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The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

the report Of the committee ON Gre
dentials. These matters were accom-.
plished without difficulty. When Mr..
Patterson had finished his speech the
convention. at 1920 p. M, adjourned,
as the committee on resolutions was
not ready to report.
Wen the convention reassembled the
committee was not ready to report and
the convention gave attention to ad-
dresses pertinent to the occasion. One
Of these was by Mrs. Mcdonald
Valesch, a lady delegate from the
District Of Columbia, who reviewed in
a forcible manner the labor troubles
Of Idaho.
Contrary to expectation of some of
the delegates the resolutions aroused
no debate. and with these once adopt
ed the convention found itself rather
suddenly and unexpectedly face to
face with the nomination of candi-.
dates. Mr.. Bryans nomination was
by acclamation and was accomplished
with expedition and tact There We're
half a score Of speecses in Mr.. Bryan's
behalf. All these were brief and
pointed. while full Of praise to the
candidate. The speakers were led off
by Senator Allen of Mr..
Bryans Own State
and ne was followed in quick success
sion by ex-Congressman Jerry SimD-
son of Kansas, "Cyclone" Davis of
Texas. Senator Marion Butler of
North Carolina and one or two others.
Each Mention Of Mr.. Bryan aroused
enthusiasm, and when there was q
call to rise in support Of a PROPOSE
tion to make his nomination unani-
nous, not only did every delegate
rise in his seat, but each rose with Il
shout and a hurrah and with wav-
ing Of hands. The scene was an an
imated one, but it was not prolonged,
and after minote or two of demon,
stration, the delegates sank back into
their seats. Thus was Mr.. Bryan
again formally made q candidate for
the presidency. And thus was his
campaign of 1000 inaugurated. Then
towards the close of the afternoon
session began the real contest of the
convention. This was the fight over
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
Exceptionnlfx Good

equal to those Of most conventions
held In buildings OF more permanent
character There were probably 500
deiegates IA their seats and surround
ing them there was a fringe OF alter
mates and visitors numbering 600 to
ooo. Seats had been provided for a
Mitch larger number, but the attend
ance ana not appear meager, and It
may De tritely remarked that what
was lost ia attendance was compen-
sated Tor IN enthusiasm. From the ar-
rival or the Minnesota delegation.
bearing Bryan and Towne banners.
there were Outbursts of applause nj
every convenient opening and upop
the slightest provocation, United
states Senator's Butler. Allen and
Heitfield received liberal greeting.
while Senator Pettigrew was over.
Wheln.ed by the cordiality OF the vel
come. accorded him. There was also
generous applause when the name OF
Mr.. Bryan was mentioned by the
speakers Of the day. Many
Sentiments Were cheered
to the echo. and this was notably the
case with Gov. Lees reference to the
Beers and the Filipinos 1t should be
stated that Sioux Falls is proving en-
tirely equal to the demand Of enter
tanning the convention. The attend
ance is somewhat smaller than had
been ANTICIPATED by some Of the more
sanguine residents, but there are still
very large number Of visitors here
for small city to entertain. and there
would be confusion but for the ex-
ceptional system which prevails in
taking care of them. T
The convention was called to order
shortly after 2 o'clock by Chairman
Butler of the national committee.
Prayer was offered up by Bishop
O'Gorman. and then the call for the
convention was read by Secretary
Edgerton. Amid applause Senator
Butler then introduced Gov. Lee, who,
on behalf Of the state,
Welcomed the Convention
to South Dakota. Fitting response
was made by Senator Butler. =. M.
Ringdal Of Minnesota was then pre-
sented to the convention by Chairman
Butler as the temporary chairman OF
the convention. Mr.. Ringdal delivered
a short address which aroused con-
siderable enthusiasm Temporary sec
rettrles We're appointed and Chairman
RiEgdal then announced the cou-
mittees. after which adjournment was
taken until $50 in the evening.
The evening session was devoted to
singing and music. The convention ad-
1ourned to 8 o'clock this morning.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
INCREASE IN TwrsE OUTPUT.
Capacity at State Prison Enlarged
so Per Cent.

