Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, January 9, 1920, Page 1

MEMBER UNITED PRESS H. n.“' P.i.?a.y.h" :flm:.'h::r':\fgg:,qflm Centfal Minnesota. Advertising ‘accepted’ “BEMIDJI DATLY PIONEELE BEMIDJI, MINN., FRIDAY EVENING, JANUARY 9, 1920 ‘Weather forecast 24 hrs., Markham; | Cloudy, warmer, -followed unsettled. —_— e “PIONEER’S” CIRCULATION . t circulation of any paper in North v o 0} » VOLUME XVIIIl. NO. 10 " <evem in time of peace. » “The most interesting feature of the floor. midji will attain this year in the gether. 5 mann. st. P u(lB}.’I Unisted Press) B -narrative was that no ‘‘special coun- realm of basketball. The First State Bank of Kelliher . Paul, Jan. 9.—Governor Burn- | «il meeting” was held, in fact, only HOG BREEDERS MEET. Not thoroughly satisfied with the GERMANY MUST GIVE UP WAR also held its annuar meeting in the|quist said today that he would order two aldermen reported, and the reso- - showing made in the Wadena game, GUILTY FOR ALLIED TRIALS|First National Bank and the follow- | troops to Gemmel, Minn., upon infor- B¥ 1ution will have to await a quorum _ (By United Press.) Coach Smith has been busy perfect- ing officers were elected for that {n-|mation of the International Lumber = ¥ of the city fathers. Faribault, Minn., Jan. 9. — Hog|ing a new style of attack and the| Paris, Jan. 9.—The supreme coun- [stitution; President, F. P. Sheldon;|company officials that an 1. W. W. JUDCESTANTON |5 % SREAKS BEFORE BIG GATHERING| *OF SERVICE MEN Leads His Address by Recalling Jackson Day, Who Defeat- ed British Jan. 8, 1815 "EXPLAINS DUTIES OF RETURNED SOLDIERS ‘Home Guard Presents Com- pany Flag to Legion; Honor to Their Service As an introductory to his address ‘ .of the evening, Judge C. W. Stanton, “before a large gathering of ex-service :men and a few distinguished visitors at the meeting held last évening by ‘the Ralph Gracie post of the Ameri- -can Legion in the City building, im. ‘pressed the members on the signifi- gance of the day on whica they had met. January 8, “Jackson day,” con- ‘trary to the general supposition®that it {8 the anniversary of the birth of Andrew Jackson, seventh president of the United tSates, is the anniversary of the defense of New Orleans under ““‘Stonewall” General Jackson on Jan- -uary 8, 1815, when he successfully «defended the city behind a Dbreast work of cotten bales against the ‘British advance. Commends Legion Work. In his talk on ‘“Responsibility of American Legion Members,” Judge ‘Stanton thoroughly explained the duties fallin& upon the ex-service ‘men since returning to civil life, the ‘duties to be the same as in time of war when the young men of this country offered their lives in the ‘battle of right and justice. He com- ‘mended the members on the work al- ready accomplished and urged every -man to continue in the, good work ..and-not t8 become a so-called slacker The meeting held last evening was one.of the best since the organization of the American Legion post in this «ity. Besides the address of Judge ‘Stanton, a brother legion member of St. Paul post stated the activities of € g\ Wires Hinr, Commission Has Been"*9 % 18 Cap- tain in \ .e Sixth Daniel Moore, Bemidji, Minn. St. Paul, Minn., Jan. 8 have this day been commissioned a captain in the Sixth regiment, and are authorized to receive enlistments. j W. F. RHINOW, Adjutant General. The above telegram was received by D. J. Moore late yesterday after- noon from the head of the Minnesota state military, and the appointment was made at the recommendation of Lieut. Col. Stutz of the Sixth infan- try, who spoke at a mass meeting the night before at the quarters of the Bemidji Association in the City building, who stated during his ad- dress that he would recommend the overseas veteran of the French battle fronts. An active campaign for members of the company, which will be known as company K in the Sixth, has com- menced and is meeting with success. Returned service men have until Jan- uary 11 to enlist for a year, at the expiration of which they may re- enlist for another year, and at the second year may re-enlist for a third year, it being optional. BABY