The Bismarck Tribune Newspaper, June 23, 1919, Page 1

* ry i 4 ([==/THE BIS) “TRI BUNE ==] THIRTY-NINTH YEAR. NO. 142. BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA MONDAY, JUNE 23, 1919. PRICE FIVE CENTS SIXTY KILLED IN MINNESOTA TORNADO GERMANY WILL SIGN IS OFFICIAL REPORT [oy FORGE OF ARMS LEADERS RELUCTANT TO TURN OVER OFFICIALS GUILTY FOR PERPETRATING THE WORLD WAR While Consenting to Sign Document They Desire Certain Modifications—Entente Refuses to Grant Any Concessions—Must Sign All or Reject All. TO SIGN UNCONDITIONALLY Paris, June 23.—The German government at Weimar has formally communicated its willingness to sign the peace terms unconditionally, it was announced at the foreign office this afternoon. Weimar (Sunday), June 22.—It is officially announced that the Germans will sign the peace treaty. The German warships which were not surrendered to the allies and which have been anchored off Kiel, Wilhelmshaven and other points have been sunk by German sailors manning them, according to reports received here. According to reports there were twelve German war vessels besides destroyers which were in German waters, not having been turned over to the entente under the armistice. The day and hour for the formal signing of the treaty is un- certain. The signing possibly may take place Tuesday, but more! likely Wednesday. The Italian delegates at present in Paris have been authorized to sign the treaty on behalf of Italy. This an- nouncement removes one question which if was feared might delay the signing. The German note of acceptance, it is said, is couched in such terms that it maintains the contention that the peace is a “peace | of violence.” WON’T MODIFY TERMS Paris, June 23.—The German note to which the council of four replied today by definitely rejecting any suggestion for altera- tions in the terms for peace said that the Germans considered the terms impossible and impracticable, a ee Asserting that the terms cannot be carried out and that the German government cannot be held responsible for what may occur, the note concludes by saying that the Germans will sign with reservations relative to the turning over ‘of those alleged to be guilty of crime and also with regard to admission by Germany of guilt in the cause of the war. SPAR FOR MORE TIME In reply the council of four said the time for discussion was past and that the delegates must accept the treaty as a whole or reject it. \ = Germany today requested an additional 48 hours within which to make known its decision relative to the signing of the peace treaty without the reservations refused by the entente. The council of three flatly refused the request. The request pleaded that the change in the government and the generally disturbed condition made it difficult to complete the arrangement. SIX GERMANS KILLED London, June 23.—Although reports have’ stated that six Germans were killed and ten wounded when the boats of the Ger- man fleet in Stapekflow were fired upon subsequent to the scut- tling of the German fleet, the Daily Mail says that others may have been drowned and that others may possibly have reached the Orkney islands. The main fleet of the British force was absent, exercising at sea, when the German fleet was sunk, only some drifters small ships and air patrols being on guard at the time. ‘ SUNK SHIPS Paul Reuter, commander of the surrendered German fleet, says he issued an order to sink the fleet, and did so because at the beginning of the war the emperor directed that no German warship should fall into enemy hands. He said he believed from newspaper | reports that the armistice had been ended. ARMISTICE CONCLUDED. Paris, June 23.—An armistice has mach tom tr sate | TOSMALL CROWD ONSTREET HERE It is reported also that an agree- President of Nonpartisan League ment has been reached between the Poles and Rumanians so that neither Delayed by Muddy Roads Until 11 O’Clock will cross the river Dneister. WANT MILITARY DICTATORSHIP. Paris, June 23.—The movement for a military dictatorship in Germany is gaining ground according to advices received by American military auth- orities here quoting the Kruez Zei- tung of Berlin. Die Freheit, the independent social- ist paper, declares the counter social-| ist element is preparing to strike a/ blow against the government. TO LEAVE PARIS WEDNESDAY. Paris, June 23.