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MEMBER UNITED PRESS The Pioneer is a member of the United Press. Today’s wotld’s news today. * GET TODAY’S NEWS OUT OF TODAY'S PAPER “PIONEER'S” CIRCULATION Largest circulation of any paper in B N VOLUME XII ' NO. 279 LONG SESSION CITY -COUNCIL 1S ADJOURNED FOR ONE WEEK ‘Little of Interest Comes Up for Discussion; Meeting in New Quarters 1o KAPLAN SUGGESTS CITY INSTALL PUBLIC SCALES Stanton Presents Resolutions of Appreciation Adopted by Bemidji Assn. The reading of ordinances, in the .course of their journey toward pass- age and discussions of various topics, drew the city council into a late hour Monday evening and when other .typewritten papers were brought forth by the city clerk it was decid- ed to adjourn until next Monday eve- ning. The council met for the first time in its new quarters in the city building. i AMerman Garlock of the First -ward presided, President Vander- sluis of the council being absent from the city on business. The mayor was :also absent. Veto Action Deferred. In the course of the session, while 'City Clerk Stein was reading several. lengthy papers, he happened to come across one that was an_echo of the veto by Mayor Johnson of .the resolu. tion passed by the cl\\.y council, au- for the city attorney’s office, .to be used in investigations when heces- sary, of violations of liquor laws and other affairs similar and not condu- -cive to the best interests of the city. It appears that the action of the mayor does not meet the approval of the council and as there was not the necessary _two-thirds of the, alder- man_pyesent the questipn. et nrgvid- ing'a TUNE%S be used' to root oul law violators was deferred. R Contractors Winklesky & Jackson, who have the contract for building the new Koors Bros. plant, opposite the Union depot, were granted per- mission to use a portion of the streets at the site in the handling of mater- ial to be used in the structure. Morris Kaplan, who is also erect- ing a brick building at the corner of Second street and Minnesota avenue, was also granted permission to con- tinye to use a portion of the streets for material. as the severe weather has greatly delayed the progress of the building. City Scales Suggested. Mr. Kaplan, in a communication to the council, suggested that the city provide a city scales for use of the farmers and business interests of the city. He also suggested that the railroads put in a scales for weig.- ing car loads of potatoes and pro- duce, also live stock. On motion of Alderman Jones, the city clerk was asked to write to various cities that had city scales, and ascertain their success, cost of operation, revenues, and advantages. Bemidji association read the expres- sion of appreciation of the associa- tion for the action of the city coun- cil in providing,the association with the handsome quarters in a gener- ous portion of the remodelled city building. the communication being made a matter of record. Association Appreciative. “The Bemidji association in ex- pression of (s appreciation of the courtesy and conspicious generosity of the City of Bemidji in providing it with permanent quarters, by reso- lution now unanimously adopted. ‘“‘Acknowledges and declares its satisfactionp. with the rooms set apart for its use in the city building; “Extends to the mayor and city council its cordial thanks for the sub- stantial aid so given; “Obligates itself anew to co-oper- ate with the present and‘every suc- ceeding city administration in pro- moting the best interests of the City of Bemidji; “Avows its_unqualified purpose to devote its best efforts all of the time to the civic, commercial, agricultural and industrial advancement of this community; “And directs that these resolutions be engrossed on the records of this association as a permanent pledge of the spirit and purpose of each and every one of its members.” TWO EARTH SHOCKS AWAKEN SLEEPERS (By United Press.) San Francisco, Nov. 25.—Light sleepers were awakenea by an earth- quake shock at 3:50 o’clock this morning. Two distinet shocks were felt. H. M. Stanton. secretary of the | BOLSHEVISM DEFINED. St. Paul, Nov. 25.