Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, February 18, 1920, Page 1

MEMBER UNITED PRESS The Pioneer is a member of the United Press. Today’s world's news today. = - ——————— @ ; 6’6 : % \ VOLUME XVIIL. NO. 44 JOHNSONNOSES OUTKAPLANIN CLOSERUNFOR MAYORALTY Vote in Two .Precincls‘ Gives Him Eighty Majority in the Balloting STEIN AND RHEA WERE UNANIMOUSLY ELECTED Martin and L. V. Conley of St. Paul, "Palmer and Mohler Tied in the Second; Paving Carries ) by Big Majority In a close and hard fought munic- said that the fire started in three F.|rooms and since everything did not ipal election Tuesday, Mayor L. Johnson nosed out Morris Kaplan by just eight votes, when every one in- terested practically Kaplan had won by a comfortable majority. The First and Second wards were responsible for Mayor Johnson’s re- election, the first giving him a ma- jority of 73 over his opponent. The second came strong with a majority of 80. Kaplan got the Third with 38 majority and took the Fourth with 27 and the Fifth with 80. Johnson re- ceived a total vote of 544 in all wards and Kaplan 536, a majority for John- son of eight. Many believed that the Fourth Precinct would go strong for Kaplan, but it developed into a close race, Kaplan winning by 27. City Clerk George Stein was un- opposed and had clear sailing, and George Rhea, city treasurer, was an- other city official who had nothing to concern him in being re-elected. Stein was. high man with 907 votes and Rhea has 868 to his credit. Lahr Again Elected. In the assessorship race, J. P. Lahr, who was assessor in 1918, and was defeated for re-election by Wil- liam C. Klein, Lahr won out by 18 . majority. Klein took the First and ‘Second precincts and Lahr pulled out on the Third, Fourth and Fifth. pork enmmineion, sode slong easity| VOTERS APPROVE TREATY a8 everyone: thought George was just the one to fill the bill. In the Second ward, Clerk Barney Erickson was -obliged to turn over one of his big record sheets to credit the votes for the new park member, who received a total of 767. The New Councilmen. In the aldermanic race, E. D. Boyce of the First ward was unop- posed, receiving the endorsement of 175 of his neighbors. A peculiar situation developed in the Second ward, when Alderman A. B. Palmer and Tom Mohler tied at 107 each in the count, and it is sur- ‘mised they will flip a coin or pull :straws in the decision. In the Third, Bert Carver received 103 votes and Clarence Foucault -received 85, a majority for Carver of 18. In the Fourth ward, Naish McKin- non defeated P. R. Peterson 141 to 131, a margin of 10. Otto Morken of the Fifth was un-‘ opposed and drew 124 votes. Paving Carries Big. The bond plan question of voting bonds for the paving to connect the state highway trunk lines with the!ticulars will be published later. paving in Bemidji, carried by a large majority. One of the questions asked on the ballots was: by the city of Bemidji under the provisions of Section 9, Chapter 6 of the Charter of said city, to the amount of $30,000, on account of the permanent improvement fund of said city for the purpose of raising ‘money to pay the cost of constructing pavement and gutter on those cer- +ain streets and avenues of said city, .designated in ordinance No. 111, not provided by assessment upon the property fronting upon such streets and avenues, and including .the cost of constructing the same across streets and opposite property which ijs by law exempt for such assess- ment.” Voters decided in favor of this proposition: by 732 to 277, voting as follows: First ward, Yes 152, No 53; Sec- ond ward, Yes 191, No 36; Third ward, Yes 89, No 50; Fourth ward, Yes 221, No 77; Fifth ward, Yes 79, No 61. 3 Another Ballot Carries. The other ballot asked the voters: “Qhall the city council of the city of Bemidji proceed to improve cer-} tain streets and avenues designated in ordinance 111 of said city, under the provisions of Chapter 65, of the Laws of 1919 of the State Minnesota, issuing certificates of indebtedness of said city thereunder, not exceed- ing $165,000, and assessing the cost of such pavement and gutter against AIDJI DAILY conceded that|at once. “Shall bonds be issued; 4 ARSON CHARGE HEARING State Fire Marshal's Office Men Spend Week On Mysterious Blaze As a result of the arraignment of Frank Dewey, arrested Tuesday fore- noon on the charge of arson connect- ed with the fire at the Great Nor- thern hotel building a few days ago, held at 8 o’clock last evening before Judge J. F. Gibbons, bail was fixed at $10,000. By the latest reports Dewey is still confined to the county jail until the amount of bail is raised. Hearing will be held on February 27. The arrest was made following a thorough investigation by Robert both of the state fire marshal’s office, who have been in the city nearly a week on this matter. They complet- ed the investigation yesterday and returned to St. Paul last night. At the time of the fire a gasoline can was found in one of the rooms and it is believed that it had con- tained a quantity of gasoline. It is appear to be just as it should be, the state fire marshal’s.office