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The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-03-04
THE SHORTER WAY DOWN.

The word ttMarch' suggests my first day at school,
for began in March awoke at three o'clock and
sent back to bed stayed in bed till six O'Clock
then arose. dressed and all ready for school, It
early yet mama sent me to the store felt big that
could not see the stairs rolled down them.
just beginning to cry when checked myself and said,
you going to be baby and ready to 60 to schooi
And anyway it does not take long to roll down tho
stairs as it does to walk down..
That was not the end of my misfortunes. was sup
posed to order peck of potatoes but undertook
them I told myself that girl who could not carry
peck Of potatoes should not to school When
Of the store and had taken few steps boy bumped
me. and my potatoes few way in mud puddle and
the boy the other began to cry hard could
The grocer out and picked up. told him all my
troubles, then told him to bring down peck of pota
toes went home wiser child, for knew that was
only mite and had great deal to learn yet. When
went home was covered with mud. glad because
mama had to put my silk dress and it time for
school After school dressed up away told
me would have to stay at home with papa and baby
because my silk dress soed cried myself to sleep
that night wondering why was little
Seventh Grade, Stella Hudson
Monroe School GIG Nineteenth Avenue 8
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-03-04
UNDER CAPTAIN DUTY.

Ah where is the man who has worn the uniform Of =
United States soldier has not felt thrill at the
magic word March,, Where the soldier who has not
felt thrill when In line for battle his leader has shouted
not it were TO meet DEATH he knew not if it to
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-03-04
MANLY BOYS AFTER ALI.

MANLY BOYS AFTER ALL.
One day few years ago was in the country visit
ing my aunt and cousins. One Of the days while
there was very hot and thought we would take
walk We wanted to go down to the lake and the short
est way was thru man's orchard We had gone almost
thru when the boys sped beautiful tree of bright red
apples We girls did not want the boys to take them be-
cause they did not belong to u.s. but the boys SAID It dd
them So Of the boys climbed the tree and the other
stayed at the foot We girls said would not be in
the trouble SO we walked We had not gone but q
little way when heard somebody say, 'sMarchl''
And in minute the boys running out OF the or
chard But that night they ashamed of themselves
and went back and apologized to the owner
A Sixth Grade, -Etheyn Baker,
Holmes School 521 Fourth Avenue Sc.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-03-04
MAPS BETWEEN JOLTS.

(Honorable Mention)
March, tho generally considered the most disagree
able month in the year, will always remind of of
the pleasantest times had. Two years ago was
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-03-04

meet Fame. What it that spurred him ONT Was Is
the thought of widowed mother at homei Was it the
thought Of little sister orphaned and alonef Think OF
the who fought under General George Washington,
the who left their farms and families to fight for
Liberty. March is not the only word which cheers tho
dying and emboldens the survivors, the wounded Think
of how the word duty has hurried them onl
:sTheirs not to make reply, ii e.
Theirs not to reason why r
Theirs but to do and die.''
Sixth Grade, Alice Bidwell
Jackson School 703 Nineteenth Avenue s
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-03-04
SOME VAGUE RECoLLECTIoNs.

t'Was there ever such a desolate country such
dreary weather?' asked myself as sat in detected
attitude by the kitchen window of the large rambling
old farmhouse and gazed dscontentey out at the land
scape before Nothing but waste fields and meadows
stretching away far the eye could see and the low
scurrying storm clouds together with the wild March
wind which whisted and shreked it tore around the
and down the chimney added still to the
dreariness Dear patient little Aunt Frances She had
stood it for twenty years Therefore why could not
put up with it two weeks9
"Anna'' her soft voice from the next room
at this moment twill you 60 GRAND to town for
meq do want to- finish this quilt and think you
match the pieces all right''
Most certainly would 20.
ing your wheel. It is windy out and it might
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-03-04

dislike the month of March than any other month
Eighth Grade, Theodore Blegen,
Adams School. 1897 Thirteenth Avenue 8
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-03-04
MINNEAPOLIS TOPICS
For Saturday, March 18.
"AROUND THE CORNER"