—Activities noted to- day at the Paris residence of Presi- dent Wilson appear to indicate that preparations are being made for the pjresident’s departure for home. Up to two o'clock this afternoon there had been no announcement but it seemed probable that the president would leave Paris Wednesday barring the unexpected. Traction Chief Is Charged With Theft St. Louis, June 23.—Robert McCul- lough, president of the United Rail- ways Co. of St. Louis, today was charged with burglary in the second degree and larceny in connection with the theft June 15, 1918 of, refer- endum petitions against the street car company’s franchise ordinance, in an information issued by District Attor- ney McDaniel. The circuit attorney announced the case would be taken Before the grand jury tomorrow, President A. C. Townley of the Na- tional Nonpartisan league, delayed by muddy roads between here and Daw- son, reached Bismarck about 11 o'clock Saturday evening in time to say a few words to a crowd of 300 which remained out of an original congregation of perhaps 1,000, drawn through curiosity or interest to the league hotel 41 Main street to hear the league head. As usual, Mr. Townley did not un- dertake to discuss the issues in- volved in the referendum election next Thursday. He told a few stories, referred to himself as a “crook,” a rare bit of humor which always gets a laugh from his receptive audiences, and renounced allegiance to the social- ist party, declaring himself a re- publican, | The meeting opened with an ad- dress from Leo Horst, a league organ- izer, who discussed democracy in gen- eral terms of socialism. Horst was followed by Ray McKaig, state man- ager of the league in Idaho, and form- er master of the North Dakota Grange. McKaig dealt largely with the progress of the league in Idaho and with cooperative and public owner- poe EIGHT STEPS IN U. May f / ony) S. ACTION cs ee sarrenne(o7 4 acs ona TRELEASE GETS TO RATIFY PEACE TREATY TWO YEARS TERM Two-Thirds of Senators Present Must Vote for Pact or It Fails of Acceptance. Any Amendment Made Must Have Approval of Other Na- tions Before It Is Part of Covenant. (By A. E, Geldhof) N. E. A, Wahsington Bureau, 1128- 1134 Munsey Bldg., Washington, D, C. ‘How will the peace treaty be handled by the senate, which must ratify it be- fore the war is officlally ended? I have made a close study of the subject from historical and other sourc- es, Unless the senate kicks over all precedents and exercises its own sweet wil, here is about th ‘ay the biggest job before the new Congress will be disposed of : President Wilson, upon his return home from Europe, probably will deliv- er in person at the capitol a special of- ficial copy of the treaty. Until he sub- nits it officially it cannot be consider- ed, except informally in the speeches of the members, The president probably will make an address to the senate to request the ratification of the treaty and explain some if its featur League of Nations covenant. ‘Then Senator Henry Cabot Lodge: who will be chairman of the commit- tee on foreign relations, will move that the treaty be referred to his commit- fee, The senate w ugree to the mo- tion without dise jon. Then will begin the big task of study- ing the treaty in committee, Whether the conferences of the committee will be open to the public is a question for the committee to decide, but the chanc- es are tht hearings will be open, ADVICE OF EXPERTS WILL BE ASKED, Experts on international law will be called in to give their opinions on phases of the treaty which may seem auestionable. Members of the Ameri- can peace delegation at Paris, also, will be called in to interpret some of the phrases. President Wilson himself may be asked by the committee to explain the League of Nations covenant. If he is called on it is expected that he will ap- pear, ready to answer any questions that may be asked of him, as advices; from Paris make it appear that he is ready and willing to give the Ameri- ean people all the information they desire about the treaty, The committee may adopt any num- ber of amendments to the treaty by a majority vote of its members, but if it does so the amendments must be ap- proved by all the nations which have signed the treaty—including Germany, if she signs it. This would mean a great delay in finally establishing the peace of the world, so if any amend- ments are offered there is certain to be a lot of argument and discussion in the committee conferences. The commit- ship enterprises in Pacific coast states. ‘ Brinton spoke also, tee will be made up of ten republicans (Continued on Page Two.) particularly the} Slaughter Cattle at Equity Plant Set for Wednesday Fargo, June 23.