—‘Bolshev- ism in terms of figures means that they would add theory, subtract justice, multiply troubles and di- vide everything.” This was one of the striking statements of Frederick Sheldon, Chicago, noted writer on business topics, who spoke to 250 members of the Minneapolis Rotary club, i} on the topic, “Unrest Today.” MONTEVIDEO SPORTS ROTTEN-EGG BEMIDJI TEAM AFTER TIE GAME ’ Rowdy Tactics Allowed in That Town Under the Guise of Gentlemen The Bemidji high school football team returned from Montevideo Mon- day morning, where they played the “downstaters’” to a scoreless tie. Al- though handicapped by a slippery field the game was fuli of thrills. The play started at 2:30 and a crowd of over a thousand were there to wit- ness it. Details of Game. First quarter—Bemidji chose to receive. “Mont” kicked off Higby, recovering the ball, was downed near the center of the field. Three trys at the line and ends made the first -down for Bemidji. “Mont” strength- ened and held. ‘“Mont.’ took the ball. An old Illinois trick play was thrown for a 10 yard loss by Steck- man. .Both teams had the ball at intervals near the middle of the field during this period and the quarter lended with Bemiji in possession of the ball on their 40 yard line. Second quarter—Two line plunges ailed and a trick play, Brooks to :Cockran, nefted five yards. Brooks then made it first down on and end thorizing the appropriation of ;fsoq,'r‘un. “Mont.” held and Bemidji pint- ed. ; Pedler, 190 pound fullback of Montevideo, with the help of his | teammates, smashed through the line, time and again. An end run .was thrown for an eight yard loss by Cockran. A forward pass by “Mont” was. successful but the runner was |downed by Doran and Higby. Be- midji took the ball. The half ended with the ball near the middle of the figid- atier u field goal by Montviedo had failed. i Third quarter—‘Mont.” received the ball and, fighting hard, pushed the locals to the middle of the field. A fumble by ‘“Mont” was partialy recovered by Vouell, but the referee said he was ‘“fighting” and put him and the ‘““Mont.” man off the field. Stevens took his place. Bemidji was ipevalised when close to scoring. An- rother place kick by Montevedio fail- ed and tne quarter ended. | Fourth quarter—Both Doran and Morse took the ball around ends but | these post open field runners slipped {'on the muddy field and made little ground. A mix-up on a cross buck lost some ground for the locals. An- |other trick, Brooks to Cochran, net- fted “two yards. Bemidji punted. i“Mont.” worked the ball to their five jyard line. Doran was taken out by janother of the referee’'s decisions. Captain Cochran went to his half, !'while Stepleton went to end. With only a few minutes left to play and but five yards to go, ““Mont.” drove at the line three times, but failed to gain an inch against the Bemidji de- feuse. On the last down they swept right end and Captain Ondahl crossed the line but not until he had been tackled and riven out of bounds by Cochran, a yard from the goal. Be- {midji punted out of danger and the |game ended 0 to 0. Locals Rotten Egged. i An example of Montevedio sport- {manship is shown by the fact that isome ot the. Bemidji players were bombarded with rotten eggs at the BEMIDJI, MINN,, TUESDAY EVENING, NOV. 25, 1919 ASPIRANTS FOR 1920 ELECTION Under Way; Wood and Lowden Are Watching PRESIDENT KEEPS MUM Again; M’Adoo Is Also Mentioned By Hugh' Balllie. (United Press Correspondent.) Washington, Nov. 25.—Republi- cans and democrats today began ac- tively to organize for the business ot station. Howver they got to Minne- Iapolis all right and were loyally en- tertained by a number of Bemidji al- umni. Some trouble has arisen as to the meaning of the ‘“‘coin flipping.” It being so late in the season, Norman Knagsley, in charge of the tourna- ment decided on this plan to close up the tournament. In other words, the coin was flipped to see which team represented itself and the other in the game Wednesday at Northrup field. ‘Montevideo won, so if ‘““Mont’’ beats Virginia, then bot Virginia and “Monte. " are tied for the cham- pionship anu each receive a cup. LEANS UPON RIFLE: MAN WOUNDED: DIES Spooner, Nov. 26.