The Bismarck Tribune Newspaper, December 30, 1916, Page 1

The Weather Fair and Warmer. THIRTY-SIXTH YEAR, NO. 310 Bh SPEAERSHP SCALES TIPPING FOR AL A WOD Bowman Out of the Race and Turns Support to the Ward County Man CAUCUS PROBABLY BE HELD THIS EVENING Wiley Boom, Launched Last Night Seems To Have Lost Its Noise PRATER SLATED. Prater, county treasurer, assistart sectetary of the senate four years ago, is slated for sec- retary of this session. He acted under Lieutenant Governor Kraa- bel and enjoys that gentleman's confidence, Mr. Prater has had considerable experience in legis- lative matters and is being urged to accept. if Mr. Prater accepts the position, ‘Richard Penwarden, county treasurer-elect, will take charge of the treasurer's office. With the announcement made early this afternoon by Representative E. A. Bowman of the Twenty-fourth dis- trict that “everything looks favorable to Wood,” and that he had turned his support and influence to the Ward county man, it was a foregone con- clusion that Howard R. Wood of Deer- ing would be speaker of the house. “I was never in the race, but some of my friends were boosting for me,” statel Bowman, when seen in his room in the McKenzie. “I don’t care for the position and would rather be on the floor. (I wish to state that I am not in the race and have turned my support and influence to Mr. Wood.” Wiley Boom Loses Noise. The Wiley boom has lost its) noise. It was exploded late last night by friends of the representative from Morton county. Active in the support of the league organization and inas- much as he has served years in the house, his friends wished that he should: receive the preference, but prominent ‘league chieftains made the axsertions that there “is nothing in Wiley’s candidacy,” ahd: that it is “practically assured. that the: «fen bers are behind Wood.” ‘Introduce Weod as. Speaker. So confident were some of ' the league men that Wood would be en- dorsed as speaker at the caucus to} be held late today or this evening that the: representative from ‘Deering was ititroduced’ to-several of the in- coming members ‘as’ “Representative Wood, our speaker.” Wood, Wiley: and Eowman are all league members. M Waiting’ ‘For a Majority. The caucus'‘of the members of the lower house,’ which will elect ‘the speaker, awaits the arrival of enough members to have a large majority. About 60 or 70 had reached the city up to the noon hour. With the Barnes county delegation and others expect- ed in this afternoon, it was stated that it might be possible to have the caucus late this afternoon or early this evening, when the employment committee will be named to confer with the speaker regarding the dis- tribution of patronage. This commit- tee, as in the past, will be made up of one member from each judicial dis- trict, of a working organization of 12. ve AS F. B. Wood of Fargo, vice president of the Non-partisan league, and father of Howard R. ‘Wood, arrived in the city early this morning and when seen in the lobby of the McKenzie this afternoon, gave out the state- ment which led one to infer that his assistance in boosting his son’s can- didacy for the speakership was not needed. Edwin Wood, a prominent Jeague worker, son of F. B. Wood and brother of the candidate boosted for speaker, is also im the city. Senate Control! in Doubt. A quiet little caucus heid last night in which hold-over members and sen- ators elected last November against the opposition of the league partici- pated leaves the control of the senate very much in doubt. But for the prob- ability of a constitution convention, it is Nkely that little opposition to league domination would have devei- oped in the senate. As it is, with the prospect of a constitutional conven- tion being constituted by members of the . Fifteenth legislative assembly there is a disposition among such members of the upper house whose hands are not tied to find out what there is doing and what part they are to have in the doing of it. The practical certainty of a consti- tutional convention has placed an en- tirely new light on many propositions. There is a tendency in various quar- ters not to stay put in view of the probable revision of the constitution anda revamping of the basis upon which all legislation, property rights, rules of state government and admin- istration are builded. BATISH DESTROYER HEAD OFF ATTAGK New York, Dec. 30.