CLINIC RECEIVES HEARTY RECOGNITION Mrs. R. H. Schumaker, who is in charge of the baby clinic, which will be held on Saturday, January 10, at the Central school building, under the auspices of the Women’s Civic and Community club, reports that nearly all the periods for the exam- ination; of babies have been spoken for. In case more children are brought to the clinic than can be examined during the hours from 9 to 12 o’clock in the morning and from 2 to 5 o'clock in the afternoon, the examinations will be extended to take care of"all the children up to school age. The Women’s Civic and Community club is pleased over the interest be- ing shown in the clinic and it is cer- tain that it will be a decided success. Dr. Pearce, who was in Bemidji for AN ADDED DEATH 4000 MORE ARE TOLL; SECOND VOLCANOBLAST] Vera Cruz, Mexico, Plunged Into Terror by Terrible Earth Eruptions FLAMING LAVA RIVER 600 FEET WIDE FLOWING Earthquakes Continue With Sudden Violence; Scene De- scribed as Desperate By Ralph Turner. (United Press Correspondent.) Mexico City, Jan. 9.—A new vol- cano eruption ‘and new earthquake on Thursday caught the helpless peo- i ple of Vera Cruz in a new situation |fi of the terror into which the city was | plunged Saturday. Added to the earthquake casualties of Saturday, today’s casualties are | estimated at over 4,000. Twelve towns and villages are re- ported completely destroyed. A small mountain range, known as Cerro de San Miguel, near Cordoba, Vera Cruz, was the scene of the catas- trophe Thursday. One hill was split in two parts, dispatches said today, throwing a great stream of lava and sulphurous gasses into the air. A stream of lava 600 feet wide is’ flowing from the fissure today, dis- patches said, and flowing out over plains below the mountains. Registration of earthquakes con- tinues with sudden violence. The up- heaval came without warning, catch- ing farmers working in their fields at the base of the hills. Many were killed and their herds were caught in the rivers of flaming lava. The dispatches describe the situa- tion as desperate. KOORS STOCKHOLDERS 'T0 MEET JANUARY 13 A Good Habif to Get Into H you. OW much of this paper do get full benefit from? There is certain news which interests There are special articles which you find valuable. But do you read all the advertisements regularly? .---Here is a source of opportunity for all our readers. These merch- ants are sending their business messages to you through this newspaper. And they want you to know what they have ta sell. Always look over these “mes- sages” carefully, whether you want to buy anything at the timé or not. Keep track of what the -stores and manufacturers are offering, and when some need does come up you will know just where you can get the best value for your money. _Save the time and energy re- quired to shop around from one place to another. you're going and what you’re go- ing for before you go. Know where Start Now to Get the Habit of Read- ing All the Ads in This News- paper Every Issue WATER IN MANKATO DEMQCRATS FACING RESERVOIR LEAKS OUT: | WILSON AND BRYAN SIX STORES BURNED ON TREATY QUESTION City Offigjals Start Probe to|Bryan’s Appeal Didn’t Split Learn Mystery; Supply Cut Before Blaze (By United Press) Zumbrota, Minn.,, Jan. 9.—City the Party at Jackson Day Banquet By Hugh Balillie (United Press Correspondent) Believed That the Buford Will Dock at Riga, a Port - in Livonia RADICAL ALIENS TO PROCEED TO RUSSIA ) Martens Expected to Give Self Up Today; Has Prepared Statement Washington, Jan. 9.