—The first shoot- ing accident in this section this sea- son brought death to Daniel Beard- sley of Roosevelt. He was shot through the hand and stomach when the rifle on which he was leaning was discharged. He was brought at once to the Spooner hospital, but died a few hours afterward. He was about 37 years old and was well known at Rgosevelt, where the funeral was held. electing a president of the United States in 1920. . Leaders were on the ground ar- ranging for meetings of democratic aud republican national committee. men here January 8 and December 10, respectively, to select convention cities. Announcements of new candidates are exepected to come thick and fast from the G. O. P. ranks within a few days, but the democrats are holding back. Senators Poindexter, Lodge, Harding and Johnson have well de- fined campaigns started, and Gover- ner Lowden of Illinois and General Leonard Wood apparently are hold- ing back until the situation is more clarified. Wilson is Mum. As for the democrats, the fact that no one has come out has led many to believe that President Wiison has not made up his mind regarding an attempt to be re-elected for the third time. William G. McAdoo, the presi- dent’s son-in-law, was seen ag a bid- der for the labor vote if he Becomes a candidate. Governor Cox of Indiana and At- torney General A. Mitchell Palmer are remaining very quiet and Wil. liam Jennings Bryan's name is tre- quently brought into the situation. BEMIDJI MFG. CO. IS SELLING $50.000 OF ITS PREFERRED STOCK Proceeds Will Be Used to Purchase Timber and Enlarge Plant Rustad & Charles, dealers in in- vestment securities, are offering to St. Paul investors a $50,000 issue of 10 per cent prefered stock of the Be- midji Manufacturing company. The Bemidji urm manufactures railroad wood supplies. The capitalization of t.e concern on completion of the present financ- ing will be $125,000, $75,00 of which will be in common stock. The firm has no bonded or mortgaged debt and has paid an average Gividend of 28.- 67 per cent for the past seven years. The procees of the present issue will be spent in purchasing standing timber and expansion of the plant at Bemidji. TRAPPING SEASON WILL BE OPEN DECEMBER 1 The season for trapping and col- lecting furs in Minnesota and neigh- boring states is fast approaching. In Minnesota rats and mink are protect- ed until December 1, and after that date trapping can be done. Skunk are not protected, and on account of the prevailing snappy weather are running fairly good. The prospects for the coming sea- son are very bright and high prices should prevail. Fur dealers are now preparing their price lists, which will be circulated shortly, and indica- tions are that furs of all kinds will .command high prices. values, it will be advisable for trap- the present high market. first of the year. EGYPT APPEALS Paris, Nov. ment appealing to President Wilson to remove the British domination of Egypt is deter-)citizens in order to ascape military Egyptian affaire. mined not to accept a protectorate. AREASTIRDOWN| INWASHINGTON| Several G.O.P.’s Are Getting| ON THIRD TERM TRY Even Bryan’s Name Is Heard With the present high range of pers and collectors to market their furs promptly and get the benetit of No ome can tell at this stage of the game as to what prices will prevail after the AGAINST THE BRITISH 25.—The Egyptian delegation here has issued a state- BASUTO CHIE he Baswm chief who have been visiting in 1) to inspect the German submarine Deutschland, paramount chief returning 1o the deck. £y \‘Veather: forecast 24\}“"5. Markham: Generally fair, colder;, winds, Soxgrige 4§ Bnainaré glund \\'wfigh'--n u chance The plmlug{uph shows the RULES FOR SENDING CHRISTMAS PRESENTS - T0 ‘YANK IN EUROPE ! War Department Issues Reg- ulations That Must Be Observed The Minnesota recruiting distirct headquarters in Minneapolis gives the following directions for sending Christmas packages to ‘“the Yank still in Europe’: Seven pounds is the limit on Christmas packages for the Yank in Europe, while the doughboy in Si- beria or the Orient may receive a box weighing twepty pounds. Lieut. Col.