Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, November 24, 1922, Page 1

The Pioneer is the o afls_ l ) 4 within lfl?mflu of n.?.flu an circulation -8 nas - the - largest Northern Minnesota, Harding’s 4 ist. Paul ‘Lawyer Mesting With Close Scrutiny LITTLE IS KNOWN OF BUTLER IN.WASHINGTON @ Inquiries Begun. Today on His Qualifications.. for Post Given by Harding. ! st (By United:Press) . (By ‘Lawrence Martin) Washinglon, Nov. 24—Hregident Harding’s appointment “of Pierce Butler, St, Paul lawyer. to the Unit- cd States Supreme Court is “unse- ceptable. to some. progressives. Whether these senators will active- ly oppose Butler’s confirmation de- pends somewhat on what they learn from inquirjes concerning Butler's qualifications for the post and his slant on economic and other public | questions. Little is known of Butler here be-) vond the fact that he has at various times been counsel for railroads and other public utilities and that he has had much experience in the legal and financial side of public utility work. . : The mere fact that he was counsel for a big northwest road is enough;| to cause some.doubt among progres- sives regarding his appointment. But so little is known of him among the’ senators, that something more must be learned than the mere fact that Butler has represented a railroad.or a street-car company in litigation, or has acted as a member of the pub!ic utility valuation haard. ... Butler’s appointment will be sub- jeet to closer scrutiny than the nom- ination of some better known man would have-been, because those sen- ators who are friendly to organized labor have rbeen.pledged for a-long time to with-hold their approval from any’ appointmeént to the ‘court that appears likely to make it more conservative or less friendly to labqr. Gnmminiily Club Gives Public-Dance Tonight Proceeds to'be Used l»c;-l[ly In Child Welfare Work Being Dgne by Club 7 The public in general is invited to attend the dance to be given this evening at the new armory under the auspices -of the Woman’s Civic ° and Community club. Those who attend are assured -an enjoyable ev- ening and at the same time will be assisting in_ the child welfare work bting carried on by this orggnization in Bemidji. Excellent music has been secured for the dance.’ For those who do not desire to dance there will be card tables provided in the balcony. A number of old- fashioned dances are planned for the benefit of the older people also. The child welfare work being car- ried on by this club is .commendable and deserving of such support as js expected to be given it tonight. This club has made a survey of the local schools with the object of sup- plying milk for those children ‘which show needs of it~ The survey show- ed 96 pupils at the Central school, 55 at the Lincoln, 19 at the Egst and about 25 at the North school .who heed such nourishment. As a result the club. plans to furnish milk each day for these pupils to be purchased fromithe receipts of the dance to- nig| nd other similar entertain- ments later in the season. A por- tion of the receipts will also be used for the loar closet now being foster- ed by#he-club. Thé Vialue of milk for nourishment for children underweight is being nationally proclaimed., Many other cities Have taken up a similar plan through the agency. of some such or- ganization and the drinking of milk is being encouraged. Whether the consumer be infant, invalid, or adult of normal health, milk in some form should be an important part of the daily diet, declares Dr. William R. P. Emerson of the Tuft's Medical School, and other prominent dieti- tians. For the adult a quart of milk a day is a good health insurance- For the infant it is often a life saver. For the child it is an indespensible food. 1or evening. All 'S, Edcaton Woek Program.Is Outlined American . Legion, Education Association and Others .....Request Cq-operation ... Washingten, Nov. . ) News Service) —American Education Week, to be celebrated all over the United State from December 3 to 9, inclusive, is divided into six separ-|:. ate sections, a day devated to each department. Sunday, December 3, is known as “For God and Country Pay,” op which, ministers of all de- Dominations are. urged to preach a sermbn on education, either morning communities. are urged to hold mass meetings. Re- quests for speakers may be made to -the American Legion posts throughout the country, for meetings during this week. Monday is -‘American Citizenship