—The soviet ark Buford, with its cargo of 249 radical aliens, is about to enter Kiel canal, according to official dispatches received here. While still refusing to disclose the destination of the ship, officials said “‘a very good guess might be ventured since passage through the canal has become known.” Riga Believed Destination. It was belleved that the Buford would go to Riga, a port in Livonia, to discharge its radicals for transpor- tation across the county into soviet Russia. So far as has been made known, negotiations for the transportation of the radicals across one of the Laltic provinces adjacent to Russia have not been completed and the government will, await the outcome of the Bu- forll'h voyage before deporting any more Tadicals to Russia. Ship at Sea 18 Days. The Buford, now known as “Soviet Ark No. 1,” left New York Dec. 21 carrying Emma Goldman, Alexander Berkman and 247 deported ‘“radi- cals.” The last wireless message from the ship gave its position on Jan. 6 as near the Atlantic end of the English channel. It is known that prior to sailing the Buford’s captain obtained special information as to the approaches to the famous German waterway leading from the North sea into the Baltic. The wireless gave no information of the ship other than ‘the St. Paul and Minneapolis|the last clinic held on October 25 officials began investigation today to| = . ’ its position, ‘branches. has been engaged to attend this' determine the cause of the low water Washington, Jf"" 9.—The demd-|which leads army officials here to H. Z. Mitchell, former Home Guard |clinic because of the confidence| At the annual meeting of the stock-|pressure late yesterday, which result- | STtiC party today was faced with the believe that all is well on board. ‘brigade major, in behalf of the Be-|placed in his ability. He will be|holders of Koors Brothers company,|ed in a fire that destroyed half of the u’;:::_lsivfen (;)errs:l(l)[])lo:::;gmal;{:?gm: ; Savs “Envoy” Will Surrender. mid}i company, presented its beauti- ful'American silk flag to the Ralph “Gracie legion post, following a short -address on the activities of the Home ‘Guard during the war- Battle Nurse Speaks. Miss Mae MacGregor, Who served in France on the battle lines during the war as a Red.Cross nurse, was <alled upon for a short talk in which ‘she expressed her appreciation for the ‘interest taken in her work. Arthur J. Donovan, representative | ‘of the Minnesota Highway Improve- ‘ment association, who served during the war in the Canadian expedition-, kry forces, told of his experiences and ‘of the activities of the Canadian ex- service men along the lines of an organization similar to the American Legion. State Senator Brief. Senator McCarthy of Grand Rapids ‘delivered a short talk, impressing upon the members present the neces- sity for keeping in touch with the changing political and industrial' con- ditions, that the American Legion may do all in its power to bring about a change for the bettering of present | _‘conditions. After a report on the activities of ‘the legion basketball team by Fred Fraser, manager, and the disposition -wof routine business, the meeting was adjourned and all enjoyed a splendid buffet lunch. WHERE A GOOD GUESS FAILED TO MATERIALIZE A report of the *“special council ‘meeting last night,” in todays issue of our esteemed weekly contemporary was of much interest, the session be- ing “for the purpose of passing a re- sclution which would give the citi- zens an opportunity to vote upon a bond issue to cover the cost 0. paving projects that are being planned for the coming year.” Then follows a lengthy outline of contemplated paving plans for next season, as prepared by the city en- gineer to connect up highways to the city. ALBERT LEA’S FIRST. Albert Lea, Jan. 9.—Albert Lea assisted by a staff nurse of Minne- apolis sent here by the Minnesota Public Health association, by Miss Mae MacGregor, county school nurse and Miss Mostu, Bemidji school nuarse. COUNTY AGENT’S OFFICE HOURS FOR BUSINESS While County Agent A. W. Aamodt is out of town, attending the courses of instruction at the agricultural col- lege ofthe University of Minnesota, the agency will be open, that anyone may obtain any bulletins or leave a request for any information desired. Paper and pencil are in a convenient place so that the information desired may be written, in case the maucer is more or less confidential, envelopes have been provided, bearing Mr. Aamodt’s address and the communi- cation should be enclosed and the envelope sealed. There will be an attendant in the office from 8 to 9 o'clock a. m., and after o’clock in the afternoon - at- tend to the mailing of the communi- cations as well as to attend office duties at that time. GOPHERS SEEK REVENGE UPON IOWA TONIGHT] (By United Press.) Minneapolis, Jan. 9.