so Per Cent.
An unprecedented increase In the
proportions Of the twine industry at
the saltwater penitentiary has BEEN
noted during the month just passed.
The statement made by Warden Reeve
to the state auditor gives the earnings
for April and shows larger sum az
hand for the purchase Of mafer1aI
than ever before, over $2O0,0O0 now
being in the so-called revolving fund.
The collections also have been COM
paratively larger than for the cores
bonding period in past years, Whto
the demand for more product breaks
all records. This, however gives but
a slight Indication Of the present mag
nitude of the penitentiary's Industry.
Since the beginning Of April the tWlne
factory has been enlarged just % per
cent. One hundred additional ma
chimes have been put in operation,
each one working ten hours 2 DAY.
While in the past the output amount-
ed to 22.O0O or q, 900 pounds a day, II
has already reached total OF almost
$4,000. and within the. next week,
when the convicts will work Two OF
three hours overtime each day, 4o,OOO
pounds will be turned out each day.
The fund set aside for the purchase OF
material in 1892 was originally $780,
900: to-day ii is over 100000, but its
growth from now on will 4. be, much
more rapid. The demand for tWine
apparently exceeds the supply, and
the farmers all over the state. to
whom it is sold are placing orders
which, will keen the penitentlary
spinning wheels more than busy unIlI
Aug. Il. After that arrangements 11 tor
the ensuing year will be n-ade.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
FOR Lake AND PARK
Redwood Falls Business Men Organ
fxe for Town Improvement

Redwood Falls Business Men Orgnn-
fxe for Town Improvement.
The business men Of Redwood Fans lils'
have long been discussing the question
of acquiring the land along the Red-
wood river from Bridge street TOE
about a mile south for the purpose OF
turning it over to the city for PARK
purposes and the discussion TOOK
shape Monday evening when q COM
mittee was appointed to make the
purchases. The largest tract was
purchased at absolute tax sale Tues
day, and it is believed the owners oD
the remaining tracts will either DO
nate them or sell fol. a very small sum. q,
The object Of the business men is 70
dam the river at a point a few rods
south Of the bridge and back the
water in large natural basin extend
ing south for a mile, which will, when
completed, give Redwood Falls one Of
the prettiest lakes in this section. me
water going over the dam will also
furnish power for large number OF
marufacturinc industries which are
new in contemplation.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
Betting ON aBoBs..,
That He VIII be in Pretoria In Tw
s~5 Months. {s VI

That He VIII be i'm Pretoria In Two
Months. gs# E4
London. May II. - Members OF the
house Of commons were freely betting
in the lobbies last evening that Lord
Roberts would be in Pretoria in two
months. The ministerialists are build
ing confidential hopes upon the COM
prehensiye plans he has communi-
Gated to the war office Predictions
are definitely made he will be in
lieyed his advance guard is already
reconnoitering in the vicinity Of Vent
ers. where the hilly country begins
again. Beyond Kroonstad is an in
tricate and difficult country, and If
the Beers should elect to fight 1t is
possible they could check the progress
OF the British until Lord Roberts
numerous cavalry had time to ride
around tlleir tanks and
Threaten Their Rear.
Fifteen to twenty thousand is the
highest estimate of the Beers under
the command of Gen. Botha. who Is
said to have forty-six guns. Gen.
Botha and Gen. Dewet are reported
to have uarreled. Lord Roberts is
pressing hard after this force with
$1,000 men and 40 guns and 10000
more men are easily available. Lord
4 Roberts concise summaries of re-
suits are not supplemented by any up
to-date press kilograms. The cores
pondents are confined in their narra-
tiyes two or three days old SO far as
Lord Roberts is concerned. President
Steyn, with 5000 men. is said to have
been at Thaba N Chu Thursday, and
that battle was imminent. The adS
vance guards Of Gen. Brabant aud
Gen. Rumble were close to him. Ac-
cording to dispatch fromN Durham,
dated Thursday, Gen. Buffers army
Is "Showing Activity
but complete embargo Is laid ON the
correspondents with Kim. The Beers
are still holding the mountains ada
cent to Springfield. New Zealand
scouts burned the homestead Of a
farmer named Greyling in whose
house arms were found at Deering.
During concert for the relief of the
sufferers from the Begbie works ex-
plosion, given Saturday evening at
Pretoria in the Gaiety theater, the
doors were suddenly closed and every
man in the audience was comman-
dered. All the horses were taken
from the conveyances outside. Presi-
dent Kruger has released the Daily
Mail CORES espondents, Messrs. Hallo-
well and Hoffmeyer.
Creers for Canadians.
London, May ia contingent OF
Canadians belonging to Strathconas
horse was heartily cheered as they
debarked Yesterday at Liverpool. They
will sail from London for South AT
rica today by the British transport
Ashaye.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