—The first carioaa | of cattle was received at.the = everything is in readiness for the op- ening of the plant next Wednesday, when slaughtering will begin. Belgian Rulers to Visit United States Brussels, June 28,—Before a Wilson left Belgium it was announced today, King Albert and Queen Eliza- beth accepted his invitation to visit the United States, eee You are one who would— drug—just to try it out; |} the national debt amounted to o the United States it amounted t Socialism has been tried o United States. Bolshevism, which is only of ours. i Socialism is a disease. It h common sense. You don’t want— An attack of smallpox—jus' Mr. North Dakota Voter— (R= IN LEAVENWORTH H. I. Trelease of Garrison, a form- er league organizer convicted under two counts of violating the espionage act of June 15, 1918, as a result of statements he is alleged to have made at a league mass meeting at Strawberry lake last July, was sen- tenced by Judge Amidon this morn- ing to serve two years in the federal prison at Leavenworth, The amount of Trelease’s appeal bond was fixed at $2,000, and it is un- derstood that bail in this sum will be furnished pending decision as to the advisability of appealing. In the meantime, Trelease is in the county jail here on a supersedeas bond. IIIa" resets nner meeemersmmcsomnscomstfe VOTE “YES” SEVEN TIMES —|f-- Want an attack of smallpox—just try it out; " | Want to use morphine, cocaine, or any other habit-forming Want socialism—just to try it out. . : Socialism has been tried out in Australia where, in 1914, ver $1555 per family, while in } 0 only $65 per family. ut in New Zealand where, in 1914, the national debt amounted to over $2150 per family, as compared to a national debt of only $65 per family in the a violent attack of socialism, is being tried out in Russia and nearly all European countries today, and some of it has spread to these grand United States those it attacks as does habit-forming drugs. At first it causes excitement, followed by melancholia, then a desire for more, until finally it has those whom it wuold destroy entirely within its power; helpless victims of destroyed manhood—total or effect a cure. It is: A season of good,'sober thought, and i i | | | as much the same effect upon t to try it out; To use habit-forming drugs—just to try them out; Socialism—just to try it out; APPLY THE REMEDY. Then go to the polls on Thursday, June 26, and VOTE “NO” § wrecks. P A : There is only one remedy which will act as a preventative, EV N TIMES MANY BADLY INJURED AND BIG PROPERTY DAMAGE IS REPORTED AT FERGUS FALLS Virtually One-Third of City Is in Ruins—State Troops Search Wreckage for Bodies—Prop- erty Damage Estimated at Six Million Fergus Falls, Minn., June 23.—Between sixty and seventy persons were killed and more than a hundred badly injured by the tornado which struck Fergus Falls late yesterday, and tore a large section of the city, including the business district, to pieces. Thirty-eight bodies have been recovered. More than 500 buildings and dwellings were destroyed. A score or more off persons are missing. . ONE-THIRD IN RUINS Virtually one-third of the city is in ruins, It resembles the lashings around a saw mill. Hospitals are crowded with victims, but officials said this morning they thought Fergus Falls would be able to provide for its sufferers. ‘ State troops began searching the wreckage shortly after day- light. It is believed more than a dozen bodies are buried in the debris which was the Grand hotel. Fifty guests were in this hotel when the storm began. Thirty of them are now dead. ..,. THREE STORMS HIT CITY : Local citizens said they believed that three storms struck the city in quick succession. Several persons corroborated statements that three funnel-like clouds were seen. The first struck the town from the northwest and tore through the Lake Alice district. This smash wrecked the Grand hotel. The second cloud brought driving rain and approached from the southwest. The third swept over the eastern section from the southeast. a , FARMER KILLED ay Dumont, Minn., June 23.