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. e A e e Ty ey _“Twentieth . Century H LIMITED Keeps Its Equilibrium It is reported that in certain sec- tions of Mexico rain has never been known to fall. From that, we sus- Pect that it is a well-balanced rain. —Whatever That Is— Similar To Mud Aviators claim that every city and town, when séen from the air, has a distinctive color. Just about this time of the year, the color of Bemidji would probably greatly resemble the color of mud, especially in some of the back alleys where navigation has already been opened. —Aint It A Fact— 3 Fowl Tactics Bemidji Resident: “Thanks for that crate of chickens you sent in to me, old man, but you ought to have put them in better crates. The crate was $o frail that they all got out just before I reached home and I had to scour the neighborhood to find them. Even then I only caught ten.” ) Country Cousin: “Shs! T only sent you six.” —A Good Raiser— . Needs An Operation All the work in a Colorado Springs grocery store is done by electricity, the bins being opened by .magnets and the scales being electrically, op- erated, At that some wary customer is apt to think that the bins are opened by magnates and the scales need an op- eration. —The Thinker— Very Thoughtful Cows Owing to the vast tracts of snowy land in Russia, cows grazing there in the spring frequently wear colored spectacles to save their eyes from the glare. —What A Spectacle— Got His Wish “And you tell me several men pro- posed marriage to you?”’ he said, savagely. “Yes; several,” the wife replied. “Well, I only wish you had mar- ried the first fool who propssed.” —She Claimed She Did— TODAY’S EVENTS ET Potato Market Chicago, April 6—Potato market weak. Receipts 71 cars. Total U. S. shipments, 739 cars. On track, 212 cars, Wisconsin round whijtes, sack- ed, few sales, $1.50 to $1.60; Idaho russets, U. S. No. 1, $1.85 to $2, most- ly $1.90, poorly graded, $1.50 to $1.75 Idaho rurals, $1.55 to $1.65; Nebraska round whites. $1.65; Colorado brown beauties, $1.70. » DR. BRINK TO SPEAK AT BAPTIST CHURCH FRIDAY Dr. Gilbert N. Brink, D. D., of Philadelphia, general secretary of the American Baptist publication society, will speak in the Baptist church Fri- day evening at 8 o'clock. He will speak on Missionary work and may also tell of his experiences on his re- cent trip through the Baptist mission fields in Mexico and Central' Ameri- ca. He is a very interesting speaker at this fime. A man of unusual interesting life and achievements, Dr. Brink’s pre- sent position puts him at the head of one of the most important branches of work of the entire Baptist de- nomination. Dr. Brink served for some time as superintendent of schools in the Phili- pine islands and was superintendent of education of the American Bap- tist Home Mission Society before be- ing appointed to his present position. Under his_leadership, work of the American Baptist publication society has- made many important advance- ments. The purpose of Dr. Brink’s address here at this time is to help state; leaders rally their forces for the $15,000,000 campaign in which Nor- thern Baptists are engaging during the months of March and April. Lead- ers everywhere are putting their time and energy into the campaign that the denominational work may not suffer. Five years ago today the United States proclaimed a state of war with Germany. Sixty years ago today began the great battle of Shiloh, or Pittsburgh Landing. The state of Louisiana observes the battle anniversary as confederate Memorial day. Alumni of the University of Ala- bama are to celebrate today the 100th anniversary of the first meet- ing of the board of trustees of the university. A memorial to the late Rear Ad- miral Robert E. Peary, discoverer of the North Pole, is to be unveiled to- day in the Arlington National ceme- tery. Brig. Gen. Charles G. Treat, a distinguished veteran of the World War, will be placed on the -retired list of the United States army today. Former Senator Elihu Root is ex- pected to speak in Los!