Day,” Tuesday will be devoted. to “Patriotism,” gednesday is “School and Teacher Day,” Thursday is to be given to a consideration of “Iit- eracy,” Friday to Equality of Op- portunity,” and Saturday to “Physic- al Education. The American Legion. The Nat- jonal Education Association, and the United States Bureau of Education, which all three are joining in .the celebration, are asking aid and as- sistancé from the public. = Churches, chambers of commerce, labor organi- zations, women’s organizations, fra- ternal bodies, luncheon clubs, etc., aré asked to'urge the mayor to issue a proclamation setting aside this ‘week as_American Education Week, and asking ' the .people, to . co-oper- ate. Newspapers are requested to give all ‘spa¢e possible to education- al matters, articles, editorials, and news material, and merchants are requested to_ use window displays appropriate for the occasion, and to devote as ‘much space as possible to matters of education in their news- paper advertisements. Citizens ev- erywhere are requested to ask-the | moving picture theatres to flash |slides on the screen, urging the peo- ple to visit the schools. and study educational questions. At all public meetings held that wek it is hoped space can be found for some one to talk a few minutes on the necessity of education. Co-operation with the educational officials and other pat- riotic, civie, and fraternal organif- tions by ‘local American Legion posts is asked, on the ground that the country looks to -the American Le- gion to pave the way to patriotism and education—seryice to the Na- tion, State and community. WALLACE C. HIGBIE OF PUPOSKY PASSES AWAY Wallace C. Higbie of Puposky, who passed away ‘Tuesday, November 21, of apoplexy, at the age of 72 years, was shipped to Grand Meadow, Minn., for burial. Mr. Higbie lived in Pleasant Valley until he \was compel- led to leave the farm on account of ill health, and being too feeble to at- tend. to the farm work. A brother, F. M. Higbie, escorted the remains to their old home for burial. Local arrangemeénts were made under the diregtion of M. E. Ibertson, fuperal director. BETTER FARMING CLUB TO - HOLD MEETING SATURRAY . The Better Farming Club of Grant Valley will meet Saturday afternoon at the home ‘of Mr.-and Mrs. Walter Swenson, a mile west of town. Din- ner will be served at noon and a Thanksgiving program given in the afternoon. A WISGONSIN GONGERN . (By United Press): A Racine, Wis., Nov. 24-<A separate compartment for each family wash- ing, is something new in lapndiy work as announced by a laundry company which recently opened here. -Contrary to -common oppinion, the wash received is not all thrown into one bundle. Each family wash: ing as taken in is placed in a bag and washed in séparate compart- ments: The bag follows the clothes through all processes and serves as an identification mark when the wrapping is done. ) Another feature at the plant is the' installation of a machine by which water is softened by a filteration process through mineral matter free from chemicals. Being free ~from chemicals very little soap is used and the clothes are not badly worn. 24, (Capital HAS NEW.LAUNDRY. PLAN}. o m 2 g E: Z = 2| Q. > - m 3 = 4 (7] 8 < 8 2| 1) Opposition ' and Unrest - Strong; Leaders ‘Are Still Hopeful ONE BRIGHT SPOT IS FEELING FOR PEACE —— N;fiml Finance is One of Greatest Problems Facing .. Irish Republic ( By John O’Brien )’ Dublin, Nav. 24;—Ireland expects to begin about December b her career as an autonomous state, facing a mass of problems and dangers very similar. to those which beset the leaders of the small few nations in south central Europe as an outcome of the great war. There is the same spirit of un- rest and _opposition more or less armed and organized, to the consti- tuted government, dislocation of husiness, personal rivalries and jeal- ousies, lack of experience in the art of government, all complicated and made ‘more difficult of solution by the intercinine warfare which follow- ed the withdrawal of the British gar- risons.. The one bright spot on the polit- ical horizon is the overwhelming de- mand for peace on the part of a vast majority .of the people—peace and resumption of normal trade condi- tions, prevented now only by the ac- tivity of the -bands of “irregulars.” General Mulcahy, commander-in- chief -of the National army, told the United Press, however, that this ac- fivity is merely the last despairing autburst of the irreconcileables, who