The engineering world of Europe has
not. it is said, recovered from the sur
prise over the remarkable performance
at Antwerp of a big dredge- boat con-
structed in Belgium for the Russian
government on plans prepared by an
American engineer, Chicagoan. I'm
der the contract the boat was to have
a capacity of 1000 cubic yards OF
dredging per hour. She recorded
capacity of 1900 yards on trial. So
great was the interest IN the, trial
that most Of the foreign ambassadors
were present, the Belgian cabinet,
commissions from Australia, India,
Germany, France. the Argentine Re-
public and hundreds of engineers from
all parts of Europe. Trains were run
at reduced rates to accommodate the
people eager to see the American
dredge, the most powerful in the world,
and for six weeks boats were kept rum
ming at Antwerp to carry visitors to
the point of operation. The immediate
effect has been to cause orders to be
placed for similar dredges for India.
Australia and Russia. The facts were
reported to the state department by
Consul General Holloway at st. Peters
burg. 5H
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
Yeateranx,a session.

Sioux Falls. S. D., May 1.-THE ma
tional convention of the Peoples party
began business at 2:20 o'clock yester-
day in the big tent wigwam on the,
top of the hill on the western side OF
the city Of Sioux Falls. There have
been larger crowds in attendance upon
national conventions, and possibly
there have been questions upon which
more enthusiasm has been manifested
but there have been few similar events
which have been marked by more evil
dent sincerity of purpose or more
pronounced decorum of behavior. 1t
was evident that delegates were there
for well understood purpose, and
that whatever that purpose, it was to
be carried into effect. The big tent
was arrayed in full dress attire for the
reception and entertainment OF its
guests, and the structure proved IN
every way equal to the service re-
ouired of it. The accommodations for
delegates. for distinguished guests, for
the press and for ordinary visitors
proved
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
James J. Corbett,
The Conquered.


Corbett dropped like weight and
was clear out. Jeffries showed ability
to take punishment at any distance,
but he was clearly outpointed, and at
times made to look like a novice. The
crowd numbered 5000. Corbett,s de-
feat fell upon a silent crowd. There
were cheers given for him when he
arose and left the ring, and he was
shown mores consideration than the
victor. 1t was the fastest. cleanest,
prett:est and E 81 f 4s
Closest Heavy Weight Battle
ever fought in New York. There is
credit for the victor and credit for the
vanquished in this cleverest Of ring
battles. Jeffries must be awarded
the laurels of victory, yet his opponent
is entitled to all honor for his most
wonderful fight. That feature Of the
contest stands out in relief as the
most striking one Of the battle. Cor
bett emerged from years training
for the ring. rejuVinated and fresh.
He was as fast and clever as in the
days gone by when men marvelled at
his skill. His defense was perfect.
He outdid his man at short and long
range. and If. he had had the strength
would have gained an easy victory. A
hundred times he ducked under
left swings that would have ended
him lust as did the the punch that
knocked him out. At times he made
the massive Jim look like beginner
In the art OF self-defense. His STRAIT
egy was great in getting away. When
Jeffries stood over the quivering
form of his opponent his body showed
marks Of the punishment he had re-
ceived. When Corhett
Went Down to Defeat
it was regretted by the vast majority
Of the men in the arena. He had lots
of sympathy. Jeffries won with his
strength, both that strength that lies
in the power Of massive muscle and
that strength which is the essence of
vitality. He made the pace for most
OF the distance and at the end was
I still strong and effective. At first
glance the battle may seem to detract
little from his reputation. but It
showed that a fast man could reach
him ana get away WllDoul letulH. a
that fighter of the future happens to
be strong and rugged in addition to
fast, he will take the honors of the
man who last night left the ring ex-
ultant in victory. 1t is improbable
that there was ever more orderly
affair under the Horton law. There
was little betting on the outcome OF
the battle. In the small sums placed
Jeffries was a clear faYorite at odds
of Q to /. These odds varied at diff
ferent times and different places dur
ing the evening. but to 2 was prob
ably the highest and to 3 the lowest
offered. A favorite bet was that Cor
bett would last ten rounds. and the
mer. who had a true line on the form
err champions condition reaped well
for their knowledge.
Outclassed by Woleott.
Philadelphia. May 13.-Joe Walcott
of Boston. at the Industrial Athletic
club last night clearly outclassed Jack
Bonner Of Summit, Pa. in a six-round
90. At no time did Bonner have a
show. Bonner had hard work to stay
the limit and to save himself from be-
ing Knocked out.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