—Narrow escape of the British steamer, Chicago City, from the attack of a German sub- marine was reported when the vessel arrived today. The vessel was fired upon by the submarine when 120 miles off Fastnot. The Chicago City. put on full speed and escaped, after the submersible ducked, because a British destroyer was headed toward the scene. Years Events Disappointing Says Expert Review of Major Moves of Great War Duritig the Year That Is Drawing to Close HOW RUSSIANS OVERTHREW UNPOPULAR MINISTEY| Germany Follows Up Failure About Verdun With Bril- liant Rumanian Drive By J. W..T. MASON. (Written for the United Press) New York, Dec. 30.—Events of the past year have been disappointing to all of the principal European belliger- ents. The greatest victory of the year has not been won on any of the battlefields, but has occurred on the floor of the Russian dui For the first time in the history of the Slav empire, the Russian people were able, toward the close of the present year, to act in concert, and to overthrow Premier Sturmer, a well- known bureaucrat and reactionary. The duma forced a change in the czar’s government by a defiance of the beaucratic regime that will be- come one of the great landmarks of the Russian nation’s march toward democracy. Gompared with the inde- cisive conficls:0p eastern and west- ern fronts, the victory of the duma stands out as the most positive and resultful accomplishment of the year. The entrance of Rumania into the war has provided the, most dramatic spectacle of the twelve months’ con- flict. There is every reason to be- lieve that the western allies did not want the Bukarest government to break its neutrality. The chance of a successful German campaign such as followed the belligerent action of the Rumanians, was well realized in Lon- don and Paris. But, imperialist de- sires turned the heads of the Ruman- ian militarists at a most inopportune time for their.own ambitidns, They plunged into the war after Russia ex- pended most.of her reserve ammuni- tion in conquering Bukovina, and was consequently unable to be of large as- sistance to the Rumanian army. Acted Too Quickly. |. Furthermore, .the ‘Rumanians , out- ran .maiiltary discretion by plunging too ‘quickly’ inte“ Transylvania aud: by| leaving their rear, in Doprudja, in-| ity for. theuse of high strategy. was thos presented to the German gener- al staff, and in the trial of military genius ‘that followed, the German commanders wholly outclassed their FHT 10 AFLP (United Press) New York, Dec. 30.—Twelye United States aviators today started an en- durance flight to Philadelphia. They left Long Island at 9:58 a. m. and passed Lower New York 15 minutes later. They were flying by direction of the United States army aviation de- partment. They flew high and at a great speed. The flyers were wrapped in furs and their heads were protect- ed by huge block hats. They plan re- turning from Philadelphia tomorrow, starting at 10 a. m. All the machines used were of’ the Curtis military type. ENGINE TROUBLE, (United Press) Hemstadt, L. L, Dec. 30.—Two of the military aviators flying from New York to Philadelphia were forced to descend here today on account of en- gine trouble. They promised to start again when repairs were made. This absence left only ten machines in the race. : SPENDING WEEK HERE, Dr. S. A. Danford’ is spending Christmas week in Bismarck resting up from his evangelistic campaign in Ohio. Mrs. Danford is in Portland, Ore., where she is taking a course in chiropractic in the Pacific college. THE BISMARC WILLA CAPTURES TREAR GUARD. SATILLO: HEADS | ACTIONS: ON FOR MONTEREY! BALA FRONT jyrgTon Bandits Are Carrying on Their: Russians and Rumanians . With- March Several Thousands of Dollars of Bullion darwing Slowly Along Whole Line ‘in Wallachia AMERICAN REFUGES FLEE | GREAT PROGRESS SHOWN BEFORE REVOLUTIONISTS Carranza Garrisons Reported To Have Joined the Rebels in New Campeign (United Press.) El Paso, Dec. 30.—Information tend- ing to confirm the reported capture of Saltillo was in the hands of United States authorities. today... Upon the approach of bandit,forces, small gar- risons throughout the vicinity of Sal- tillo surrendered and joined the Vil- listas, according to information that Federal authorities had here today. It was reported that a division of Vil- listas are marching toward Monterey, carrying several thousand dollars worth of bullion. x The Americans who fled before the Villista advance on Torreon have reached San Luis Potosi and have started for the border. Military Shakeup. Another shakeup in the commanders of the Carranza regime, following re- cent. Villista activity was reported officially today. Under orders of Gen- eral Murgia, Carranzistas today began the erection of a trench system near Juarez. General Murgia would make no comment other than to say that this-action is necessary. CAN'T SUBSTANTIATE RUMORS, (Associated Press.) Washington, Dec. 30.