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The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1904-07-13

but is one Of the most improved mail
cars, in which men attached to the
United States railway mail service are
actively engaged in throwing" the
mails. Here you will see the postal
clerks at work, just as they work while
speeding along railroad track.
A curious collection of old time rel
les from the postoffice museum at
Washington illustrates as no verbal
description can do the crude Begin
nings of the postal system. One of
these relics is an old fashioned stage
coach that once carried United States
mails through portion Of the Louisi-
ana purchase territory. President
Roosevelt, who once inspected it, ex-
amined with a rough riders interest
the bullet holes which stage robbers
and mountain brigands shot through
it's stiff leathern curtains. Generals
Sherman and Sheridan and President
Garfield rode in this old coach during
the strenuous days Of frontier life.
Among the collection Of documents
showing the primitive postal methods
in vogue in the early days is to be
seen the old book of accounts kept by
the first postmaster general, Benjamin
Franklin, all written by hand. There
is rare collection of stamps, includ-
Ing ancient Filipino, Porto Rican and
Cuban stamps. The postof1ice depart
ment's exhibit occupies 12,469 square
feet.
Across the aisle, at the right, is the
exhibit Of the new Department of
Commerce and Labor, occupying 1866
square feet. This exhibit shows what
the new executive department stands
FOR and what it is accomplishing. Mr..
Carroll D. Wright, United States Com
missioner of Labor, had charge Of the
preparation of the exhibit. Charts ar
tanged by him, showing the rapid
growth of the nation in agriculture,
arts, manufacture, population, ETC., are
of special interest to sociologises and
all students of the labor problem. The
Census Bureau exhibit is made in this
section. 1t shows the tabulating ma
chimes used in compiling the census re-
ports. The Lighthouse Board. also op-
Grating under this department. shows
the great revolving lenses in light
houses. with other interesting appli-
ances
The space in the projecting north
west corner of the building is devoted
to the Library of Congress. The eai-
fee which houses this library at Wash
fngton is held by many architects to
be the most beautiful building in the
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1904-07-13
A Most Wonderful Cure.

Joseph D. Underhill, of Doland,
IS. Dakota, says have received
great benefit from your White
Wine Of Tar Syrup. / had a deep
seated cough and the doctors
gave up all hopes of my recovery
and pronounced it consumption.
| tried every thing that we could
hear Of. Finally one of my
friends prevailed upon me to use
your White Wine Of Tar Syrup.
I took one and one-half bottles
and am entirely cured. Such
medicine I can recommend to
those who are afflicted as / was.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1904-07-13
Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and
DiarrhOea Remedy.

This remedy is certainly to be
needed in almost every home be-
fore the summer is over. It can
always be depended upon even in
the most severe and dangerous
cases. tits especially valuable
for summer disorders in children.
1t is pleasant to take and never
fails to give prompt relief. Why
not buy it now? It may save
life. For sale by Barker S Drug
store.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1904-07-13
Safeguard the Children.

Notwithstanding all that is
done by boards of health and
charitably inclined persons, the
death rate among small children
is very high during the hot
weather Of the summer months
in the large cities. There issnot
probably one case Of bowel COM
plant in a hundred, however,
that could not be cured by the
timely use of Chamberlain s
Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea
Remedy. For sale by Barker's
Drug store.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1904-07-13
UNCLE SANS
WONDERS.
All Executive Departments Send
Treasures to the
Worlds Fair.
Display Installed In the Largest Gov.
ernmental Exposition Building Ever
Constructed - Precious Docu.
ments - Relics of Famous
Statesmen and Soldiers.
Working Postal
Exhibit.

The United States Government build
ing at the Worlds Fair occupies an
elevated site just south of the main
picture Of the Exposition. The great
central dome of the Government build.
ing is visible from the very center of
the Fair, looking across the picturesque
sunken garden that lies between the
Palaces of Mines and Metallurgy and
Liberal Arts.
The hill slope in front. of the Gov
eminent building is terraced with
broad stairways almost completely
covering the slope. The building is 800
feet long by $50 feet wide and is the
largest structure ever provided at an
exposition by the federal government.
1t is distinguished from all the other
large buildings at the Exposition by
the steel truss construction. the entire
roof being supported by steel arches.
forming a splendid domeds ceiling.
In this building are installed the ex-
hibits Of all the executive departments
of the government The building is a
vast storehouse Of an endless variety
of treasures dear to the heart Of every
true American. Precious documents
are to be seen here, and the autographs
of our great men of the past are on
display Relics of famous statesmen
and soldiers, carefully preserved
through generations, are exhibited
Each governmental department has in
stalled an exhibit showing it's official
character and mode Of operation.
Entering the Government building
from the eastern end, the visitor sees
at his left "a railroad postotfice car.
This is not mere coach standing idle
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1904-07-13
Excursions East.