-E. L. Hooper, army re- cruiting officer at 311 Nicollet ave- nue, today made public war depart- ment instructions .regarding Christ- mas boxes for soldiers still serving overseas. Packages sent to men in Germany, France or England must conform to parcel post regulations. Seven pounds is the maximum weight, and they must not exceed 72 inches, combined length and girth. They should be marked “Christmas Pox" and should be sent in care of the comanding general. Port of Embark- ation. Hoboken, N. J.. to arrive at Hoboken not later than December 8. If the Yank in question is serving in Siberia, the Philippines or Ha- waii, packages should be limited to 20 pounds in weight and two cubic feet in volume. These packages should be addressed in care of the Port & Zone transportation officer, Fort Mason. San Francisco, Califor- nia. ROSTER AT TEACHERS' INSTITUTE NOW 84: G0OD PROGRAM TONIGHT President Deputy and Faculty Will Speak on Subjects 7i8f Patriotism L2 Y The enrollment of the Teachers’ Institpfe has reached 84. The pub- lic 8-invited this evening to hear tne patriotic addresses given by Presi- dent Deputy and Miss Eunice Asbury at the Normal building. President Deputy will speak on “Schools and Better Americanism,” and Miss As- bury on “The Spirit of America.” The public is invited. Wednesday morning’s sesison begins at 8:30 o’clock at the Normal building. Mr. Olin’s Club Workers of the high school will appear at this time with some of their club songs. At 9:40 o’clock the teachers will murch to the Elko theatre to witness the great purity ‘picture, “The wnd of the Road.” The afternoon session will be held in the rooms of the Civic and Com- merce association. CONGRESS T0O CLEAN HOUSE DECLARES MILWAUKEE SOLON iMilwaukee, Wis.,, Nov. 25.—That congress will clean house for Ameri- ca was the statement here of Con- gressman John 'C. Kleczka upon re- turn from Washington. The clean- ing up will be done by enacting legis- 1ation next session for deportation of -anti-American agitators, he said. Kleczka has introduced a bill for deportation -of persons who surren- dered their declaration of becoming service. . RED LAKE INDIANS CAN GIVE WHITES MANY POINTERS ON LOGGING Says State Forester Cox After An Inspection of Operations (By United Press.) . St. Paul, Nov. 25.—Indians of the Red Lake reservation are not only surpassing the white man in effi- cient timbering on the reserve but they are getting more money for their product. All the money they make off the timbering operations in the reserve 8oes to the general Indjan fund so the Indians actually do - not ‘make anything from the mills except on the interest from the fund and the wages they get for working. . State Forester Cox, who inspected the reserve timber station this fall, believes the Indlans could give the white lumber..operators some valu- able lessons. They cut between two and two and a half million feet of, Norway and White pine timber last summer, sawed it and sold it mill run at about $38.50 per thousand, while most of the small timber opera- tors were averaging $30 a thousand. 'll,\' their careful methods the In- dians are improving their forests ac- cording to State Forester (‘ox. The operatious are undér-the direction of Superintendent ('ross. FOURTH MEN BELIEVE THEY WERE SOLDIERS Duluth, Nov. Members «. the Fourth intantry regiment of (ne Minnesota National guard, rated, the !!ighesl. salaried men in military serv- ice when they were on property guard duty in Minnesotsa during the war, may bring a test suit in an at- tempt to establish their contention that they are entitled to share in the $20,000,000 state soldier honus fund, Representative W. A. Pittinger of Duluth indieated in a letter to Clif- ford L. Hilton, aglm‘uey general. The attorney general held that the Fourth infantry men were subject to draft and were not a part of the Unit- ed States army and no provision in the bonus law could be found to al- low them to share in the $20,000,000 fund. The fourth infantry served to guard property mainly in Duluth, Minneapolis and St. Paul and in ad- dition to state pay received bonuses from funds