—The Univer- sity of Minnesota basket ball team tonight will clash with the University of Iowa quintet on the local floor. Minnesota is out for revenge for the delflent handed them at football last fall. Dr. Cooke, coach, today reported his men in the best of condition. “TREAT” DUE TONIGHT. (By United Press.) Farmington, Jan. 9.—Basket ball fans of this city are due for a treat tonight when the local high school team and the quintet from Faribault square off for action on the local breeders of Rice county are meeting here today to organize. The new organization will probaSly be known ‘high school basket ball tossers will get into action in their first sched- uled game of the season tonight, when they meet the Fairmont quintet at the local gymnasium. as the Duroc and Poladd China Breeders association. Its purpose is to promote interest among swine breeders of this county. Prominent hog men addressed the meeting. which will be held on Tuesday, Jan- uary 13, directors will be selected and amendments to the articles of incorporation will be considered. At that time, plans for the new building on BeKrami avenue near the Union depot will be discussed as well as the general expansion of business. CHICAGO HOLDS AERO SHOW. ] -(By United Press.) Chicago, Jan. 9. — Aeroplanes — from the single, passenger ‘“airster” to the luxurious ten passenger “aerou- sine” are on display here today at ithe First Areonautical Show of the West. The show pictured a typical avia- tion field. The ceiling of the Coliseum was covered with a sky blue canopy with* hundreds of twinkling electric stars. The walls showed over a thousand feet of scehic paintings, de- picting the world as seen in flight. A giant dirigible ‘swings from the center of the building with aeroplaneg in flight flanking it. play was meant to typify man’s con- quest of the air. [y Among the interesting exhibits is that of the navy. ' The sailors dis- played hydro-aeroplanes with aircraft guns and other war equipment, wire- less telephone, aerial post office and. famous planes with war records. ‘The Chicago-Omaha mail plane was to make its maiden trip today extending the .mail route from New York to Omaha and giving aerial en- thusiasts a prac exhibition of the utility of the new:game. HIGH SCHOOL BASKETERS WILL MEET PARK RAPIDS Victoriously opening the series of the district games for Bemidji will be the task of the local High school bas- ket ball team this evening when it meets the Park Rapids quintette for the first game of the season which counts in deciding the position Be- local boys have been working hard each night to better their teamwork of which there has been too little. Since the loss of Powell, it has been necessary to shift Captain Stechman from guard to center, in which position either he or Cochran will play tonight. business blocks in this city. Much of the water mysteriously leaked from the reservoir in the twenty-four hours betore the fire broke out in a restaurant. The damage to the business district is estimated at $75,000, six business houses being burned down com- pletely. MEET THIS MONTH On Tuesday, January 13, the an- nual meeting of the stockholders of the First National and Northern Na- tional banks of Bemidji will be helu. The stockholders of the Farmers State bank will be in session on Wed- nesday, January 21. Election of di- rectors will take place and the usual business transacted. FRIENDS MAKE CALL. The whole dis-| Miss Gladys Caroline Conklin en- tertained at her home on West Twelfth street yesterday, a number of her friends at a surprise party given by her sister, Lucile Josephine, the occasion being her seventh brith anniversary. The afternoon was spent in playing games and music, fater which refreshments were served. Those present were, Charles Hur- ‘leoker, Rosie Coultas, Bernice Acker- man, Vivian Titus, Lila and Norma Flake, Lucile and Gladys Conklin and Alice Kennedy. Little Gladys re- ceived many useful gifts from her friends on this occasion. WEEK OF PRAYER. The national Week of Prayer is being observed by the Methodist church