was notified When the two men from the fire marshal’s force arrived and started the investigation they found a three gallon jug containing gaso- line under the bed in one of the rooms that had been damaged by fire. It is stated that the investigation has been complete but just what the find- ings are has not been announced. RINEHARDT ASSAULT - TRIAL IS STILL ON The case of Arthur Rinehardt, charged with assault on Sam Lee of Blackduck, is still hanging fire. It was the first case on the list of criminal cases to be tried by jury at this term of court. Tuesday fore- noon was spent im.selecting jurors, the balance of the day and this fore- noon was taken up‘by evidence hear- ing. It was expected at noon that all the evidence would be in by at least 2 o’clock. George H. Sherman, on the charge of bank robbery, will be on trial fol- lowing the Rinehartd case. Attorney P. J. Russell has been appointed by the court to defend Sherman. \LEAGUE OF WOMEN Chicago, February 18.—In closing its session today the League of Wom- en voters approverd of the League of Nations without reservations. After bitter debate a resolution was adopted upon the motion of Alice Stone Blackwel lof Boston. The con-! vention by a close vote adopted the resolution epposing compulsory mili-l tary training. Mrs. Maude Wood Park of Boston was named as na-! tional chairman of the league. | FIRST SETTLER IN ! MOOSE TOWNSHIP PASSES | John McCullom passed away very | suddenly at his home in Moose town- ship, Monday, death being caused by Leart trouble. Mr. McCullom is one tbe old time pioneers of the com- munity, being the first settler in his township, where he located on a homestead. He was postmaster there in 1891, and drove the stage from Fosston to Moose before the railroad went through from there to Bemidji. The funeral is in charge of M. E. Tbertson, and will be held Thursday at Moose. Iurther interesting par- BIG DROP.IN FOOD © | " PRICES IS FORECAST| By Ralph Couch (United Press Correspondent) Washington, Feb. 18.—A big drop in food prices will come this summer, | government experts predicted today, if tarm production is equal to or greaterf than production overage for the ten year period just closed. On hundred per cent production is due, accordding to the law of aver- ages records of the agricultural de- ppartment shows. One hundred per cent® production is equal to ten years average. There are many factors in the situation which tend towards big crops this summer and lower prices. A A A A A A A A A A | property fronting on said streets and avenues, but the cost of construct- ing said improvements across inter- secting streets and property exempt by law from assessment to be paid out of the general fund of said city.” This ballot stood: First ward, Yes 163, No 43; Sec- ond ward, Yes 184, No 37; Third ward, Yes 154, No 32; Fourth ward, Yes 226, No 72; Fifth ward, Yes 69, i No 63. The total vote on both paving is- sues was: “Yes,” 1,528, and the “No” ballots numbered 524, a grand total vote on the question, 2,052, which ! shows that Bemidji is no slacker in progressing. ‘have as its object the wfillare COUNCIL WHEN (HANGES MADE IV PERSONNEL First, Third, Fourth and Fifth to Be Represented by New Members COUNCIL PRESIDENT CONTINUES POSITION|: City Clerk Stein Will Again; Keep the Records, Being His Tenth Year There will be some new faces in the council, as soon as the votes are canvassed by the present body, and the newcomers are believed. to be continuing the good material for and work of Bemidji for its success [progress. Mayor Johnson has been reelected for another Yyear’s term. President C. W. Vandersluis of the council is entering upon his second year and will continue to preside at the sessions. New One In First. The first ward will be represented by E. D. Boyce, who is an executive in the Beltrami County abstract of- fice in the court house. He had no opposition and will succeed Dr. Gar- lock, who declined to again he a can- didate for reelection. Alderman Bag- ley will be the team mate of his new colleague. The representative of the second ward lies between Alderman A. B. Palmer. and Tom . Mohler, each re- ceiving the same number of votes. G. D. Backus is serving his second term as alderman of this precinct. Benner’s Chair Filled. In the third, Bert Carver, a grocer at 703 Fourteenth street, will suc- ceed E. L. Benner, who left Bemidji 'during his aldermanic term and as- sumed management of a general store in Puposky. Alderman Cooper is the other incumbent. In the fourth ward, Alderman Bar- nell will have as a council associate Naish McKinnon, who will take the vacant seat of the late John Croon. Alderman Joanis of the fifth ward decided that two terms ‘were enough for him and Otto Morken, an en- gineer on the M. & I. railroad, was announced. He met no opposition in his candidacy and his election was assured. Alderman Jones is his col- ‘league. KAPLAN APPRECIATES ELECTION SUPPORT To the Local Press: Will you permit me space to say 'a word to the voters of this city. To those citizens who voted for me 1 extend my hearty apperciation and thanks for their confidence in me, and to the voters and citizens that could not accept my viewpoint, I can only say in the words of Abraham Lincoln, “I bear malice towards none and good will towards all.” To Mr. Johnson and all other can- didates that have this day been elect- ed, 1 tender my sincere congratula- tions and assure them of niy hearty cooperation in every effort that will and deyelopment of our little city. The i yote of the majority must always be accepted as the decree of organized government. Always for good citi- zenship. Morris Kaplan. DUTCH TO STAND FIRM ON DEMAND FOR KAISER The Hague, Feb. 18.