Gott had about enough of the boasted partnership with the Kaiser, as the latter was wont to prate about as the result of his disordered brain. .. GG As Roosevelt once said, ‘‘Speak softly and carry a big stick.” Good policy to apply to the slinking Hun emperor and his famed military leaders. O Turn the peace contract business over to Marshal Foch and he will make good in a hurry. o The dove of peace appears to be again circling about our Yours for a clean administration. M. E. IBERTSON. s —— POLITICAL -ANNOUNCEMENT series.) W. B. STEWART Born and brought up on a farm. Graduate of @ state normal school those with |Beltrami County. (Inserted by A. D. Johnson in his|~ own behalf; $15.00 to be paid for POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT ($10 to be paid for series.) . 0. MOON Register of Deads To the Voters of Beltrami County: .1 am again a candidate for the office of register of deeds. If fav- ored by your suffrage, you may rest assured that in the future the public business of the office will be trans- acted and the county records kept in the same manner as in the immediate past. ; rate of $10 for series.) POLITICAL ADVERTISING : (Inserted by O. J. Tagley in his own behalf. To be paid for at the Very respectfully, C. 0. MOON. POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT (Ordered and paid for by J. C. MeGhee. Amount ‘paid - for series $15.) 0. J. TAGLEY Candidate for the office of County Treasurer at the General Election, November 5, 1918. Your support will ‘ be very much appreciated. ~ POLITICAL ANNOU.NCEMIQJNT (Authorized and inserted by F. W. Rhoda. Amount paid for series $10.) Fred W.' Rhoda Clerk of Court He has conducted this office for the past several terms in a first class manner, and if good service counts He has had fourteen years ex- T perience in country schools, ten years | f0F anything he should be returned. as principal at Hendrum, Blackduck|This is the verdict of his friends. land Tenstrike, and three years as As- Your support at the general elec- | sistant County Sufiaeri_ntenden; ot tion polls on November 5th, 1918, e is a graduate|; s 1 of the Normal, Scientific and Classic will be appreciated. Departments of the Valparaiso Nor-|= mal school an% Uni;;ersity-l g‘hire is| (POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT.) no questicn akout his qualifications. iz i;‘e will co-operate wfith tne teach-| & %}tl;{)ll;:‘ed ;F;Otiofrresg?iieds )for by ers, school patrons and the State|__ "~ : : F Department. He will work to in- crease the State Aids, the school at- tendance, and the length of the short school terms.” His aim will be to have more Normal trained teachers, and provide the best'schools possible for all pupils. Impartial, courteous treat- ment will be extended to every one. Place a cross after the name of J. C. McGhee, on your ballot. Nov. 5, 1918. J. C. McGHEE rd POLITICAL ANNOUWCEMENT - | f (Authorized and inserted by Wil- liam -McCuaig. . Amount to be paid for series $10.00.). GEORGE W. RHEA candidate for REGISTER OF DEEDS Beltrami county to be voted on at the general election. November 5, 1918. Your support will be appreciated. Being a candidate for:the office of County Commissioner for Bel- trami county, I will appreciate the support of the voters of the First District, which includes the city of Bemidji. ; ‘ 5 The long residence of Mr. McCuaig in this locality should fit him to be an efficient officer of the county board. POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT (Inserted by and in his own behalf and to be paid for $15 Tor series.) J. L. GEORGE Candidate for . (POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT.) (Inserted by G. T. Baker and au- thorized by - Thomas ‘W. Swinson: Amount paid for series, $15.00.) THOMAS W.-SWINSON candidate for 5 CLERK OF COURT & Gounty - Auditor for Beltrami county. To be voted oft i’ at the general election Tuesday, No-| FPresent —Auditor for Beltrami- vember 5, 1918. | county, whom the voters consider Mr. Swinson is a man with a fam=|loyal, safe and able to conduct the ily of four children. He has gone in-|affairs of this important office. They and the University of Minnesotia. Helped secure’ the sixth normal school for teachers. In order to aid tion, helped sectire the enactment of the supplemental state aid law. While - county - “superintendent, the number of schools in Beltrami coun- ty has increased from 87 to 173; the average number of days each pupil attended in rural and semi-graded Ischools from 71 to nearly 98; the number of pupils not drewing appor- tionment has decreased from 22 in every 100 to 11 in every 100 in these same schools; the amount of special state aid received has in- creased annually from $2,875.00 to $63,373.66. . Unorganized Territory. Fifty schools in the unorganized territory; the assessed valuation is only $629,000.00; the levy of fifteen mills gives a little less than $10,000.- 00; seven months school provided; not an_other unorganized territory with schools in the state on a cash basis. “The records, files and accounts are well kept by the clerk.”—Public Examiner. Your support will be appreciated. Vote for W. B. STEWART Candidate for Re-Election to the Office of County Superintendent of Schools for Beltrami ounty C (Prepared by E. M. Sathre, per- heads. sonal committee.) districts with a low assessed valua- |8 A. D. JOHNSON —~Candidate for— County Auditor Elemmfl Nnvembel 5' 1918 ':}illipfi:lfd;asi\ggag:é\:gigv?;ltj«}alra;:wteex:phme lines, of coal and iron mines, and R Esemees stitution providing for woman’s suffrage without waiting for state initiation. to the service of his counttry and is not in a position to do any campaign- ing for this office. If elected he will appoint a capable deputy to perform believe his election essential in the safe conduct of the auditor’s office. He will appreciate your support at the polls election day, November 5, 1918. " There is sometbing for you In ihe Want Ad column today. It's on the last page. the duties of the office until his re- turn. ! He will appreciate the support of all loyal voters at the polls on No- vember 5th.. POLITICAL ADVERTISING (Inserted and to be paid for by P. J. Russell. Amount for series $20.00) PATRICK J. RUSSELL Loyalty Candidate for Congress Sixth District Born and 1aised on a farm in Scott County, Minnesota. Admitted to the practice of law in 1891, and have been engaged in active practice ever since. A resident of Bemidji for 19 years, and its village and city attorney thirteen years. i Member of the state forestry board for two years, and drafted the law for the prevention of forest fires, First to publicly advocate a change in the manner of sale of state lands, which suggestions have been enacted into law. First to publicly advocate a state homestead law, which is now being iseriously considered by the state and national government. I am unqualifiedly in sympathy with President Wilson in every effort to win this war by force of arms. “Force, force to the utmost, force with- out stint or limit, the righteous and triumphant force which shall make right the law of the world and cast every selfish dominion down in the dust.” I believe in, and if elected will work and vote for Government owner- I believe in and will work and vote for an amendment to the Con-