The Bismarck Tribune Newspaper, October 3, 1936, Page 4

PRECAUTION TO BE BY-WORD FOR LOGAL PROPERTY OWNERS A. P. Lenhart, President of City Commission, Issues Pointed Proclamation BIG CHICAGO FIRE RECALLED National Board of Fire Under- writ Has Planned Inten- sive Safety Campaign Bismarck businessmen next week will join insurance, building material and fire department men throughout the nation in observance of the an- nual Fire Prevention Week, which this year falls Oct. 4 to 10, inclusive. ‘Their messages of warning against fire hazards and recommendations for precaution ae ane the ravages of ‘} le aeaed in a number of advertisements appearing in this edition of the Bis- marck Tribune. ‘Their appeal is not entirely selfish, since it is obvious that not only prop- erty owners but also Mr. Average Citizen can profitably lend ear to their admonitions. A. P. Lenhart, president of the Bis- magck city commission, has issued & proclamation urging every citizen to do at least his or her part toward the worthy objective of fire prevention. Inaugurated in 1911 On Oct. 9, 1911, Fire Prevention Day was inaugurated and first observed throughout the United States. It be- gan when the Fire Marshals’ associa- tion of North America suggested that the 40th anniversary of the great Chicago conflagration be set apert for bringing home to the Amer- ican public the much needed lesson of fire prevention. Accordingly, the president of the National Board of Fire Underwriters sent an appeal to the governors ef the various states. As a result, many governors issued Fire Prevention Day proclamations, thus leading the way for an observ- ance which became established as a national institution. The campaign, led by the National Board of Fire Underwriters that year, as well as the years which followed, embraced the cooperation of a number of na- tional organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce of the United States, the National Fire Protection association, the National Association of Credit Men and state and local bodies throughout the entire nation. Fire marshals, fire chiefs, insurance commissioners, chambers of com- merce, civic organizations, schools, churches—in fact, the public at large, generally, has recognized the value of earning how to protect life and property against fire. What Presidents Say ‘As time went on and the public be- ‘came more conscious of the ravages of fire, a greater knowledge of the means of preventing fire became available, but perhaps the greatest factor in thus getting organized fo fire was the manner in whicn entire nation had joined hands win the World War. Organiza- ‘and action were the watchwords during those days, when every re- source must be conserved to win the’ war, It was fitting then, in 1917, that former President Woodrow Wilson whould declare: “Preventable fire is more than a private misfortune. It is a public dereliction. At a time like this of emergency and of manifest necessity for the conservation of national re- sources, it is more than ever a mat- ter of deep and pressing consequence that every means should be taken to prevent this evil.” Whele Week in 1922 In 1920 the president issued the first regular Fire Preventica Day proclamation, but it was not until 1922 that the whole week containing Fire Prevention Day—Oct. 9—was offi- cially proclaimed by the president of the United States as Fire Prevention ‘Week, to be observed, as former Pres- ident Warren G. Harding put it, “by every man, woman and child, not only during the week designated in this pronouncement but throughout = ite } BISMARCK TRIBUNE. SATURDAY, OCTOB. Bismarck to Join Nation in Observance of * Stamp Out Fire?” { | ‘Stamp Out Fire!’ A. P, LENHART President, Bismarck City Commission “Whereas, the entire nation is tak- ing cognizance of National Fire Pre- vention week in an effort to reduce the annual sacrifice of lives and property to the Demon Fire, and “Whereas, the loss from fire has reached such alarming prcportions that it constitutes one of the most vital problems in any state or na- ional plan for conservation, imper- atively demanding the adoption of ef- fective steps for its control, and “Whereas, this loss can be large- ly prevented by the exercise of Proper care and the extension of fire prevention measures and “Whereas, it is of the utmost im- portance that the attention of our people be drawn to the urgent need for the exercise of care in preventing such fires, “Now, therefore, I, A. P. Lenhart, mayor of Bismarck, in cooperation with the governor of the state and the president cf the Unitea States, do hereby proclaim the week of Octo- tIPORMER MINNESOTA | | GOVERNOR IS DEAD: S. R. Van Sarit Succumbs to Acute Dilation of Heart on Way to