New York, May 13. Jim Jeffries Is
still the heavyweight champion pugil-
list OF the world. He defeated jim
Corbett In the twenty-third round Of
their fight with a decisive Knockout.
The finishing blow came ais sudden
and startling surprise. Corbett had
been making a wonderful battle. His
defense was absolutely perfect, and,
while he was lacking In strength, he
had more than held his own and stood
an excellent chance Of winning or go
ing the limit. He had not been badly
punished and had succeeded in mark
ing his man severely. The winning
punch was a short left jolt to the jaw.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

Pedro Palermo. head OF the Filipino
national assembly, has been captured
by the American troops. and General
Otis dispatch thoughtfully adds that
he was too sick to escape when the
troops pursued him. Senor Palermo
should not go unrewarded for his con-
sideration in thus permitting himself
to be surrounded. II Aguinaldo would
be kind enough to break leg or con-
tract fever he might yet be captured,
but it appears to be impossible for Gen
eral Otis to overtake any Of the Fill
ipino leaders while they retain good
health and active limbs.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

Sioux Falls. s. d., May 12.-The ma
tional Populist convention concluded
its session at o'clock this morning
and adjourned sine die after nominat-
ing Hon. w. J. Bryan for president
and Hon. G. A.. ToWne for vice presi-
dent. This result was accomplished
after struggle Of several hours dura-
ton at which an effort was made to
have the question Of the nomination
of a vice presidential candidate refer
red to d committee to confer with the
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
The perexs Mt Nnshri1le.

Nashville. Tenn, May 12.--Admiral
Dewey and Mrs. Dewey were enter
tanned III most hospitahle manner by
the citizens of this city. The weather
was delightful and thousands of Wis
itors were here. Mrs. Dewey was en-
tertained OF breakfast by Mrs, Nc
Mfilin. wife of Gov. .McMillin, and the
members Of the committee in charge
of the flower parade during the after
noon. Admiral Dewey, escorted by a
committee representing the citizens Of
the conn eFcial organizations, visited
the various points Of interest in and
about the city.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

"a Some idea Of the American exports
to Australia can be gained from the
inventory Of a cargo recently ship
ped from New York. It contained
5000 packages Of sewing machines,
1,100 tons OF paper, many organs
and pianos, 5000 cases OF canned
meats, III trucks for trolley cars,
wagons, buggies, wheels, axles, barbed
wire, typewriters, windmills, LOO tons
Of iron pipe, leather. shoes and dry
goods
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
BRYAN AND TOWNE.
TICKET NAMED BY THE sioux
FALLS CONVENTION.

Party Again Places Bryan
in the Field for the Presidency
sharp ana stubborn Debate Over
che AdyisahiIity of Naming
Candidate for Vice President
Ends In the Nomination by Ac-
clamatIon Of 9. A. Towne for That
once y Platform Denounces I'm
periaIism and Trusts and De-
mnnds the Initiative and Refer
endum.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17


Democratic and Silver Republican con-
ventions. A motion to this effect was
defeated. 26S to 492. Both candidates
were nominated by acclamation, but
before this was accomplished various
names were placed in nomination and
then withdrawn. The nominations
were made amid great enthusiasm.
While the day was full of events in
the national Popllist convention it be-
gan rather inauspiciously for the con-
summation of it's work. There were
three sessions during the day. The
first Of these was barren of results
excepting for supplying the ma
chinery for committee work. and the
session was well under way before
the asseMblage got
Down to Business.
The morning session was given up to
organization by the election Of Hon.
T. M. Patterson for permanent chair
man and the selection of other officers.
Some time was spent on passing upon
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
MISREPRESENTATION.
Experiments at the Sta
81. L ton Near Oultuh. sa

tion Near Duluth.
AT the Minnesota experiment sta.
ton northwest Of Duluth, in ltasca
county. the state is attempting refores-
tration on a small scale. in order to
test the various kinds Of pine and 9th q
er woods suitable for replanting. Some
ten thousand young pines, white, Nor
way and Scotch, have been set OUT
this spring, and will be caMrefsutiiy are
watched. The station is doing a'
great deal Of work that Is of impor-
tance In that it demonstrates the val.
ue for general farm purposes of the
great areas. of cut-over pine lands 10
the northern part Of the state. me
results Of the experiments so far are
most encouraging and do not indicate
that these lands need be considered aG
all worthless Corn natures well ana
root crops and small fruits do well. i
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

The men who manage the affairs of
corporations are the only source from
whom any information as to their con-
dition can be had That was we'll
enough in the day of small things. 1t
will not answer now, when the stocks
of corporations are so extensively
traded in and figure so largely in the
wealth of the country. Better facili-
ties for obtaining accurate informa-
ton Of the actual condition of corpo-
rations must be provided than those
which exist now. There must be more
publicity.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
struck nv Lirhfning.