this week in a series of home prayer meetings, which will close with the following meetings to be held at 8 o’clock tonight—at the homes of Dr. J. M. Caldwell, 12th and Beltrami; J. H. Freeman, 913 Bemidji, and A. I. Anderson, 214 Mill Park. “Magnify the Lord with Me, and let us exalt His name to- cilt today received a report of the interallied commission, which has drawn up a complete list of uerman, war guilty for-trial by allied tribun- als. Under the terms of the Ver- sailles treaty, Germany must give up the accused the moment the treaty becomes effective. peace treaty an issue in the Novem- ‘ber election, or following W..J, Bryan’s leadership and securi quick ratification on the best com- promise terms possible. X In the opinion of party leaders, it did not seem likely today that Bryan’s appeal to the Jackson Day banquetters, last night and early to- day, would have the effect of split- ting the party of weakening Wilson's control. Bryan's last speech ended at 2:30 o'clock this morning. Wilson and Bryan are directly op- posed in the situation. According to widespread belief here, the treaty will go into the 1920 campaign as the paramount issue in spite of Bryan’s arguments. From high administration quarters today came the suggestion that it might be possible to hold a referen- dum on the treaty before next elec- tion. Such referendum would be ‘[ purely advisory to the senate and not mandatory. Senator Lodge, republican leader in the senate, declared he was will- ing for the treaty to go into the next presidential campaign and stated the president’s attitude made a comprom- ise impossible. . BEMIDJI FARMERS CLUB SERVES CHICKEN TOMORROW The Bemidji Farmers’ Township Club will meet Saturday at the Carr Lake school. Another chicken uin- ner will be served by the ladies, #rs. A. E. Rako will be the hostess. COUNTY STATE BANKS ELECTING OFFICIALS The Beltrami Cougty State Bank of Tenstrike, held its annual meeting of stockholders this ‘morning in the First National Bank of Bemidji. The following officers were elected: Prési- dent, F. P. Sheldon; vice-president, A. G. Wedge, Jr.; cashier; J. F. Her- vice-president, A. G. Wedge, cashier, William T. Barry. The officers elected by the direct- ors of the Security State Bank at the annual meeting on Tuesday, January 6, gre as follows: President, H. C. Baer; vice-president, W. Z. Robinson; cashier, A. E. Feir. Jr.; With L. C. A. K. Hartens, “soviet ambassador,” still dodging federal of. ncers, his ‘“‘embassy” here was pre- bk paring a statement which Martens hopes to make before a subcommittee of the senate foreign relations com- mittee today. After his appearance before the senate committee, sartens will be ready to give himself up to officers who have a warrant for his deporta- tion, 8. Nuorteva, secretary of the ‘“‘embassy,” has announced. Officers hope to get him before that time. BAIL OUT JAILED REDS. New York, Jan. 9.-—Parlor bolshe- viki who are raising a fund to assist comrades held on deportation pro- ceedings will have to invest it in Liberty Bonds to get their friends out on bail. The authorities at Ellis Is- land announced today that offers of cash bail had been refuseu since the island had no facilities for handling large sums. A surety company had refused to supply bonds even against adequate cash security, on the ground that it did not care to aid enemies of the country. ICE HARVESTER FALLS UPON SPINNING SAW : BODY SEVERED (By United Press) Mankato, Minn., Jan. 9.—John Hardegger was instantly killed when he fell on a whirling ice power saw in operation today. ‘His body was cut half in two. HUGE SCHOOL FUND. . (By United Press.) Winnipeg . ,Jan. 9. — The govern- ment of Saskatchewan has expended $13,200,000 for educational purposes since the province was organized in 1905, according to announcement made today by Charles Dunning, provincial treasurer. BURNQUIST WILL CALL OUT TROOPS TO QUELL STRIKE strike i{s imminent. SWEDISH SERVICES TONIGHT. There will be Swdeish services this evening at 8 o’clock at the Swedish Lutheran church Rev. T. B. Nordale is the pastor. SOVIET ARK'I§ - REPORTED IN THEKIEL CANAL BEARING REDS § i 1 | 1 |