Summer tourist tickets to all
eastern points by train and
steamer at greatly reduced rates
If you intend going East let US
plan your trip. We can save you
time and money. Duluth South
Shore & Atlantic Railway, Mart
Adson, General Agent, 43O
Spaulding Hotel Block, Duluth.
MINI. 65-72
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1904-07-13
Popular Excursion.

The Great Northern railway an
nounces a popular excursion to
Duluth and Superior Friday, July
%. Special train leaves Bemidi il at
9:34 a. m. Returning leaves Du-
,luth 2:3O p. M, Superior 2::45
p. M, Sunday, July "a. Round
trip So. For further information
call on agent Great Northern
railway.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1904-07-13
REV ARD

A reward of 5000 will be paid by the under
bodies of Mr.. N. O. Dahl and his daughter,
Aagot Dahl. who disappeared from their
claims on section 33-15l32. Beltrami county
April 9TH 1904 and $50 will be paid for any in
formation that will lead to such discovery.
O. G. ROOD
G. G. STRANDER
June Is, l9O4. CrOOkStOn Mimi
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Cost Of SEEING the Worlds Fair

From any point within 300 miles Of
St Louis person may travel to the
Worlds Fair this year, view the won
ders Of the Exposition for three days
and expend the same money he would
pay in any other year for train fare
alone. This is an absolute fact.
The Western Passenger Association
has agreed on a ten day excursion rate,
s25O miles or more from st. Louis, for
one and one-ffth fare for the round
trim
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1904-07-13
ALL THE STATES AT
THE WORLDS FAIR.
Many Beautiful Pavilions and Preten-
tious Buildings Show Forth the
Enterprise of American
Commemorative.

a beautiful city has grown up among
the trees on the Worlds Fair grounds
ut st. Louis. It has nothing to do with
the immense exhibit palaces, but is q
thing apart The houses in this new
city are Of various styles of architec
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1904-07-13
Great Northern R'y

EAST BOUND.
No. 40. Park Rapids Line. COCOA. m.
Connects with Flyer at Sank Centre, arrives
Minneapolis about 800 d. m.,-formerly 4:45)
No. a.. Duluth Express. .12:27 pm.
" 26 $ $ 1899 am
WEST BOUND
8 l3 -. .Fosston Line 80. ESQ p. M.
: Is - 2:5O a. M.
!" 80. Park Rapids Line7:55 6
Full information from
E. E. CHAMBERLAIN. Agent
Bemidii. Mimi
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Minnesota 4 International
RAIL WAY COMPANY
In Connection with the
Northern Pacific.
RAILWAY COMPANY,

Provides the best train passenger
service between Northome, Hovey juno
ton, Blackjack, Bemidii, Walker
and intermediate points and Mime
apolis, St. Paul, Fargo and Duluth
and al! points east, west and south.
Through coaches between Northome
and the Twin Cities. No change
of cars. Ample time at Brainerd
for dinner,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
CANNOT GET TOGETHER.
Bryan Does Not Know Whether He
 Will Support Nominee.


 Dallas, Tex May 26.--In an interview on a train betv veen Parsons, Kan, and Denison. Tex, William J. Bryan stated to staff correspondent of the News that there was no middle ground on which tae opposing factions of the democratic party could compromise He emphasized the statement, "They cannot get to- gether," saying. you might as well start two men out from the same point in op- posite directions and expect them to get together"
 Asked whether he would abide by the result at St. Louis, he said:
 Things have rot developed far enough to tell. One cannot answer such a ques- ton intelligently until a platform and can- didate are known"
 He does not wish to say in advance that he will support the organization if controlled by the Wall street crowd. He also criticizes Judge Parker's silence
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
FLOCK OUT TO SEE
 MISS ROOSEVELT
WOMEN AT ST. LOUIS STATION DEFY POLICE AND CROWD IN TO GET GLIMPSE OF PRESIDENTS DAUGHTER.

