The Bismarck Tribune Newspaper, May 29, 1918, Page 4

THE BISMARCK TRIBUNE ‘at the Postoffice, Bismarck, N. D., a Class Matter GEORGE D. MANN - : Soe Editor G. LOGAN PAYNE COMPANY, Special Foreign Representative NEW YORK, Fifth Ave. Bldg.; CHICAGO, Marquette Bldg.; BOSTON, 3 Winter St.; DETROIT, Kresege Bldg.; MINNEAPOLIS, 810 Lumber_ Exchange. MEMBER OF ASSOCIATED PRESS The Associated Press is exclusively entitled to the use for republication of all news credited to it or not other- wise credited in this paper and also the local news pub- lished herein. : 3 All rights of publication of special dispatches herein are also reserved. ine All rights of publication of special dispatches herein Iso reserved. WT MEMBER AUDIT BUREAU OF CIRCULATIO SUBSCRIPTION RATES PAYABLE IN ADVANCE Daily by carrier per year.. : $6. Daily by mail per year... 4 Daily by mail per year (in state) 4 Daily by mail outside of North Dakota.........++++ 6.00 SUBSCRIPTION RATES (In North Dakota) One year by mail... Six months by mail. Three months by mai (Outside of One year ... Six months . Three months year + $6.00 Se forth "S00 Three mont! 1.50 One month vee 50 THR STATE'S OLDEST NEWSPAPER. (Watablished 1873) —— $< <$<$<$__<_$ > WHICH WAR MOTHER GAVE MOST? A mother in California has sent seven’ sons to fight for humanity and justice. Another in Texas saw six of her brave boys march away and some of them are “oyer there” today holding the line until the rest of America’s millions come. Other mothers have given fire and four and three and two sons. They have given all they had or all they could spare. ~ And still other mothers have given their one son for the same high and gloridus purpose: Who shall say that the mother of one has given less than the mother of four or seven? It is difficult for even a mother to weigh such a gift, and it is utterly impossible to a mere man, even though he be father of sons he sent away with tear-dimmed eye and shaking voice. _ Probably, and this is just a man-made guess, the only measure is: Has she given all? ; The mother who gave her only son and the r who, gave her seyen,epch has,made the ssacrifice human heing can make, except- e the sipreme sacrifice of thosé sons who their lives in the ‘trencties’ of. France e|who stay at home and ‘our children may live in honor and safety. . f KEEP SMILING! “s. Keeping up’the corners is a woman’s job. ’ In war: times it is especially her job to keep up the corners of her lips—in a gmile! The eyes are the windows of the soul—the}' lips are tte door-plate of the disposition. ners that turn upward speak the etern- smile-and:a happy [ dowhward whisper Warning, “No admittance. Beware the dog!” Wise young men seeking a wife are the men who give the lips of their lady loves a good hard look—before they kiss, or ask an answer’ to THE question of love. - The time to look at a woman’s lips is when she doesn’t know you are looking. Any woman’s lips will curve upward in a smile when she is con- scious of inspection. The tell-tale corners must be watched when the mouth is in repose and the owner thinks herself unobserved. The years that bring the girl to womanhood have set in the corners of her lips the record of her smiles and gentleness—or of her frowns, pouts, obstinacy and melancholy. .He who runs may read the signs. 3 ‘ , S And now, in war times, lips which always held the sweet upward curve of smiles must guard it carefully, lest the heartache and the sad thoughts that follow absent lovers, sons, brothers and friends, shall erase the beauty and courage our soldiers remember. And those whose fretful thoughts have been recorded in downward curves * must start a new record, and in the beauty of self-forgetfulness and the pride and glory of serv- ice, must “turn the corner” toward smiles. There is one supreme law of beauty and charm every woman should learn by the time she is 16, and remember every day thereafter: All men hate tears and love smiles; there is no beauty in a mouth which does not smile. Mouth corners are like a traffic .policeman’s signal to men who have eyes and use them. Lips that turn ipward signal “Go ahead!” Lips that turn downward signal “Stop!” And lips that lie in a straight line might say “Take a chance, you may be able to turn the corners.” Wise men. look to a woman’s mouth for more than words and kisses. They look for the reflected light of the heart —a smile. “It.is the color which love wears, and cheet- fulness, and joy—these three. It is the light in the window of the face by which the heart sig- nifies to lover, husband, son, brother or friend, that it is at home, and waiting!” é Probably the aircraft program won't be entire- ly satisfactory until Uncle Sam turns it over to the amateur experts and their various societies. Young Kingdon Gould, who started as a pri- vate, is now a lieutenant, showing that it is eas- BISMARCK DAILY TRIBUNE ier for a millionaire,to win than buy a commis- sion jin the. United States army. | __WITH THE EDITORS weccccccccecccecccccccccwececccccoqeees THE FUEL SITUATION A sufficient and continuous supply of fuel is one of the most important