—Nichol Didlot, a farmer who lived on the outskirts of this village, was killed last night when a tornado demolished his home, wrecked the public school building, the Lutheran church and a half dozen residences, f _ The storm struck the village shortly before 7 p. m. and raised the eastern part. The tornado came from the southwest and is believed to be the same storm which swept Fergus Falls, 56 miles southeast of here. Crops in this vicinity were badly damaged. ee 160 INJURED Evansville, Minn., June 23.—Forty-seven are known to be dead, 160 are injured and in emergency hospitals, and propert; valued at $6,000,000 is destroyed as a result of the tornado whic swept through Fergus Falls yesterday afternoon. Special relief trains from the Twin Citi i Falls at 6 this morning. Seva eens _ CHILDREN BLOWN INTO LAKE Two Minneapolis traveling salesmen were killed when the Northern Pacific freight and passenger station collapsed. The victims were Harry E. Olson and W. W. Brain. ; , The Otter Tail county courthouse, county jail and sheriff’s residence were destroyed. At One Mile lake, near Fergus Falls, four children of John Kreidler, a f. . and drowned. a farmer, were blown into the lake ASK FOR RELIEF St. Paul, June 23.—The first message from Fergus Falls came to Governor Burnquist this morning from Mayor George W. Frank- burg of the stricken city. He asked for relief, Frankburg said, “Thé loss of life will be large; hundreds of homes and business - blocks are destroyed.” TOWNLEY CASE ON TRIAL AT JACKSON, MINK LAND INUNDATED, Wourtenville, Minn, June 23,—Farm- ers along the Minnesota river bottoma from here to Montevideo worked all last night in water up to their waists to save livxestock and household goods which had been swept away by the Minnescta and Whetstone riv- Latest reports do not change the damage estimate of $500,000. The entire Minnesota river bottom is one huge lake from four to five feet Minn., June 28.--Arthur ¢. deep and a mile to two miles wide, a { president of the National result of the terfific raine of tne past Non-Purtisan League, and Joseph Gil-| 72, hours. Thousands of acres of some cf the most fertile land in the state where small grain and sweet cora were growing are inundated. bert, former organizer of the league, wil go to trial in the district court here this afternoon on indictments re- truned last year by the Jackson county] mya so wyyaTTANNTY grand ju ne ALL RIOTERS IN WINNIPEG The grand jury held that Townley, president of the League, permitted erature to be distributed which ed some of the government's war mitted Gilbert the address at Lakefield, which resulted in the latte ic policies and that he yp to make Minn, r ywhley and Gilbert, in pr minary proceedings, appealed to th tute supreme court to have the ii but y lost argued that the ley did not constitute a sper of: fense und Gilbert's defense was that be did not make utterances charged against him. Gilbert was in Jackson this morn- ing, but Townley did not arrive in the city. He is campaigning in North Dakota, his attorney announced. It was stated he would be here later in the week and his attorney said he would ask Judge Dean to permit the trial to begin without Townley being present. Prosecuting Attorney Nicholas said he would insist upon Townley's being present. AGREE UPON REPEAL OF * DAYLIGHT SAVING LAW Washington, June 23.—House and senate conferees today approved the rider on the agricultural appropria- tion bill approving repeal of the day light saving law next October. Adop- tion of the conference agreement is regardede as certain, that fight.) 2 grand: jury indictment against. Town-|s Winnipeg, Man. June 28.—It was nounced today that hereafter: any charged with resisting the ans of peace or making a demon- jon against them will be taken in- to custody and interned, More than 100 are under arrest charged with riot- ing, and the city is quiet again today. LABOR ENDORSES 44-HOUR WEEK Atlantic City, N. J., June 23.—En- dorsement of the commercial tele- graphers strike was unanimously vot- ed today by the American Federation of labor. The convention also went on record for a forty-four hour labor week generally and directed the ex- ecutive council to work for that end. A resolution adopted on the sub- ject of the wire strike directed the appointment by President Gompers of a committee to go to Washington to confer with Postmaster General Burleson and asked that concessions - recently granted telephone and elec- trical workers be extended to include employees of the telegraph compan- jes under government control. Such extension it was declared: would re sult in the ending of the strike,