-Angeles to- night at a banquet to be given in honor of the members of the Califor- nia_supreme court, David M. Proctor of Kansas city, a member of the Missouri senate, is to formally open his campaign today ~dis . ther:: ' snow_baby.” for the Republican nomination for the United States Senate. Senator Stanley of Kentucky and others of note are scheduled to ad- dress a great rally of the “wets” in Carnegie Hall, New York City, to- night, under the auspices of the As- sociation against the Prohibition Amendment. Maine Republican meet N State convention at Bangor today to dis- ss candidate and formulate a plan coming campaign. Miss Alice s, will make .an address. 1ri /K¢ Day’s News Mrs. Edward, Stafford who is to unveil the memorial to the late Robert Rear Admiral Robert E. Peary in the Arlington National Cemetery todav. is thy vy daughter’af the North Pole In_1893; when her fa- as laying ‘the foundations for in of explorations which end- the attaininent o6fithe North rs. Staffordiwas born at the “guarters.of ‘the expedition on n, Bay, farther north than any other white. child was. ever born. She was’ christened Ahnighto, _or “the The hut in* which she was born later became known as An- niversary Lodge, i3 it was there that the explorer and his wife passed sev- eral of their wedding anniversaries. Miss Peary was educated in Switz- erland. Soon after making her so- serer. ‘cial debut she was married to Ed- ward Stafford of Washington. D. C., & son of Justice Wendell P. Stafford of the supréme court of the District of Columbpia. THE PIONEER WANT ADS BRING RESULTS . THIRTY MINERS REPORTED __ INJURED DURING PARADE (Continued From Page 1) | nation-wide coal strike within two| more weeks, union officers declared | at the United Mine Workers head- | quarters here today. Small industries are almost to the bottom of their coal bins and they will soon have to close their doors, is the opinion of Lawrence Dyer. “When their supply is exhausted thousands of men will be thrown out/| of work and they will let out a yell that will be heard across the conti- nent,” he said. “Then I feel our| representatives at Washington will| get busy and force the mine owners| into a conference.” | MRS. HENGTGEN OF FROHN BURIED AT MINNEISKA The remains of Mr. Mary Hegt- gen, who passed away at her farm home in Frohn, about eight miles from Bemidji, April 2, were shipped to Minneiska, Minn., last night for interment. H. N. McKee, funeral director, had charge of the arrange- | ments. = She leaves ,besides her hus- band, to mourn her loss, seven small children. Her mother and three brothers came from their homes and accompanied the remains to Minne- iska. The children will remain there wizh their grandmother for the pres- ent. ADDITIONAL WANT ADS FOR RENT—Rooms; cheap, modern, suitable for light housekeeping, also furniture for sale. Address “J” care of Pioneer. 2t 4-7 FOR RENT—6-room house, modern except. heat. Inquire at 1402 Bel- trami Ave. * 4td4-10 FOR SALE—Golden oak buffet, in good condition, cheap if taken at Call 653-J. 1311 Minn. 4td4-10 e ————— ] SHOE REPAIRING PRICES ARE DOWN! Ladies’ ha!f sole: Me: half soles . Cl once. Ave. 50c, 65¢ whole rubber heels.... 40c Men's whole rubber heels .... 40c All Works Done Guaranteed. BEMIDJI SHOE STORE and the public is invited to hear him jments made || 56,000 to $12,000 Yearly! PARENT-TEACHER CLUB OF COLLEGE MEETS FRIDAY pared for the meeting of the Parent- Teacher club to be held tomorrow evening at 8 o’clock at the State Teachers college. “The Aims and Purposes of the Training School in a Teachers College” is the subject of a talk to be given by President M. W, Deputy, and “A Study in the Measurement of Results Accomplish- ed in Training Schools” will be given by Miss Telulah Robinson. A musi- cal program.will also be given and refreshments will be served. All those who are interested in the col- lege, as well as members of the club, are urged to be present. CHARGES FARM BUREAU HAS BEEN OFFERED HUGE BRIBE (By United Press) Washington, April 6—Sensational charges that the Alabama Farm Bu- reau Federation has been offered a virtual price of $2,500,000 if it would seek 'to obtain from the government the leasing of the . Muscle Shoals nitrate plant No. 2, and thus defeat efforts of Henry Ford to lease the entire project, were made in docu- gublic today by the Amer- ican Farm Bureau Federation. STATESMEN ARE ARRIVING FOR GENOA CONFERENCE (Continuea From Page 1) first time since the war, late enemy statesmen are sitting on an equal footing in an international meeting. Belsheviks are here, the recognized