things to the people of North Dakota, in some respects the most import- ant of all. In case of necessity we may exist. for a day, or for several days, without food, but no family can go for a single day without fuel in the winter time without serious discomfort, and, in, the coldest weather, without positive danger to life. Most of the western part of the state is within easy distance of the great lignite deposits, in which a few large mines and many small ones have been in more or less regular operation for years. The eastern half of the state has, for vari- ous reasons, been dependent chiefly on the coal shipped in from the east, either by lake to the docks at Duluth or entirely by rail from IIlnois and adjacent territory. This year, because of demand elsewhere, and because of conditions of transportation, orders have been issued prohibitin gthe shipment of rail coal from Illinois and adjacent producing districts north of a line which crosses southern Minne- sota. Heretofore we have used a considerable quantity of Illniois coal. This year we can get none. Consequently, for every ton of Illinois coal which we have ysed in the past we shall need an equal number of heat units in the form of some other fuel. The other fuels which are available are anthracite, certain soft coals from the east, and the lignite from our western counties, Last year, according to the data available at this.time, there was mined in North Dakota something like 800,000 tons of lignite, practically all of which was cqnsumed in-the state. This is roughly from 15 to 20 per cent of the total fuel consumption of the state, not in tons, but in units of equal heating value. Our needs will be as great this year, and our supply has been materi- ally diminished by the cutting off of. the Illinois coal. We must, therefore, burn more of lignite, or more of eastern coal, or more of both. What is the situation with'reference to lig- nite? Geologists tell us that there is in North Dakota some seven billion tons of lignite, and we have no reason t6. stion the accuracy of the estimate. That is t quantity of coal, and there can ‘be no question that this fuel will in time play‘an important part in the industrial life of the state and of the entire northwest. That is a very satisfying fact to contemplate. But for the purpose of keeping the people of the state warm next. winter, which is the problem immedi- ately before us, all but: an infinitessimal fraction where, as a matter of fact, there are reported to be quite rich coal deposits. ‘The question that is of interest to our people just now is not how much lignite there is under- ground in the state, but how much canbe mined, and loaded'on Gre, and hauled to the hundreds of stations, and: distributed to consumers, Jarge and small, and burned effectively in the appliances which are on hand for that purpose. It is a ques- tion of days’ work, and rail miles, and locomotive power, and car supply, and local distribution, and handling at the steam plant, or furnace or stove. It is a question of hard facts and exact, figures, and not of enthusiasm for the development of a local industry which every sane resident of the state wishes to see developed to the highest pos- sible degree. Enthusiasm is a splendid thing, but you can’t heat a house with it. We are told that 800,000;tons of lignite was mined last year. It is assumed that this quantity canvbe increased this year. “How much can it be increased? Estimates vary: from 20 to 50 per cent. Suppose that the output en be doubled. That increase will no more than make up the deficiency ‘caused by the cutting off of the Illi- nois supply. ‘We will still need as great a quan- tity of eastern coal as we used last year. This summary of the situation is made on the basis of information which is more or less vague. We need exact information, The state authorities have it, or can obtain it. They should get it and give it to the public at once, not in the form of guesses and generalities, but speci- fically and in detail. They will be able to go to the fuel administration at Washington with a definite statement of the quantity of eastern coal which we must have this year in order to keep from freezing next winter. The following. are offered as practical sug- gestions: Let us have:a carefully compiled and conser- vative estimate of the quantity of lignite that can be mined and distributed this year, having re- gard not alone to mine capacity, but to rail facili- ties and the ability of individuals to buy and store in advance. Let a survey be made of all the large steam plants, and where it can reasonably be done, let similar orders be issued to them. Let a careful and exact statement of the facts be transmitted to Washington, and let it be pre- pared in such form that the Washington authori- ties will at once be convinced that we are not trying to secure as much as possible of a con- venient and pleasant fuel, but that we are merely presenting an accurate statement of what is actu- ally needed to protect the lives and the health of our people by securing in time a supply of fuel whcih, if not supplied in time cannot be obtained at all.