St Louis, May 26.--A crowd of 5000 per sons, more than three-fourths of whom were women, jostled each other for a glimpse of Miss Alice Roosevelt, eldest daughter of the President of the United States at Union station this afternoon when she arrived for a weeks visit
 Four hundred women broke through the gates to the midway when the train ar rived bringing Miss Roosevelt, Miss Alice Warder of Washington and several maids. The women crowded about Miss Roose- welt at the train steps, delaying her ad- vance in spite of the protection furnish Miss Irene Cattlin whose guest Miss Cattlin, had great difficulty in keeping near the party.
 When the midway was passed Miss Roosevelt and her escorts broke into a rapid walk, while the crowd followed with shouts of "nurrah for Miss Roose- yelt,' 'there she is until the carriage was reached at the entrance of the sta ton. So great was the rush at the car riage that the Presidents daughter was almost forced against the wheels before she could enter. As soon as she was seated the carriage was driven away rapidly.
 The enthusiasm attending the reception was entirely unexpected by the police or the union station officials. Only a few officers were on hand to control the throng.
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Cannot Confirm or Deny.

St Petersburg, May 2L-The general staff is not in a position tonight to con- firm or deny the Tokio report that the Japanese have occupied Kin Chou. The latest official information regarding fight ing in the vicinity, was conveyed in Iiuetenant General KuropatlSin's telegram which said that the Japanese had lost seven hundred men on May IS. This agrees with information contained in the Asso- ciated Press dispatches of May 25, General Kuropatkin apparently accepting the re- port from the sanR Chinese source.
 It would be great surprise to the au- thorties if the report of the capture of Kin Chou should prove to be true. The impression generally entertained Is that Kin Chou will prove hard nut for the Japanese to crack and that it's reduction would need siege train and call for careful approaches which would occupy the enemy for a long time.
 The opinion of the best authorities is that If the Japanese rushed Kin Chou by a frontal attack unsupported by heavy guns, which 1t Is not believed they possess, the capture of the place must have been effected at a tremendous loss to the attackers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
RUSSIA AND ENGLAND MAY
 BECOME BEST OF FRIENDS

St Petersburg, May 26. 7:55 D. m.-The beginning of new and more friendly era in Anglo Russian relations is believed to have been inaugurated by the cordial manner in which the emperor this after noon at the Tsarksoke-Selo palace re- ceiyed Sir Charles Harding, the new British ambassador to Russia. Sir Charles presented his credentials in private audi ence the empress sharing with the em- peror the cordial greetings extended to the new ambassador who handed per- sonal letter from King Edward to his im- perlal nephew. also conveying the British kings personal good wishes and sincere desire that the relations between the two countries shall become more and more friendly.
 While what passed naturally is d secret,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
Bombardment With eunboats.

St. Petersburg. May 26-The following dispatch from Viceroy Alexieff dated May 26 has been received by the emper- or:
 Reports from Rear Admiral Wittsoeft and Grigorovitch today state that the enemy bombarded from 1n-Gen-Tsi bay ton the west coast of the Kwang Tung peninsula, about B miles north of Port Arthur with gunboats the yiceroy dispatch does not give the date of the bombardmenD.
 'On the following night the Japanese attempted to block the roadstead of Port Arthur with mines and from shore obser- vations it is believed that some steam launches and tow torpedo boats were sunk Between May IS and May 21. the Russians, cleared several of the enemy 8 mines from the roadstead'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
Russians Are Concentrating.

London, May 26-The New Chwang cor respondent of the Mail in dispatch dated May 26 says that coincident with the Jaranese advs nee ir the direction of Liao Yang, there has been a concentration of all the available Russian troops between Liao Yang and Mao Tien Pass, and that the fortifictions of Idao Yang are being feverishly hurried.
 The railway between Tatschitsia and Liao Yang is still intact, but every prep aration has been made for its immediate destruction in the event of the necessity for a retreat to Mukden.
 The correspondent says that under cover, a continuous naval patrol, secret landing operations are in progress on the west coast of the Liao Tung peninsula.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
B|G EXPLOSION
 ON OHIO TOWBOAT Ten Men Blown to Pieces by
 Its Force MANY OTHERS ARE INJURED No Good Explanation of the Cause of the Disaster Has Yet Been
 Offered By the Sur
 vlvors.
MANY OTHERS ARE INJURED