—Major Gen- eral Funston, commanding the Amer- ican forces on the Mexican border, advised the War Department today he had been unable to substantiate rumors that Felix Diaz's filibustering party had crossed into Mexico from the United States. NEW MEXICO POLGY SUGGESTED sufficlertiy ‘protected. Aq “opportun-| AT ONTRENGE (Associated Press) Washington, Dec. 30.—Counsellor Polk, of the state department, and Charles A. Douglas, local attorney for the Carranza government, conferred today over the Mexican situation. Mr. Douglas declined to comment and in- formation concerning the conference was withheld by department officials. It is understood, however, that the suggestion was presented that there be a voluntary withdrawal of Ameri- can troops in Mexico without await- ing any agreement in this regard with the American-Mexican joint commis- sion. Mr. Douglas believes the only solu- tion of the problem is to be found by the government withdrawing upon its own responsibility the Pershing forc- es and agreeing to a further discus- sion of the other Mexican difficulties with the other commissioners. MAY ORDER PERSHING'S FORCES ACROSS BORDER. (United Press) Washington, Dec. 30.—An entirely new policy toward Mexico has been completed and is being considered by the administration today, it is report- ed here. One of the terms of the new agree- ment, it is considered, is the ordering of General Pershing’s forces acrosa the border, The Mexican-American commission is reopening ‘negotiations for the protection of American life and property in Mexico and, perhaps, financial assistance, to Carranza. The Carranzista minister here will bo re- cognized, the report says. TAKE BODY HOME. (United Press.) Laredo, Texas, Dec. 30.—Provisions were made today for taking the body of E. O. Sullivan of the New Hamp- shire militia back to his home to- morrow. Sullivan was accidentally shot through the heart on the bor- der. Third Set of Twins To Live in Governor’s Mansion; A Charming Family Circle Much has been said and written about the new governor, Lynn J. Fra zier, but littte about the first lady of the state, who yesterday t-uk up her residence at the Executive man- sion in Fourth street and Avenue B, to reside there for the next two years. Unlike her distinguished husband, who is tall and dark, she is smail, with fair hair and complexion. De- spite the fact that she is the mother of four lovely children, the blush of youth still glows in her cheeks. Charming Family. When a representative of the Trib- une called Mrs. Frazier over the *phone yesterday at the McKenzie ho- tel and asked for an interview, she was graciously granted the permis sion and later called at the Executive mansion, where she was given a most cordial welcome by Governor and Mrs. Frazier. There she found a charming family group, the Governor, Mrs. Frazier, the twin daughters, Unie and Versie, and the two sons, Vernon, aged 10 years, and Willis, the youngest, aged 7 years. Four fin- er children could not be found in North Dakota. The twins, their first bornfi are 12 years old and are almost as large as their mother. They are cordial and pleasant with a frankness of manner which is most pleasing. In Hoople they appeared in manv of the home : talent entertainments with marked success, taking many of the leading parts. The boys are fait rep- resentatives of the state of North Da- kota. They are sturdy lit‘le fellows, resembling their father ir many re- spects. They move and act with ccn- siderable freedow, which is character- istic of their young lives spent in the open. Both Mr. and Mrs. Frazier are Scotch. Mrs. Frazier’s father was English, but her mother was High- land Scotch. She was bern in the BY GENERAL MACKENSEN Operations in Franco-Belgian Zone Confined to Minor Movements (Assoclated Press.) London, Dec. 30.