—Grand Forks Herald. of that coal might as well be at the south pole,|¢. over his still heart. this year. and stripes, the heroic dead? Try this new pla: on Memorial Day. star of sacrifice. Send the single and best. STATES IN 19 GRAES VOF FIRST a AMERICAN HEROES TO BE DECORATED ! (By. Newspaper Enterprise ii Association.) Paris, May ‘29.—In a little cem- etery on a peaceful hillside near, the American front are three graves,.each surrounded by 4. Jlit- tle wooden railing with a cross-at || one end. Before them is a tablet bearing this inscription in French: “Here lies the first soldiers of the illustrious Republic of the Unit- ed States who fell on French soil for Justice and Liberty, November 3, 1917.” The crosses bear the identifica- tion discs of Private Hay of Glid- den, Ia., Private Enright of Pitts- ‘burg, Pa, and Private Gresham { of Evansville, Ind. The resting place of these first Americans to give their lives in the fight for democracy has be- come a shrine in the hearts of the French people. It will be the scene tomorrow of a solemn service in honor of the American heroes. American and French soldiers will unite in paying them © profound respect. Salutes will be fired over the graves and they will be buried un- der floral tributes. The ceremony will be only a part of France’s observance of ‘America’s most sol. émn holiday." ° . o Paris, May 29\—Memorial Day has become more han an American na- tional holiday.. ‘Phis year, for the first time in ‘history, it is to be observed by the French people, in honor of the Americans who have fallen in battle or died on French soil. of the day have been made by the French and American military au: thorities. No elaborate ceremontes have been arranged, but the French and Americans, both in Paris and at the front, will unite in paying réspct to America’s dead heroes. It is the first Memorial Day in history when American troops have been under arms in Europe, and-the first time American soldiers have been buried on European soil. This will give the day increased significance te Americans abroad as well as at home. The ceremonies will include decor- ation of-the graves of Pershing’s boys but will not differ to any great extent from similar services which have been-performed by the French ever since the first Yankee was buried in France. For the French have kept. the graves green in the little cemeteries back of the lines, most of them within sound of the cannon. The haye shown even more respect for the American dead than for their own. Their rev- erence has helped to strengthen the bond of sympathy between the two nations, French. officers, bearing emblems \fashioned of artificial flowers, and \thetefpre more enduring than tie customary decorations in American cemeteries, promptly visit the- grave of every. American soldier. American soldiers, too, have formed the habit of visiting the resting places Heap your blossoms before the d Preparatons-for-a joint observance ; WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 1918. Memorial Day, 1918, brings a list of the fresh graves of soldiers to the women of America. But many of the graves are in a far land. A golden star replaces the star of blue on the service flag which honors a man'who has laid down his life for Liberty. But those who mourn can never sufficiently honor the dead, and there :is a ceaseless ache in the hearts of bereaved mothers and wives and sweethearts because the wreath which is due the lost soldier boy, May 30, cannot be put in its rightful place The grief of these women offers all grateful patriots an opportunity to add a new and beautiful significance to the unique military meaning which is attached to “decoration day.” ; What can better convey this meaning than the color and fragrance and freshness of flowers? Therefare, why not let flowers carry their message of comfort and sympathy to the women who mourn for their soldiers—dead n of sending flowers. spray of wild flowers, FRANCE AND GREAT BRITAIN 10 JOIN UNTED OBSERVANCE OF OUR MEMORIAL DAY | nanting violets ‘and Torget:ma-nots on the graves. © The American cemeteries are locat- ed in. peaceful valleys‘or on hillsides overlooking .. vineyards“ and: ‘farms. Row upon row of little wooden crosses each two feet high, merk the mounds, A Square metal marker inscribed. with the name of the unit ard the ‘date f' death of the soldier is on each ‘eross. Just above is tacked the iden- tification disc ‘of platinum,’ the‘ size of a 50-cent pece, cut from''the cord around the dead soldier's neck. Men ‘frem all over the United States lie there side by side. French and American soldiers con- 'stuntly march past and the airplanes o? the allies soar overhead. After the war there is ro doubt that these cem- eteries will become the Mecca for hundreds of American tourists. AMERICANS'IN LUNDON PLAN GREAT MEETING London, May 29—Memorial Day will be generally observed by all the Americans in England tomorrow. of their comrades,:in their spare time @ Make it a duty as well as a valued:privilege to send flowers on Memorial | Day to every home