Florida Attica, Ind., Oct. 3—()}—8. R. Van Sant, 92, former governor of Minne- sota, died here early Saturday morn- ing from acute dilation of the heart. Van Sant, traveling by automobile to Green Cove, Fia., became ill and stopped at a local hotel. A nurse, Edna Danielson, was accompanying him. Van Sant was governor of Minne- sota from 1901 to 1905, retiring after two terms, and was grand commandet of the G, A. R. in 1900 and 1910. It was said burial will be at Le Clair, Ia. He maintained a constant interest in public affairs and was present at each state convention to head the list of speakers. He attended the 1935 Republican state convention and was selected as a delegate to the na- tional convention at Cleveland, but declined. jLandon Watches Grid Battle at Lawrence Topeka, Kan., Oct, 3.—(?)—A dyed- in-the-wool football fan, Gov. Alf M. Landon was eager Saturday to “root” for Kansas—with Mrs. Landon just as eager to yell for the other side. Their alma maters are clashing on the gridiron. The Republican presidential nom- inee invited Paul Block, the publish- er, for an early luncheon at the exe- cutive mansion before motoring to Lawrence for the game between Washburn College of Topeka and the University of Kansas. Landon, an alumnus of the Unie ber 4 to October 10, inclusive, as Fire Prevention Week and do earnestly urge all Bismarck citizens to coop- erate with the public officials in ; Stamping out fire through correct President, Bismarck City Commission. every hour of every day of the year.” Since that time each presftent in turn has proclaimed the week in Octo- ber which includes Oct. 9—the anni- versary of the great Chicago fire—es Fire Prevention Week, President Roosevelt in his proclamation last year said: “Destructive fires disrupt the orderly course of business pro- ductivity. I particularly urge state and municipal officials, civic and commercial organizations, schoo] au- thorities, the clergy and the press to emphasize the danger of any need- less waste caused by fire.” This yéar Oct. 4 to 10 is Fire Pre- vention Week and the National Board of Fire Underwriters has planned an intensive effort to combat the fire waste, which is increasing again fol- lowing a period of lower losses. Every means at its disposal will be utilized to reach American people with a message describing the danger of fire and how it may be avoided. See Livestock on Roads Prompts Safety Plea Motorists, the highway. Governor Walter Welford Saturday called the attention of the traveling public to the fact that livestock, poul- try, and other barnyard life is pre- valent on North Dakota highways. “This is caused to a large extent by the shortage of feed, resulting in efforts to obtain the growth in the ditches along the roads,” the gover- nor explained. He requested all motorists to co- operate by driving “very carefully” not only in their own protection but also for the protection of animals. “In many cases,” he said, “live- warning—livestock on {stock is the only means of sustenance ; schoo! houses, 35 tons of available to farmers and to carelessly run them down is to deprive them of their means of livelihood.” The Spokane, Wash., wheat region : produces one-ninth of the nation’s wheat crop. Why risk lo sq |Mrs, Sell’s Brother versity, has been known to sit through the most inclement weather for the privilege of watching his Jayhawkers battle. Mrs. Landon was graduated from Washvurn—and that left Peggy Ann, the governor's daughter, swing- ing the balance. She is a student at the university. Relaxation and behind-the-scenes work, speech drafting and campaign planning, were expected to occupy most of Landon’s time before he leaves Oct. 8 on his fourth major ballot drive, a tour of the populous areas of Illinois, Ohio, Michigan and Indiana. Is Burned to Death Mrs, J. P. Sell, 521 Fifth 8t., re- ceived a message Friday that her brother, B. W. Lakin of McCloud, Calif., was burned to death that day while fighting a forest fire. Mr. Lakin, who leaves his widow, was su-| perintendent of a lumber mill at Mc-. Cloud. Mrs. Sell is leaving for Cali- fornia Saturday evening but will not arrive in time to attend the funeral services, which will be held Monday at Oakland. Automobile, Garage Destroyed by Fire Fire caused by a short circuit in the automobile owned by Glen Tol- liver, 1920 Avenue A, early Saturday morning destroyed both the car and the garage in which it was housed before firemen arrived at the scene. Details concerning the value of the destroyed property were not available Saturday morning, although it is known that both the car and the gar- age were totally destroyed. When the volcanic island, Kraka- | toa, blew up in 1883, the rush of air caused by the explosion wrecked