are now without g central orgyniza- tion or effective- leadership in the field.: ~ With ‘the ratification by the Brit- ish parliament of the Irish Free state constitution, all Ireland comes under te_rule of the Dail Eireann and the Dublin government. This nominal unity is however, transitory, because the North Parliament, sitting at Bel- fast, will undoubtedly exercise with- in the stipulated period of one month its treaty right to “opt out,” reserv- ing a final decision for a later date. “Ulster will join us as soon as we have demonstrated our inability preserve peace in our own territory,” said President Cosgrave to the United Press, and he intimated that assur- ances to that effect had been un- officially received from Sir John Craig,. the Ulster" premier, ad other leaders of the morthern section. The recent boycott of Ulster goods by the merchants of the South prov- ed that this part of Ireland is Ulster’s best customer and econgmic condi- tions are expected to outweigh in the nearl flsture sentimental, peligious or political reasons for Ulster’s isola-, tion, Gravest Problem The immense problem of national (Continued on Page 2) t Disfavors Expression |RED CROSS ROLL CALL\ " REQUESTS MORE MONEY "* little. over $500 - datg in the Annual ihed C M in Bemidji, a new made that every “person wh-,,‘ . 'nof: :been enrolled, do s6 at on¢e. The roll call, which began Monday morning, will terminate Saturday night and it is the desire of those in charge that a sufficient fund be raised to. permit the carry- ing on of the fine work performed by the local chapter during the past year. Every dollar collected as membership dues goes to carry on the work of the Red Cross, the majority of this fund being used locally. All donations above the regular member- ship fee are used locally entirely. Membership stations -are located throughout the downtown district in places convenient for. the ordinary prospective member. It is the hope of those in charge that many more persons will respond tonight and to- morrow so that a goodly fund may be realized. N LOCAL LEGION HOLDS SHORT BUSINESS MEET Although. the attondance was far smaller than was expected, a’ fairly interesting meeting was held by the Ralph Gracie post of the American Legion Thursday = evening in the rooms of the Civic and Commerce association. : ¢ A partial report.on Armistice Day was made, several members of the various committees not being pres- ent. An account of the national convention at New Orleans, written by R. J. Bolen of Aitkin, one of the two delegates from the Sixth Dis- trict elected at the Virginia conven- tion, was read to the post. Due to the small attendance no definite plgns for a membership drive were made, but the officers of the post are to complete such plans within a few days and start the cam- paign soon after Dgcemher 1. Plans for the Legion’s part in the observ- ance of American Education Week will also be madey the officers of the post and the chdlrman of the com- mittee appointed at the last meet- ing. . LACK OF. POWER: CAUSES .- GREAT INGORVENIENGES With, the clectric. power ;shut off about 11 o’clock this forenoon, this issue of the Pioneer has been pre- pared under hardships and readers are asked to overlook any discrep- ancies or shortage of today’s news. The Pioneer plant is perhaps the greatest sufferer through Joss of electric power since every machine in the plant is operated by electricity, the power being shut off until late this afternoon. Montreal, Quebec—The total par value of issued shares, stocks, bonds and other securities of incorporated mining and kindred companies in Ca- nada in 1920 was $616,000,000, which over 32 per cent was owned i the United States. Bertha Farner L i Pleases Large Audience Here Remarkably Well Balancea Program Given by Noted . Soprano and Pianist PERSQONAL APPEARANCE LENDS FURTHER CHARM Next Number. of Lecture Course to be Given by J. A. Burns Jan. 27 Music lovers of Bemidji, who fill- the auditorium to the doors, were charmed by Miss Bertha Farner at the recital given in the Methodist church Thursday evening as the sec- cnd number of the entertainment course being staged under the aus- pices of the State Teachers college. A remarkably well balanced program was given. It is more apparent that Bemidji is becoming a musical city and never before have its citizens had the opportunity of hearing an artist of such merit on a local plat- form. It is indeed a happy combination when the