representatives of Russia. These and the allied statesmen, as well as those from countries born of tne conflict, make up the delegates concerned over the welfare of Europe and Asia. The United States will be absent, but for the following reasons the United States cannot remain disinterested in the Genoa conclave. The accomplishments of the avow- ed object would open trade channels to America. This alone will make it possible for Europe to pay its debts to the United States. Establishing of a basis of foreign exchange will make possible Ameri- can expyrt trade. It will have an im- mediate effect on the unemployment situation in the United States. order and balance its budget. This will give the United States an accurate indication of each country’s standing. THE PIONEER WANT ADS BRING RESULTS e e T A P S HERE’S A BUSINESS FOR BEMIDJI GOOD FOR An Insurance a_farmer in sota, others all over the U n in South Carolina, ‘money-ma business. Maid Bake Shops gave them thei opportunity, Today they and many others own their own prosperous I2lectrik-Maid Bake Shops, without having known a_ thing about the bakery business before. You have the same chance right here, ‘business: no charg your profits in the veryone who eats is a custome: Business good all year round. We supply all” cquipment and - informa- “tion. Write or Wire Today for full partciulars. Act now to ob- taln exclusive rights in Bemidjl. ELECTRIK-MAID BAKE SHOPS 321 Cedar St, St. Paul; Minn. %ADE YOU WINCE! worked muscles, neuralgia, back- .aches, stiff joints and for sprains and | “strains, 18 penelrates without rubbing. .. The very first time you use Sloan’s Liniment you will wonder why you never used it before, The comforting warinth and quick relief from pain will delightfully: surprise ‘you.; *Keep Sloan’s handy and-at the first sign of -an ache or pain, use it. At all'druggists—35c, 70¢, $1.40, Sloan’ Liniment | Distguring facial tions are Dttt e, o intment. Good for pimply faces, eczema, acne, itching skin, and i Szt sooe, loiiog skin, e o Farmity Romedios: . 315 Minn. Ave. Phone 172-W.§| Any druggist. son'’s Ointment DrHob Eczema A splendid program has been pre-|* Each nation is to put its books in | 7 = /.5 DD MOL GEY “THAY BEMIDJI TOWNSHIP Mrs. G. E. Malone of Lake Plan- taganet visited with her daughter, Mrs. Revoir in Bemidji last week. On Tuesday afternoon Miss Ethel Boyer visited Miss Myrle Methoven at’ the Lewis home. OmeanOMM2C 75 e e B al B Che Curtis fHntel 10eh STREET AT FOURTH AVENUE MINNEAPOLIS The Northwest’s Largest and Most Beaatifal Hostelry All' Rooms are Qutside and Each Room has Private Bath { TARIFF: Robms (Private Baths) Single at $2.00~Double $3.00 Rooms (Private Baths) Single at $2.50—Double $3.50 pms (Private: Baths) Single at $3 00—Double $4.00 Others from $4.00 to $15.00 e AT I fl-AYS'_SAlE BIG CLOSING OUT SALE THE BAZAAR STOR 3 ONLY AFEWDAYSLEFT TO BUY BEFORE EASTER! Several of the farmeis are discing|on Monday, April 10th. All pupils|at Carr Lake Saturday, Several busi- ing i i idji ke. Mrs. the roads, as traveling in the frost-|of six years or over may enter. ness men from Bemidji spol ; freed fiel‘ds has become rather sticky| Mrs.” E. R. Getchell is ill at St.{A. E. Rako was hostess. to say the- least. Anthony’s hospital. The Alfred Moen house on the School is closed this week at Carr[state road is now qccupxed by the Lake for spring vacation. Swanberg family. Jim Colwe{l, who The Bemidji Township Farmers’ vucqted it, has gone south with his club had its usual large attendance |family. Mrs. F. M. Freeze has been confin- ed to her home for the past six weeks with asthmetic bronchitis. HARDY TREES FOR NORTHERN PLANTERS Beautify Your Home With Trees and Shrubs Smiall Fruits a Specialty HOWARD LAKE AND VICTOR NURSERIES W. H. EDDY, Proprietor Howard Lake, Minnesota I. E. Leighton, l_\.goent Office Over Sccurity State Bank. WA 747 BEMIDJI, MINN. ma~<3ImL 2IMOOR SRR RS R O Made From Langdon’s Sanitary Ice Cream POLAR PIE The Popular Ice Cream Bar. - ASK FOR IT LANGDON MANUFACTURING .CO. ENTIRE STOCK OF NEWEST AND CLEVEREST STYLES IN ‘ WOMEN’S . NEW SPRING COATS SUITS, SKIRTS, efc. -Sale Prices on Dry Goods And Every Article in the Store at the : BAZAAR STORE TO CLEAR OUT ALL READY -TO-WEAR GARMENTS.: DON'T DELAY! PICK OUT YOUR NEW EASTER GARMENT EARLY! Bemidii Minn,