—The Russians and Roumanians are fighting a heavy rear guard action as thev retire toward the line of the Sereth in northeast Wal- lJachia and southern Moldavia. Today's German army headquarters report shows progress for Field Mar- shal Von Mackensen’s army along the entire front between the Roumanian- Carpathians and the Danube, despite the strong resistance it is encounter- ing. At the same time, the attack on the Moldavian frontier. is developing and the Russo-Roume.xian position carried and passed ‘oyer by the in- vaders. Repeated counter attacks are not serving to stop them. In this fighting, the Teutonic, forces took 660 prisoners. and seven machine, guns. Line of Advance. The Teutonic line of advance on-the Wallachian plain now lies well to the north of Rimnik-Sarat, onthe rail- road from Buzeu to Fokshani, while on the right flank is‘a still near ap- proach to Braila, the grain center of the Danube, which is one of the main objectives of Von Mackensen in the present stage of the strugsle. Operations on the Franco-Belgian front have been confined to minor movements except in the Verdun re- gion, where Berlin! announces the 're- . pulse of several attacks ;made by the French on the position of Dead Man’s Hill, of which :the Germans recently reported the capture. , CAPTURE PRISONERS. - (United Press.) Vienna, Dec. 30.—The capture of 300 prisoners, six cannon,-agd twenty-six machine ‘guns, in’ the fighting Thurs- day in the Wallachia sector, and the mountains west of Fos¢hth.«'was (re- ported in ‘today’s offictedatavontont, Amsterdam, Dec. 30y-Kaiser \Wil- helm has sent a message’to Governor General Von Bissing, of Belgium, who is seriously ill, according to dis- patches here today. In the message, the Kaiser expressed satisfaction with Von Bissing’s work in Belgium, con- gratulating him on his far-sighted leadership and in keeping order and quiet in the little nation. At Verdun, there. was calm, while in .the Champagne dispersement of German attempts to break: through French lines were reported in today's official statement. CONTINUE ATTACKS, (Associated Press.) Petrograd, Dec. 30.—Strong Teu- tonic forces assisted by, heavy and light artillery yesterday continued their attacks on the Russo-Rouman- ian position o nthe battle front north- east of Rimnik-Sarat, in central Rou- mania, gays the official statement issued today by the Russian war office: The invaders captured the vil- lage of Bordestchi on the river Rimnik and pressed back the Russian detach- ment near Zalesi. KAISER SENDS MESSAGE, (Associated Press.) London, Dec. 30.—General, Baron Van Bissing, governor-general of Bel- gium, who is lying seriously ill ‘with pneumonia at Brussels, says the x- change ‘Telegraph company’s Amster- dam correspondent has received a sympathetic message from Emperor William. GERMANS ADVANCE ON RUMANIAN FRONT (United Press) Berlin, Dec. 30.—German__ troops have advanced along the entire front in Rumania, especially in tHe Walla- ee sector, today’s official statement sald. MINOR ENGAGEMENTS REPORTED ON STRUMA Berlin, Dec. 30.—Only minor en- gagements on the Struma plain, in the Macedonia fighting, were report- ot in the official statement issued to- jay. NEW OIL PRESIDENT ‘AS STORE CLERK sna - ial {A.C.BEDFOR-D Bedford started as a dry goods cletk in 1881. He just became president of the Standard Oil, succeeding the late John D. Archbold. Bedford as vice president and treasurer before his (Continued on Page Four), promotion. He is 52, SATURDAY, DEC. 30, 1916. EXPLAINS CHIEF POINTS IN NOTE State Department Surprised That Objects of Communications Are Misunderstood ENTENTE FEARS ACTION WOULD NOT BE BINDING Alarm Here: That Continiiition of War Will Be Intolerable To Neutrals SECOND NOTE. (Associated Press) Berlin, Dec. 30.—It has. been learned that a few days ago Pree- ident Wilson sent a second note, explanatory of the first, to the Central powers’ and the Entente ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON SURPRISED OVER MISCONSTRUCTION PLACED UPON WILSON'S PEACE COMMUNICATION Ready for Peace but Undefeated, That Is Position of Germany. as Prospects for Another Year of War Looms Up TRANSITIONS HAVE BEEN GOING ON IN EMPIRE TRIBUNE [ectaie] mm ALLIES TO OFFER. PEACE TERMS IN THEIR REPLY Public Opinion in England Favorg Leaving Door To Future Conference Wide Open Democracy Making Inroads as NOTE TO BE ISSUED Indicated by Tone of Teu- tonic Press —_ By CARL W. ACKERMAN. (United Press.) Berlin, Dec. 30.—Germany is as ready for peace as she is for contin- ued war. Her record ‘of 1916 justi- fies either. She begins the: year 1917 with her lines on the western front unbroken, after England’s and France’s supreme efforts and this de- spite the fact that her armies have swept victorious over three-fourths of Rumania. Foremost of the year’s events in nations. This note has not been , Germany was the proffer of peace by presnted. the imperial chancellor, von ethmann- The reason for withholding the | Hollweg. German public opinion ap- second note is said to be that the | Plauds that sentiment which urged German reply received in the in- this magnanimous tender. The chan- terum showed that the German government had not been influenc.