eye and ear can be delight- ed at the same time. Miss Farner’s voice and beauty were enhanced by a magnificent gown of cloth of sil- ver, over which net, elaborately em- broidered in jet and green beads, was draped. In the choice of her program, Miss Farner showed the influence of France, where she spent eight years. She possesses a voice of exquisite quality, has it under her command at all times, and has a keen scnse of artistic interpretation. The last number of the first group of songs, “Le Printempts” by Hand- el, is one of the most difficult vocal compositions, and is always used as a final examination to students at the famous Conservaitoire at Paris. Miss Farner sang it in a delightful manner, showing to advantage the flexibility of her voice. She was most gracious in respond- ing to encores, singing three: “I Love the Moon,” by Ruebens; “Lil Bit o’ Honey”, by Carey Jacobs Bond; ‘and ‘“Annie Liaurie.”) Per- haps the two numbers most appreciat- ed by the autdience were the “Waltz Song” from Romeo and Juliette, and “Little David.” Celius Dougherty, a Minnesota musician, proved a most sympathet- ic accompanist. Not for a minute did he fail to support Miss Farner, and never did the piano sound heavy. In his two piano numbers, he showed excellent technique, and sec- ured a beautiful tone. Not with- standing his youth, he shows a mat- ure understanding of Franck’s works as was ably exemplified by his ren- dition of the Prelude, Chorale, and Fugue. of the pedal, and fastidious in the enunciation of tones. He was en- thusiastically received and responded (Continued on Page 2) \WHEN YOUR AMBITION WhAs 0 60 A 1D THE CITY TO WORR: AND NOW“ AL, D) DN shyClI He was sparing in his use CAL Generally fair tor, G ¥ i ay. Rising tem- rature - Saturday and. in- west= ern portion tonight. PRICE 3¢ RegardfiFo_‘rei‘gn Policy -Views of Clemenceau Talks With Disfavor Annual Farmer Dinner § Given by Association Business Men Not Only Hosts But Number of Them Also Dispense the Grub In connection with the annual meeting of the Beltrami County Farm Bureau association and the gemeral farm conference held in Bemidji Wednesday and Thursday, the Be- midji Civic and Commerce associa- tion served its annual dinner for the farmers at the association rooms Thursday noon. Although road conditions prevent- ed as large an attendance as was expected and hoped for, those who did attend felt that the trip was well worth while, Not only did the association act as host to the farmers at this din- ner, but a number of the business men acted as waiters and served the meal. The menu included roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, cab- bage salad, rolls, apple pie a la mode and coffee. All reported to have done justice to the meal. * The business men who received the farmers and who served the dinner included E. Bartholomae, G. D. Back- us, R. J. Boardman, E. D. Boyce, E. A. Barker, A. W. Aamodt, A. T. Carl- son, Aleck Doran, J. L. Elwell, C. F. Grinager, R. L. Given, W. R. Laliberte, C. A. Huffman, A. Gross- man, Frank Koors, B. M. Gile, J. P. Lahr, D. S. Mitchell, H. Z. Mitchell, H. E. Reynolds, John Richards, C. W. Vanderslius, F. G. Troppman, L. B. Wilson, D. E. Whitman, S. S. Wilson, E. R. Evans, M. W, Deputy and Judge C. W. Stanton. During the dinner, no speaking program was given as the farmers adjourned to the Elko theatre early in the afternoon to completd the program of the annual Farm Bureau meeting. Through the courtesy of the Theatres Incorporated, those in attendance were also guests at the Elko during the afternoon showing of “Desert Gold.” KNUTE AAKHUS PASSES AWAY IN MINNEAPOLIS THURSDAY Knute Aakhus of Frohn -township passed away Thursday at Minneap- olis, the remains arriving in Bemid- ji this morning. Funeral scrvices will be held at the Aardahl church Saturday afternoon at 1 ofclock. In- terment will be made in the Aardahl cemetery under the direction of M. E. Ibertson. Rev. George Larson of Thief River Falls will have charge of the funer- al Services. Mr. Aakhus is survived by two brothers and three sisters. His death is mourned by his host of friends in this vicinity, especially in Frohn township, where he has made his home for a number of years. FARM LOANS POPULAR IN NORTH DAKOTA NOW . (By United Press) Bismacrk, N. D., Nov, 24—During Qctober $1,716,700 applications for loans were received by the farm loan department of the bank of I.