houses and trees in Java, 100 miles away. rr be To for Sek » 1 and 15 te from the Wilton mai YOTICE OF AN The Annual M marck Community tion of Directors Association of ‘Tuesday, October Eight’ Directors four to serve a one y four to serve a two yi following named persons have be selected by the Nominating Commit- tee as candidates: HL A, Brandes M,_ Christianson . W. Corwi W. Calnan J. Duemeland W. Guthrie . Kirkwood 8. Moeller E. Perry Fred Peterson . yy Simonson Each contributor to the Community Chest is nsidered a member and is entitled ti BISMARC! (MUNITY CHEST HP dard, Secretary 9/26—10/3 J.S. FEVOLD Investment, Real Estate, Insurance, Bonds Biemareh, H. D. Hopes to Cross Atlantic in Barrel. B Junior C.D.A. Troop Names New Leaders Campagna, ter and Mrs. James one In a big oak barrel, ” only by a square sail on a 10<foot mast, Ernest Biegajski, upper left, proposes to sail the Atlantic ocean to Southampton, The larger photo shows Biegajski atop his strange craft in Buffalo, N. Y., where he planned to stari @ test cruise on Erie to Cleveland prior to the ocean trip. Bundles of cork on sides and stern of the barrel keep it on even keel. Steering gear is on the inside. TRACE MISSING KEY “pecullar lock,” and expressed belief Peculiar Lock Is Only Clue to that he may have used a key that had been missing several months from Fatal Shooting of Kentucky Woman received word that Henry Tatley, Miss Clara Tatley, Mrs. Mabel Koffel and Karl Peterson, who left here Tuesday morning to drive to Hollywood, Calif., arrived there Thursday evening. Mr. Tatley, who is 77 years old, drove al- most the entire distance. Members of the party had been visiting in the Peterson homes: since mid-August, * 4% Mrs. BE. A. Willson, 831 Sixth 8t., and Mrs, F. E. Underhill of Mandan turned in first and second high scores,’ respectively, when the Eight- some bridge club was entertained at @ 1 o'clock luncheon meeting Friday by Mrs. Underhill in the Lewis and Clark hotel. Mrs. John F. Sullivan substituted for one of the regular Players. Mrs. Willson will entertain the club in her home Oct. 16. *% % Mmes. Lawrence Bair and N. N. Hermann received the awards for high ‘and low scores, respectively, in con- tract games at three tables when St. Mary’s missionary group met Thurs- cay evening with Mrs. Thomas H. Tharalson, 214 Avenue C. A brief business session and luncheon fol- lowed the games. ** * Mrs. E. H, Gilbertson of Finley, state aecretary-treasurer of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary society, visited the Brady home. Emergency Drouth Rates Are Extended Extension to November 21 of emer- gency drouth rates on feeds and con- centrates was announced Saturday by the state board of railroad commis- foners. _ ‘These rates, filed for extension by Covington, Ky., Oct. 3—()—A miss- ine key that fittde a “pecullar lock”; the front door, was an angle stu- died Saturday by police as they groped {Northern railroads originally were for clews in the fatal shooting of 30- | Scheduled to expire Oct. 21 while the year-old Frances Brady, who was to| emergency drouth rates on others ex- have been married next week. Pire Dec. 31, the commission stated. Coroner James P, Riffe described | The emergency rates filed for ex- the case as “one of the most baffling | tension apply where the shipper does murders in the police annals of not need drouth certificates to secure Covington.” the reduced rate, commission rates Miss Brady was shot as she entered | ¢XPerts explained. her home early Friday upon ret =a om ® “shower.” were her American-owned Pago Pago, Samoa, Troma cert | water is considered the most valuable har- sisters, Margaret and Ella. Police quoted Margaret as saying | Pf in the South Pacific. Sacramento, Calif, which had s se ep patianed unlocking the front, loor and gave the key to Frances, who succeeded. Entering first, Frances De ctires vamereer bine switched on @ light, ahe uttered 8 1 999 990, q cry, Margaret said, then a. shot was i! fired and Frances staggered back- ward off the front porch onto the lawn. She died en route to a hospital. The sisters said they saw only a glimpse of a person as he fled through the rear of the house. Alfred Schild, assistant police chief, “Everything went up in Smoke” A Fire Insurance Get Your Furnace Repaired Now We will be only too glad to give your heating plant a thorough check-up at once. Don’t wait for the Fire Demon to warn you. Repairs will pay for themselves through fuel economy. And a safe furnace is the best fire insurance obtainable. French & Welch Hardware 306 Main Phone 141 Would Have Covered the Loss. Insure today—the cost is slight compared to the enormous protection. 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