- ed by the “misconception regard- ing the purpose and aims of Pres- ident Wilson’s step, which an un- friendly press in both camps at- tributed thereto.” ¢ Washington, Dec. 30.—The Ameri- can government, it became known authoritatively today, believes there are three principal points in its note to the belligerents and is surprised that they are not more clearly under- cellor's speech in the reichstag and hig note to Germany’s enemies aptly summarized the view of the German people. For Allies to Decide. In the German view, it is now en- tirely a matter for the Allies to de- cide—whether they desire to make. Peace or continue fighting. Germany wants peace—but her united public opinion, her uncrushed army and na- vy, are ready, to fight on. As a matter of fact, Germany to- day is passing through a transition period in her internal affairs. (Be- stood, particularly by the .Entente press, ~Main Points. These points, taken in the order of their importance from the administra- tion's viewpoint, are: The fear that the position .of neu-. tral nations be “rendered altogether: intolerable” if the war continues. The suggestion that arrangements be made as a guarantee against sim-. ilar conflicts in the future. The proposal that means be found for preparing the concrete peace terms of both sides. Arouses Comment. The first point has aroused most comment as was first emphasized by Secretary Lansing’s statements, after- wards modified by a statement that the United States might be drawing nearer entrance into the war. The administration, however, thought that the suggestion for an agreement to preserve peace in the future, would attract more attention among the Entente allies than it ap- parently has, and furnish means through which these nations could en- ter with perfect propriety into a ser: ious peace discussion. No Ground for Fear. If such an agreement could be ar- ranged, the administration feels there would be no ground for fear than an agreement over terms made between the belligerents would not be kept af- ter the war ends. It pointed out to- day that such a fear has been one of the main objections of the Entente al- lies to entering into peace discussion. ANSWER READY TONIGHT. Paris, Dec. 30.—The Allies’ answer to the German note of December 12 will be handed to Ambassador Sharpe tonight, says the Petit Parisien, and will be published tomorrow. It is long and sets forth again the responsibility of the Central empires | for the European conflagration. It in- sists on legitimate reparation and res-; titutions demanded by the Entente as outlined by Premier Lloyd George and also that Germany, by failing to formu- | late proposals for peace, removes in advance any basis for pours parlers. The note seeks to suggest that the Berlin cabinet, having proclaimed in 1914, its contempt for treaties, can- not pretend to obtain the same condi- tion as powers respectful of signa- tures, and must offer guarantees. (Continued on page 4.) NEW KING ~CROWKED (United Press) « Budapest, Dec. 30.—Ceremonies of the royalty overshadowed the sorrows of war today. The ceremonies came with the formal inauguration of Carl as emperor of Austria-Hungaria to- day, at the Church of St. Mathews. Carl is the youthful successor of the aged Franz Josef. During the inaugur- ation, the emperor was forced to wear the crown of St. Stephens, weighing five pounds. All members of the court were present as the peculiar medieval ceremony was held. Mount- ed on a white horse, the new emperor rode to the inaugural with sword drawn, turned to the four directions alternately and swore in time honored words to defend the boundaries. of Austria-Hungary. (United Press) Berlin, Dec. 30.—The coronation ceremonies at Budapest today aré on the eve of a crisis in the Hungarian cabinet. Count Tisza, chosen to place the crown on the head of the new Austrian monarch, Carl, is due for a downfall, following a month’s opposi- tion to him, lead by Count Apponi. Dispatches from Budapest today said that while the friction is grow- ing that it did not darken the festivi- ties connected with the coronation to- day. The new Emperor Carl is in- tensely popular there, it is said. Am- bassador Penfield represented the United States at the coronation cere- monies today. HOLD PENSION LAW SOUND. Lisbon, N. D., Dec. 3.