Ann Arbor. Mich, May II. - In
heavy thunder storm lightning struck
a barr. on the farm belonging to the
Christian Cook estate. near Saline,
totally destroying it. Loss, $500 to
So 600. Horses and cattle were burned.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
RroI,en NeclS,

wateryille, Mimi, May u. Carr
Monsilie. a farmer residing at Ken
neville, fell from his wagon an6
broke his neck. He lived about ter
hours and was conscious and talked
nationally.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
MRS. CRAVEN INDICTED.
She Is Charged With Perjury in the
Fair Cnse.

San Francisco. May 13.-Mrs. Nettie
r Craven has been indicted by the
grand jury on a charge of perjury for
her testimony given before that body
in relation to her claim for widow $
share of the James G.. Fair estate.
George W. Simpson, who 'swore that
he married Fair and Mrs. Cravens and
who subsequently made oath that he
lied in his first affidavit, has also been
indicted for perjury.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
GLASS TRUST.
international Organization
Has

international Organization Has
Been Formed i'm Europe.
Brussels, May 12.-An International
glass trust has been formed here
which Incorporates the glass indus
tries of France, Germany, Belgium,
Italy and Bohemia. Negotiations are
on foot with the. English manufac-
turers for the purpose of inducing
the British firms to join the trust
which could control the worlds mar
ketS
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
cAN1'Y,s TRIP TO PHILIPPINES.
1t Cost the State of Minnesota
S4OO.

L
S40O.
Judge Thomas Canty did not use all
Of that $1,000 appropriated by the
state prison board to pay his expenses
to Manila Among the receipts Of the
prison noted for the month of April Is
an item of $591, labeled repayment of
unused funds for Judge Canty's trip
to Manila. There were some large
items among the receipts for April.
The twine plant turned in 81, 7,431.50,
and the shoe department, SS,41I99.
THE latter item. however, covers three
moEths. From the. board of United
States prisoners the prison received
$1.22443. and the convict labor ac-
count is credited with $2,2S3.50. These
and some smaller items brought the
receipts for April up to $50, 110.23.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
QUEEN IN LONDON.
Her Majesty Accorded the Usual En-
thusiustic Reception.

London. May 12.-The queen arrived
in London at noon. She will spend
three days here. He majesty appeared
to be in excellent health and eyinced
keen pleasure at the warmth of the
popular greeting which she received
along the whole. route to Buckingham
Palace. Prior to leaving Paddington
station. by the queens request, the
railroad dog which collects money in
behalf of the widows and orphans
was brought to the royal carriage and
her majesty contributed to the collect-
ing box. L..
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

Affection Is the confession OF infe-
riority. 1t is an unnecessary proclaim
alton that the individual is not living
the life he pretends to live.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
MGILI WILL GET TT.
Davis VIII Recommend Him Tor
Postmaster MT ST. Paul.

Postmaster MT ST. Paul.
washington, May Il. The report
that Former Gov. McGill would be ap-
pointed postmaster at st. Paul when
Postmaster Smith retires. was yester-
day verified by Senator Davis, who
pronounced the statement true. Tie
senator said that while he has not re-
ceived any word as to when Postmas.
ter Smith will resign, he felt that rs
he had settled the question definitely
in his own mind it would be the proper
thing to make the fact known.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

The South African war appears to
have got its second wind;' at least
the generals down there are making
a windy time Of it.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

The woman who marries block
head doesn't care to celebrate her
wooden wedding.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

Grace will ever speak for itself and
be fruitful in well-doing; the sancti-
fed cross is fruitful tree.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17
JEFFRIEs WINS IT
DEFEATS CoRBETT in A GREAT
PUGILTsTIC BATTLE.

Former Champion Is knocked Out
. I'm the Twenty-Third Round After
Putting UP Wonderful Fighf--
Corbett's Defense Was Absolutely
Perfect, but He Was Lacking In
Strength More Than Held His
Own with the Big HoilermaIer--
JeHrfes Was Severely Punished
Cheers for the van4nisHled.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

I. The Beers would be sure to regard
the recall of Butler as in the nature
of taking mean advantage.
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

Dignity always begins where boast
Ing ends
The Bemidji pioneer., 1900-05-17

"A man wisely makes use Of the pres
ent when he sells duplicate wedding
gift.