—Holland will answer the second note sent by the Entente with regard to the status of former Emperor William by reiter- refusing ating her original position, to surrender him, but acquiescing in the request to guard him closely, it was declared here today. The Dutch patched within a few days. ALLIES HAVE ASKED FURTHER SUGGESTIONS (By United Press) Washington, D. C., Feb. 18.—The allies have asked President Wilson to make further suggestions for the settlement of the Adriatic questions according to as to the contents of the reply to Wilson’s protest against the proposed settlement. Wilson’s intimation that the treaty of Versailles might be withdrawn from the Senate if the allies persist in their course, was reported, with the declaration that the allies do not want the United States to stand aloof. answer will be dis- information available BEMIDJI, MINN.,, WEDNESDAY EVENING, FEB. 18, 1920 "PION ntr; aq t Weather forecast, 24hrs., Markh MASSACHU_SETTS GETS BATTLE FLAGS P Ceremony at the state = A TEACHERS-PARENTS WILL GET TOGETHER THURSDAY EVENING Association Join at Bemidji Quarters After Serving of Dinner "y, Teachers and parents are planning on a regular get-to-gether get-ac- quainted affair at the rooms of the Bemdslji Civic and Commerce associa- tion on Thursday evening. Dinner will be served at 6:30 o’clock for the teachers anu a limited number of friends who have made reservations before the time for the dinner. After the dinner thiere will be an interesting program including several musical numbers as’well as several toasts. All who are unable to attend the dinner and who are interested in the work which i¢ being done by the public school faculty are especially urged to be present for the after dinner program. The menu for the dinner has been following delicacies: Roast beef with brown gravy, mashed potatoes. peas. salad. bread and butter, coffee and apple pie. The after dinner program includes the following numbers: Vocal Solo—Raymond Hannah. The Teacher of 1930—Lieut. Clar- ence Shannon. . The Schools of 1930—Miss Grant. Violin solo—Mr. Mortz. The Schools of Beltrami County in 1930—County Superintendent of Schools J. C. McGhee. Piano Solo—Gronhild Moe. Bemidji, as a City, ih 1930—E. H. Denu. . Selection—Glee Club, directed by Mrs. Paul Yaple. Bemidji’s Schools in E. F. Netzer. Comunity Songs. DAVIS CALLED TO WAGE CONFERENCE James T. Davis of Bemidji, gen- eral chairman of the local Brother- hood of Locomotive Firemen and En- ginemen of the M. & I, has been notified by wire by Timothy Shea, president of that order, to be present at Washington on February 23 to consider President Wilson’s proposi- tion on the wage question. He will leave Bemidji Thursday morning for Washington. 1930—Mrs. LANE GETS $50.000 POST. Los Angeles, Feb. 18.— Franklin K. Lane, retiring Secretary of the Interior, wil become an executive of the Pan American Petroleum & Transport company and the Mexican Petroleum company when he relin- quishes his official position, it was announced here by E. L. Doheny, president of the two companies. Mr. Lane’s salary, It was reported, will be approximately $560,000 an- nually. His duties will be those of legal adviser and vice president. THIRD POLITICAL PARTY WILL MEET JULY 4 (By United Press.) St. Louis, Mo., Feb. 18.—It is an- nounced that a third political party will contest for president through the national convention of Liberals, to be held in Chicago on July 4. There is & committee of forty-eight, it is announced. already arranged and includes the | S 3 > house, Boston, when the fourteenth Rallroad engl- neers, A. B, F,, presented to the state of Massachusetts the national gnd state colors carried by the unit while serving through the great war. Coolidge is at’the left, recelving the flags. S e e Governor THIRD NUMBER OF H. S. LYCEUM COURSE NEXT FRIDAY NIGHT Unique Program by Talented Japanese Husband and Dainty Wife . The third number of the High school Lyceum course will be given on the evening of Friday, Feb. 20, in the High school auditorium and will be a very unusually entertaining numbe.r Mr. and Mrs. Michitaro Ongawa, Japanese entertainers, will give a unique program, consisting of Japan- ese folk songs and dances. They will play curious Japanese instruments. wear beautiful oriental costumes and give a playlet built on the witchcraft and sorcery of the far east. This number comes very highly recommen¢ ed and it is one that no one can afford to miss . Single admission tickets will be on le at 50 cents. All money over actual