Louisville, Ky, May 26-The towboat Fred Wilson was torn to flinders, ten men were blown to bits and sixteen oth- CTS injured by tremendous explosion of the boats boilers at 3:s0 o'clock this morning Of the thirty-three persons aboard the boat only seven escaped un- hurt. Of the injured one will probably die The force of the explosion was so great that 1t shattered windows and awakened the occupants of houses in Louisville. four miles from the scene.
 The dead;
 Jos Price, captain, Braddock, Pa.
 Albert Miller, pilot, Pittsburg.
 W. A Holland. guest of Captain Price. Braddock. Pa.
 William Huining steward, Pittsburg.
 Hugh Hoskins, cook, Pittsburg.
 J. c. Johnson, deck hand. Tyrone, Pa.
 Patrick White, deck hand, Pittsburg.
 Sherman shibler, second engineer, Pitts burg.
 William Thornton. colored. fireman. Middleport, o.
 Jos. Warren, colored fireman, Middle port, o.
 The injured: Gabe Lethicouch, deck hand, Welsburg, w. Va, probably fatal; Carl Cody, cabin boy. Brockton, O., blown 125 feet to shore. serious; William M. Timmons, Pittsburg; John Miller, Ale gheny, Pa. William Miller Allegheny, Pa; Albert D. Stewart Middlesport. O.; Emma Wilson, chambermaid, Pittsburg. Nine others slightly injured.
 All Except One Will Recover.
 All the injured, except Lethicouch, will recover Only three bodies have thus far been recovered those of Sherman Shib- Ter, Patrick White and J. c. Johnson, who died in a hospital The bodies of the other seven victims are thought to be pinned under the wreckage, and may not be recovered for several days. Three deck hands reported as missing and thought to have swelled the number of dead to thirteen, were found In local hospitals
 The Fred Wilson was the property of Monongahela River Consolidated Coal and Coke company and at the time of the accident occurred, was arranging her tow near Riyeryfew park, about 50 feet from shore.
 No good explanation of the cause of the accident has been offered and there is little hope that the coroners inquest which will be held Monday will throw any light on the matter. The most plaus- fble theory is offered by some of the deckhands who suspect there might have been an excess of mud in the boilers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27

Sir Charles afterwards expressed the greatest satisfaction at the spirit of his reception. While it is a mistake to sup pose that negotiations looking to an un- derstandng or. an adjustment of the long standing differences between Great Britain and Russia have begun, or can begin, while Great Britain's ally is at war with Russia, 1t is an open secret that the real end and aim of Sir Charles mission is to so improve the relations between Great Britain and Russia during the war as to render possible at it's conclusion such an understanding which is known to be close to the heart of King Edward.
 It is understood that one of the possible causes of misunderstanding between the two countries always has been removed by the acceptance by Russia of Great Britain's assurances regarding the pur- pose of the British mission to Thibet.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
 LorenzelIi May Leave.

Paris, May 26.-Aceording to re- liable information, the Vatican author ities have instructed Monsignor Loren zelli, the nuncio at Paris, to leave Paris, if he is able to foresee from the discussion in the chamber of deputies tomorrow difficulties between the Vati- can and France, and that it is the in- tention of the government to give him passports
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
Hosts Have Come and Gone.

The hosts of the state democracy have come and for the most part gone. and Montgomery Is richer In not only the dollars and cents that the visitors left but the love and good fellowship that was renewed between those who have stool at all times for the highest and best interests of the state.
 The 1904 session of the Alabama demo- cratic convention will go down in hls-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
FIVE CONVENTIONS
 COME NEXT WEEK
OF THE $50 DELEGATES ALREADY CHOSEN BY THE DEMOCRATS 146 OF THEM ARE INSTRUCTED FOR JUDGE PARKER.