to which industrial firms contributed. A number of members were drafted and served overseas. TWO MORE ENLIST. ! Harvey Holderness of Park Rapids, Minn., a veteran of the late war, re. enlisted for one year in infantry, tbr duty in Southern Texas. : George A. Wagstrom of Pelican Rapids, Minn, enlisted.for three years in an engineer compgny as a tele- graph operator for'duty in France and Germany. . These are enlistments just made by Sergt. Bass of Bamidji recruiting office. NORMAL “GYM” CLASSES CHANGE TO TUESDAYS The gymnasium classes, which have been held in the Normal school building on Monday evenings, have been changed to Tuesday evenings of each week. The first meeting under the change will be held tonight.and classes will meet-at 7:00 o'clock and 8 o’clock. Those wishing to enter may do so at the meeting tonight. Nortlv_n Central Minnesota. IDJI DAILY PION] . 45¢ PER MONTH IN BALKANS IS FORECASTED BY BRITISH PRESS Situation by Italian Poet in Fiume and Dalmatia Is Threatening ALLIED PATIENCE IS NEARING EXHAUSTION Treaty Will Not Become Ef- fective December 1 as Had Been Planned By Ed. L. Keen. (United Press Correspondent.) London, Nov. 25.—Growing fear of another Balkan war, with Italy and Jugo-Slavia playing the leading roles, were expreseed in the British press today. The situation created by Gabri- elle d’Annunzio in Fiume and Dalma- tia has brought the allies nearly to .| the end of their patience, in the | opinion of some newspapers. If this situation is allowed to continue un- checked it will provide a new war in the opinion of the Evening Standard. The Pall Mall Gazette fears a pos- sible Balkan war, unless the peace conference takes action to enforce its decisions with regard to Fiume and Dalmatia. TREATY PLANS MISCARRY. (By United Press.) Paris, Nov. 25.—The peace conter- ence will be unable to carry out its plan for making the treaty effective December 1, it was learned definite- 1y today. Failure of the American senate to forcement of terms, caused the con- of German delegates without signin the protogol . providing for fhe en- foriement of terms, caused the con- ference to decide upon postpone- ment. MIGHT INVOLVE WORLD. (By United Press.) Washington, Nov. 25.—"War which might involve all Europe and Jfithreaten the peace of the world will result if Gabrielle d' Annunzio at- tempts to carry out his reported in- tention of seizing all of Dam Dalma- tia.” predicted Doctor Groutch, rep- resenting the Serbs, (‘roates and Slo- vians in an interview today. NOTED EDUCATORS TO BE CLUB GUESTS AT NOON-DAY LUNCHEON Are Attending Normal; Bagby Meet Citizens Institute at Will of the state's most prominent educators as speakers, the open forum which is to follow the regular weekly luncheon of the With several Bemidji association tomorrow noon gives promise of being of ekceptional interest. Educators who are in Bemidji to dttend the teachers’ institute are to be the speakers, among them being T. A. Erickson, state leader of boys’ and girls’ ¢club work; T. S. Thompson, superintendent of the Kelliher schools; O. E. eMlby, superintendent of the Blackduck schools. Mr. Erickson will disscuss Boys’ and Girls’ club work; Mr. Thompson will tell of consolidated schools and Mr. Melby will talk on the relation of Commercial organizations to the schools. R. O. Bagby. who recently became superintendent of the Bemidji schools succeeding W. G. Bolcom, will be in- troduced to the business men of Be- midji. Mr. Bagby will discuss the Relation of City and Country schools. To every one present at the lunch- eon will be given a picture of the city building, in which is located the Bemidji association. NEAR EAST RELIEF WORK. (By United Press.) Minneapolis, Nov. 25.—Enlisting sympathy and funds for the ‘“‘near east” was the object of a conterence here today under the Near East Re- lief commission, chartered by con- gress. C. P. Burgess, general field secre- tary; Mrs. Florence Duryea, nation- al director of Women'’s organizations, and Secretary C. H. Vickery of the Near East commission, were speakers. Motion pictures of conditions in the near east and relief work already under way were shown. | { i | | !