where a service flag carries a golden star. ; | Never mind whether or not you were'a personal friend of the dead. Do not hesitate because you are unacquainted with his relatives. Friend or stranger, you are a debtor to that home which tells its sad story in its golden star! A man from that house has perished—that you may live. can never, never pay your debt. ; . But you can express your gratitude, in all humility and sincerity. Many is the time that the non-combatant, woman or man, has wished for some personal, intimate, yet delicate way to convey his feeling to the relatives of Americans‘ who have fought and who have fallen for the stars a) And you What finer sentiment can you carry“in your heart than appreciation of Do not hide that feeling. -to; some hero’s nearest and’ dearest bove which shines the golden r the gorgeous cluster of hot- house orchids according to your means. But do your share in some way to give to this Decoration Day the new meaning it has earned through the blood of true Americans—the choicest of their generation. It is the least you can do for the family which has given its bravest A large memorial service: will be held in London which wil be attended by all the American soldiers and civ- ilians,;in the eapital. Judge “Henry Neil of Chicago who has been spéaking on America’s war aims ‘for the British “National War Aims committee, will be’the principal’ speaker, ) sb It is likely that. Ambassador Page. and other prominent Americans ‘also: will. be speakers. panty ST. LEO’S SERVICE FLAG. Minot, May 29.—St. Leo's Catholic church will dedicate its large service flag next Sunday morning. The flag bears 55 stars for soldiers and nurses, members of St. Leo’s congregation who have answered the nation’s cali. Gn the flag will appear one gold star in memory of Private Frank’ Mi- dak of Minot, killed in action, and one silver star for Private Raymond Gillette, twice reported wounded. Rev. Father Raith and Rev. Father Viou will officiate The flag will hang in the vestibule of the church. Y "MEMORIAL DAY With: reverence for the dead and respect for the liv- ing, I, A. W. Lucas, presi- dent of the city commission of Bismarck, do most earn- estly urge that every citizen lay aside his business affairs Thursday, May 30, that he may join with the fathers and mothers and friends of our. sons now in the service, and of those who have laid down their lives in this war and in former wars which America has fought in the ‘name of humanity, in a prop- er and sincere observance of Memorial day. The day is one fraught with unusual significance for us this year, and, in har- mony: with ‘President Wil- son’s proclamation, it should be made an occasion for prayer and fasting; for sup- plication for Divine guid- ance, and for consecration | anew -to ‘the holy cause in || which we make war. A. W. LUCAS, President of Bismarck City Commission. \| May 29, 1918. Oe ° _|Red Cross Donations Pass $560,000 Mark Fargo, N. D. May 29.—North Da- kota, claiming the distinction of hav- ing the greatest oversubscription of any state in the Red Cross war fund {prive passed the $560,000 mark today, land Harry C, Wilbur, executive secre- tary, estimated the final figures would be $575,000. The apportionment. of the state was $200,000. NATION IS PAYING SEOCND INSTALLMENT ON LIBERTY LOAN. | Washington, May 28.—Twenty per- cent of subscriptions to the third lib- erty loan were due today, represent- ing the second installment payment. Since $2,500,000,000 of the $4,170,000,- 000° ‘total already has been paid tn, with only 208,000,000 actually due, the secretary officials could forecast re- ceipts. The secretary announced today that | $1,544,650,500 tax certificates maturing June have been sold in the last | Six. months, OFFICER DISMISSE De %7-A sen- “| "Battle Creek, Mich., May, tence. of, dismissal, fram. jhe, service imposed, by 2 court, marfial,at Camp Custer on Lieutenant, John F. Monroe of Milwaukee, has,bagn; approved by President Wilsop, nj Lieutenant Monroe was tried on a manslaughter Charge after Sergeant Zaniuel Gillman; of the 238th field ar- tilery had been accidentally shot and killed on, the pistol range. ‘The ' shooting .occurred six weeks ago. TO DEDICATE NEW HOSPITAL. (Minot, N. D., May 29.—Right Rev. Vincent. Wehrle, bishop of Bismarck, will officiate’ atthwlUddication of the new ’St. Joseph's® it#] in Minot, June 12and ‘48! “Sotié thirty-five vis- iting ‘priests Will assi8®49isHép Wehr- ‘Vle-at the ‘blebing of ‘tht new edifice the first day ofthe servkiés!# On the ‘second ‘day Bishop Wehrle will sing pontificial ‘high mass in the chapel of the hospital. The hospital has been erected by the Sisters of St. Frances and is one of the most up-to-date build- ing of its kind in the northwest. CONTINUES : AIR RAIDS. - London, May’ 29.—(Via Ottawa)— The British are carrying out contin- uous air. rades, by day and night at different, points behind the German lines where there are dense concen- trations of troops.” A German prison- er says that in the recent raid on Douai, 390 soldiers were killed or age was done. wounded and a great amount of dam-.