Washington, May 26.-(Special)-The result of the Maryland democratic con vention today makes 55O delegates se- lected for the national convention at St. Louis During the present week conven- tions were held in the states of Ohio, Tennessee, Alabama and Maryland. Ohio, with it's forty-six votes, Alabama with it's twenty-two votes and Maryland, with it's sixteen votes, sent uninstructed del egations to the convention.
 Tennessee, with twenty-four votes, in- structed for Parker and Arizona sent six votes to the convention for Hearst
 Of the $50 delegates selected 255 are un- instructed. The remaining 295 are divided as follows: Parker, 146; Hearst, 91; Ol- ney, s2; Wall 2e Of the total vote Judge Parker the leading candidate thus far, has about one fourth absolutely instruct ed for him.
 Five democratic state conventions east ing eighty votes will be held next week and the indications are that the unin- structed votes will continue to increase. Conventions will be held in Georgia, Michigan. Nebraska and Oklahoma on Wednesday and In Wyoming next Thurs day.
 Georgia has been counted certain for Judge Parker, but there is now said to be some doubt about the state instructing. Governor Terrell has come out in state ment against instructing, and as he will control the convention the state may send an uninstructed delegation. Miehi- gan and Nebraska are expected to send uninstructed delegations, while Wyoming and Oklahoma are said to be inclined for Hearst.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
kuroki Begins an Attack.

Paris May N.-The St. Petersburg cor respondent of the Petit Parisienne tele- graphs that according to private dis patch from Liao Yang General Kuroki's army has begun an attack on the Rus sian position on the Liao Yang road, and that 1t is believed what will prove to be a decisive battle Is progressing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
Japs Change Their Plans.

Liao Yang. May 25.-(Delayed in trans mission. )-Rumors have been received here of a change in the plans of the Japanese. It is said that they have temporarily abandoned their northern ad- vance and will concentrate on Port Ar thur. As soon as that fortress is cap tured it is their intention to proceed against Liao Yang.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
HONEST POSTAL CLERKS.

' Huntsville. May 6.-(Special. )--As !
 . a testimonial to the honesty of post : office clerks. a single dollar bear . ing a two cent stamp on one side : : and an address on the other was re- : : ceived in the Huntsville postoffice ' yesterday from the postoffice at : Manila P. l. The money was prob- : ably handled by dozen clerks and : : may very easily have been lost or : stolen.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
Will Be Paid Monthly.

Washington. May 26.-1n accordance with a verbal report made today by special committee appointed by the sec- retary of the treasury, all star route car riers, contractors and mail messengers carrying mail between postoffice and railroad stations and steamboat wharves will be paid monthly instead of quarter 1y beginning July
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
Plaque Is Spreadina.

Washington, May 26.-Consul Gen. eral McWade at Canton advises the state department that the plague is spreading. He reported further that the Rev. Richard Moves, missionary, has fallen victim to the disease.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27

B. c. Crawford has been appointed post master at Mapesvlle. Chiffon county, vice William F. Fosher, removed. Under the annual readjustment of postmasters' salaries these changes in Alabam were announced today: Increase, Demopolis. s1800 to $500; Evergreen, s5o0 to $500; Florence s2100 to s2200; Fort Payne. sl0o0 to SLIGO; Gadsden, s2000 to $2300; Greenville, $16O0 to $170o; Jackson, s110O to $1200; Jack sonvile s19o0 to $1400; Lafayette, s12O0 to s1300
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Jap Position Is Critical.

Paris, May N.-The correspondent at St. Petersburg Of the Echo de Paris says:
 The forces of Generals Kondravotish and Rennenkampff which are between the Japanese armies at Feng Wang Cheng at more than 25,0O0 men, and include a large number of Cossacks. The position of the Japanese first army between the two Russian forces is most critical. It Is thought that General Kuropatkin is advancing through the mountain passes commanding the Hai Cheng road, and may drive back the Japanese to the sea.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
chinese Women FleeIna.

London. May 27.-The Daily Mails Pe- kin correspondent says the wives of Chi nese officials are now moving southward The Telegraph's Shanghai correspondent reporting the revival of "boxerism' in southern Kiangsi province. says the boxers entrenched themselves and de- feated a small force of government troops.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
Suffers Heat Stroke,

Allentown, Pa, May 26.-The heat was intense here today, thermometers registering 96 degrees. Andrew Plaska suffered a heat stroke and died after being removed to hospital.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-05-27
Are Fighting stubbornIy.

London. May 27.-The TolSio correspond ent of the Daily Chronicle under date of May 26 sends the following:
 "The Japanese have already construct ed thirty miles of light railway for the transportation Of siege guns towards Port Arthur.
 Around Kin Chou the Japanese have been fighting stubbornly for the past eight days, but are making little progress against the Russians who occupy strong positions on the heights"