—Judge Frank P. Allen of the Fourth district bench has ruled here that the law creating teachers’ pensions and a re- tirement fund is a sound, hole-proof constitutional statute. \Toll of European War In Men and Money Shows _Awfal Scourge of Struggle COST OF THE WA R TO END OF 1916. Italy $1,900,000,000 Turk 550,000,000 Bulgari 50,000,000 Kumania | 50, 150,000,000 Other countri CASUALITIES OF THE WAR TO END OF 1916 Great Britain . $15,500,000,000 Germany 14,900,600,000 Russia. 10,500,000,000 France .. 10,100,000,000 Austro-Hungary . 7,000,000,000 Total ........... $60,725,000,000 Killed Russia .... ~ 1,500,000 Germany 1,000,000 France 950,000 Austro-Hungary . 600,000 Great Britain . 400,000 Turkey . 100,000 Servia F509 Italy - 70,000 Belgium 35,000 Bulgaria 25,000 Rumania .. ++ 50,000 Total ....- Fesees te teeeee eSeeeeee 400,000 1,300,000 100,000 90,000 85,000 90,000 60,000 15,000 200,000 verdes deuet ses see eegee 21,245,000 100,000 400,000 JOINTLY FROM PARIS Break With Germany Over Sub- marine Issue Topic of Dis- cussion at Washington REPLY RESENTFUL (By United Press) Paris, Dec. 30.—The allied note dispatched today resents Germany's attempt to throw on them the responsibility of the war. (United Press.) London, Dec. 30.—Not only. will thé Allies’ answer to the German peace proposals set forth the aims of the nations, but also the note will state the terms upon which England and her allies are willing to negotiate peace. This right-about in sentiment of officials has been caused by the gen- eral public sentiment and expression of the press within the last few days. The public and press have expressed, the idea that the best possible answer to the German note is a concerted statement by the Allies of their aims in waging this war and then a states ment of the basis upon which they, would talk peace. The Allied note is to be issued joint- ly from Paris. », ADVANTAGES. OF. BREAN. * (United Press.) s Washington, Dec. 30.—A break with Germany on the submarine issue will force Germany to present a better working basis for peace, officials to- day thought. The idea that a break must come if peace fails is stirring President Wilson to harder work on his peace plans, these officials said, Don’t Want War. Spain’s action in sharply protesting to Germany against unbridled marine activities is believed to have been inspired by the similar actions of the United States. Spain's action is believed to have impressedGermany that other neutrals beside Spain and the United States are loath to accept Germany’s submarine activities as friendly, “The President is impressed that neither the administration, nor the people of this nation want war,” one official said today. “He has further been told that severence of diplomatic relations means war. The only in- strument to avert that condition is ta bring about peace.” SOUTH AMERICA READY. . (United Press.) Buenos Aires, Dec. 30.—If the United States makes a formal request, nearly all South American nations will join the States in a peace note to belligerent nations. This was the statement of a high official today. Just now it is realized there will be some objection to such a step. News that the Scandinavian nations have joined in the peace note caused speculations. Officials said no action would likely be taken unless all South American nations acted in unison. Some nations were inclined to doubt the advisabile ity of such a step at this time. DUMA ADJOURNED. (United Press.) Petrograd, Dec. 30.—The Russi Duma was today adjourned until Ja uary 25 for the annual Christmas hol idays. The Russian Christmas occurs January 7. DANISH PEACE NOTE. Washington, Dec. 30—The Danish note, similar in most respects to the Norwegian note, on peace, reached the State Department today. SENTENCE OF FE VARS PASSED ON HILL ITE Cashier of First National Bank of Casselton to Follow His Brother to Prison ay (Associated Prese) Sea} Fargo, N. D., Dec. 30.—William Fy Kittel, former cashier of the First Na- tional bank of Casselton, who pleaded guilty November 18 to 41 counts, on indictments charging misappropria- tion of funds and falsification of ac- counts of the bank, was sentenced in federal court here this morning to five years in the federal penitentiary, at Leavenworth. Kittel is a brother of R. C. Kittel, former .president of the Casselton bank, who pleaded guilty to like charg- es on the same day and was sentenc- ed to seven years and six months om November 29.