\Inrth Dakota. according to the monthly statement. Six hundred applications totalling $2,500,850 were appraised, 212 totaling $579,350 approved and 261 totaling $1,135,200 complete. This brings the total completed for the year from Jan. 1 to Nov. 1 to $4,797,784. to 1,477 individuals. Total applications for the same per- jod amounted to $18,120,720 from 3545 farmers. SIMONS NAMED LEADER OF SENATE DEMOGRATS (By United Press) Washington, Nov. 24—Senate de- mocrats in cascus yesterday named Scnator Simons of North Carolina as théir leader to succeed Senator Oscar Underwood, of Alabama. Although the question of leader- ship was not designated before the caucus, the action taken to put upon Simons‘ shoulders the mantle of leadership for this session at least, strengthens his already strong claims to similar election to the place in the next congress. Senator Underwood, who on elec- tion night announced he would not be a candidate to succeed himeoif leader when his present term e: View of U. S. is That French Policy is Responsible for Plight of Europe BELIEVE FRANCE HOLDS KEY TO TODAY’S PROBLEM Clemenceau Blames As Lot of Lies Senator Hitchcock’s Charges Against Him (By United Press) (By A. L. Bradford) . Washington, Nov. 24—The Amer- ican government regards with dis- tinet disfavor the views being ex- pressed here concerning foreign pol- icies of the United States by Georges Clemenceau, the war premier of France. This was the answer given the United Press by a highly authoritive source in response to an inquiry as to whether there is not a distinct change of America’s foreign rela- tions agreed in the main with the attacks of Senators Borah and Hitch- cock on the noted Frenchman’s state- ment, 1t is the view of this government that the French policy which Clem- enceau defends is largely responsible for the present economic and politi- cal plight of Europe. If France con- tinues to maintain an attitude of un- bending repression against Germany it is feared in Washington that the German reparation question is the root of the trouble in Europe and that France holds the key to this problem. (By John J, Rowlands) Boston, Mass,, Nov. 2&—Georges Clemenceau today blamed as a lot of lies Senator Hitchcock's charges that he is a militarist and ‘that France maintains an. army of blacks in the German territory. “What about Hitchcock’se harges that you are a militarist,” he was asked?. That brought laughter from the Tiger who shuffled across the floor in carpet slippers. .He read. justed’his black satin skulleap on the back of his head and laughed: “Scenator Hitchcock? Oh! He is the man that has only a little while longer to serve in the senate. The people of his state have something to say about him on election day.” Bringing Life fo Gil Fields Once Hopeless Oil Fields are Staging “Come Backs;” May Soon Yield Abundantly By Lawrence M. Benedict Washington, Nov. 24—Some of the country’s old oli fields, which were believed to have been pumped dry. are staging a big “come-back” and may soon be yielding more oil than ever, according to officials of the United States Geological Survey, The Tideoute fields in Warren county, Pa., are an example. A short time ago most operators abandoned operation there. The wells that were being pumped insignificant flows and the general opinion was that further exploration was a waste of money. The field seemed to be dry. Onc operator, however, had a hunch that deeper wells run below the present beds, would tap a fresh store of oil. He drilled a well 770 feet lower than the old levels and brought in a gusher producing 500 barrels a day—a “gold mine”. Shortly after that, a new well yielding 1400 barrels a day was “brought in” in the old Unity Field in Allegheny county, Pa. ! The same thing has happened in scores of old wells in other sections. A striking example is the Electra pool in' northern Texas which for years dnmounted to nothing. but is now one of the most productive fields in the siate. Many pools in east- ern Oklahoma and eastern Kansas have been rejuvenated recently, as one deep sand after another has been discovered, . The Geological Survey says that new drilling in some of the old and apparently barren oil fields is dften a “better bet” than trying in new and unproven sections. However, officials warn that these old fields provide a very amvle graveyard for bank accounts. Before drilling in kgisb s[one ~f them, the geological experis in March, will continue as nominal s hd e party head. v. by 21l means consult a geoio~ PP T —— \ \ \ — \ —a