expenses is to be turned over to the High School Athletic fund. BETTER SCHOOLS ASSN. MEETING IN DISTRICT 103 A meeting of the Better School as- sociation of northwest Beltrami county yas held at Mrs. Carter’s school in district No. 103, Malcolm postoffice, on January 31. Teachers in attendance were Misses Bertha Peterson, Ella Ostmoe, Ruth Ander- son, Logan, Mrs. Carter, Mrs. Lut- trell, Conrad Sund, and Luttrell Oscar Sletten was a visitor. Subjects suggested by chapters 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 of the reading circle books were very ably discussed by the teachers, after which they did ample justice to a very delicious and satisfying lunch served by Mrs. Carter and Miss Peterson. A business meeting was also held and plans were made for the future activities of the @rganization. The next meeting of the associa- tion will be held at Mr. Sund’s school in district No. 107, Lee township, on Saturday, March 20. All teachers are invited and especially urged to be present. ' ANNAPOLIS QUIZ TODAY. (By United Press) Fargo, Feb. 18.—~Examinations for an alternate to Annapolis will be held today and April 21 to fill vacan- cies, Senator A. J. Gronna, who will make the appointments, announced. Examination for a principal and al- ternate to West Point avill be held March 2, Senator Gronna said. MADOO NOT ADVERSE TO BEING CANDIDATE (By United Press.) New York, Feb. 18—William McAdoo today declined to permit his name to be used in the democratic presi- dential primaries of Georgia, declar- ing every effort should be made to send unrestricted delegates to the national convention from every state where possible. - b But McAdoo said he regarded as an imperative duty of any man to accept the nomination if it should come to him unsolicited. Fair, fresh winds today. tomorrow. ' 1 “PIONEER'S” CIRCULATION i :fiar est circulation of any paper in North 1 Minnesota. Advertising accepted guarantee. 4 45¢ PER MONTH am; LLIES READY T0 POSTPONE | EXECUTION OF | FIUME PLANS |win Yield to President’s Stand and Washington Expects Answer Soon BELIEVE IT‘WILL BE VERY CONCILIATORY Ohio Congressman Has Wierd Plan for Amending Constitution (By United Press) Washington, Feb. 18.—The allies will yield to President Wilson’s stand on Fiume and will at least postpone execution of their plans for settle- ment of the Adriatic problem, it was predicted by the state department today. Eected shortly, and it is believed will e couched in- tne most conciliatory terms. ] FESS HAS NEW BILL. By Herbtr W. Walker (United Press Correspondent) Washington, Ieb. 18.—A constitu- tional amendment, giving congress and the supreme court joint power to authorize the vice president or rank- ing cabinet officer to assume the duties of a president duritig a disa- bility of the chief executive, has been prepared by Representative Fess of Ohio, for introduction in the house. Fess would have the constitution amended so that congress might, by concurrent ‘resolution, declare that the president is unable to serve, after a finding of facts by the supreme court. In case congress is not in session when the president became disabled the amendment wouid give the vice pyesidem power to call a special ses- sion. OHIO STATE CO.EDS MAKE _ DRESSES TO BEAT H. C. L. ( International News Service) Columbusg, Ohio, Feb. 18.—Co-eds attending the Ohio State University are combating old H. . L. by mak- ing their own dresses. A style show has just been staged at the unlversity. Its twenty-tive participants were girl students. They displayed, as living models, their own handiwork. The girls passed in review, wear- ing dresses that were made in one day and did not cost more than the price of one good, square meal. Although these dresses were made out of unbleached muslin, no two dresses looked alike, due to the indi- vidual finishing touches of their own- ers. Some dresses were low-necked and some high. On some of the dresses different material was used in making the collars and cuffs, while some were trimmed with embroidery. The girls announced their inten- tion of wearing these dresses next summnier. WILSON WILL WRITE AGAIN TO RAILROADERS- (By United Press) Washington, Feb. 18.—Railway union officials, who talked with the president last week, will receive another communication from Wilson concerning the railroad wage con- troversy in a few days, they stated after their conference with Secretary Tumulty. MANITOBA WILL GET _ BONUS FOR FUR CROP (By United Press) Winnipeg, Man.. Feb. 18.—New revenue amounting to more than $250,000 a year will be obtained by the Manitoba government by a royal- ty on the fur crop, which becomes law at the current session of the legislature. " Furs worth approximately three million dollars are taken from the wilds of Manitoba every year, it is estimated. WAR DEPARTMENT GOING AFTER SLACKERS (By United Perss) Washington, Feb. 18.—A roundup of wilful draft evadors is to be start- ed at once by the war department, it was announced today. There are more than 170,000 listed as draft slackers. All will be vigorously, prosecuted, it was stated. — | | The answer of the allies was ex.