y,
"AROUND THE CORNER"
Any may be taken this topic, q
that day, that
have but but all the stories should be
That is the events chosen should be such that
well anywhere but
The stories include something Of interest lust around
the then again there stories Of
prizes will be awarded to the which tell their stories
may striking around good
the credit Of writer to tell the of
incident attractive amusing than to
incident
must be In the the editor Of
Journal Junior -a s--.-"
NOT LATER THAN SATURDAY EVENING MARCH II,
must be strictly original, written in ink
side only Of the paper not more than 300 words In
and paper signed with grade
the writer. The papers must not be rolled.
ION THE SPUR OF THE MOMENT"
~ Everybody does something and then
the moment that Is he performs action makes
remark moment before he had intention OF
doing making As such spurs have probably given rise
unexpected. amusing, disastrous results
ought Of widely different
pers editor of Junior
NOT LATER THAN slTRDAY EVENING, MARCH Is,
five O'clock They must be strictly original written in ink
only OF the not than 800 words in
length less than 100 marked with the number of words
signed with the grade. school, and adj
dress of the writer The papers must not be rolled
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
pemoerats sweep Colorado.

Denver, April 6.--A Democratic
landslide struck Colorado, where mu.
nicipal elections were held yesterday in
all cities and towns excepting Denver
In Pueblo, Colorado Springs and Lead.
vile, normally Republican, the Demo-
cratic tickets were successful, in the
latter case for the first time in 20 years
In the smaller towns, where party
lines were drawn, the Democrats won,
the notable exceptions being Cripple
Creek, Victor, Golden and Central
City. A vigorous hght was made in
Northern Colorado towns and also in
towns on the western slope, against
saloons, and in only one instance, that
of Montrose, was the liquor element
victorious. Heavy roads, due to re.
cent storms, caused light vote to be
polled.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
Burton VIII Soon Resign.

Kansas City, Mo-, April e. A spe.
cial to the Journal from Abilene, Kan,
says: "Senator j. Il. Burton, will re-
sign his seat as United States senator
in a short time, according to infor-
nation given out by one of his close
personal friends here. After he was
convicted, and pending his appeal to
the supreme court, he could not resign
for fear that 1t would be taken as an
admission of guilt. The supreme court
reversed the decision and Burton now
stands as innocent, until convicted
again."
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
Hostile Fleets are Fast Approach.
Ing Each Other.
BOTH SEEN NEAR SINGAPORE
Russians Going In Direction Of South
China Sea, Most Probable
Scene Of Battle,

Singapore, April S,--The belief Il
general here that desperate engage
ment for the control Of the seas is i'm.
minent off here between the Japanese
defensive fleet, under command OF Ad.
miral Togo, and the Russian fleet com.
manded by Vice Admiral Rojestvensky
The two fleets are rapidly approaching
each other, and naval experts here be-
lieve that battle which will decide
whether or not Japan Is to retain su.
premacy on the ocean as we'll as on
land will be fought within fortnight.
The captain OF coasting steamer
which has put into Penang reports hav-
ing passed feet OF 27 armorelads 20
miles 10 the southeast, The feet was
flying no colors, and when he altered
his course to inspect the warships de-
stroyer sailed up and admonished him
TO turn back. The warning was
promptly needed.
Several Chinese junks that have ar
rived here bring the news that the con-
verted fast merchantmen, formerly in
the Yokohama.San Francisco trade, are
patrolling every avenue through which
the Russian fleet might pass in their
rush toward Vladivostok, and the bulk
OF Admiral Togo's big fleet is kept in
position where 1t can be hurled against
the Russians as soon as sighted.
Accompanying the main body OF the
fleet are two floating furnaces that were
built at Sasebo, and which are designed
to repair all damage that may result to
the feet in its cruising operations. On
these ships are mounted huge floating
cranes, with which disabled guns can
be lifted and which are expected to
prove Of great service, should the Jap
anese suffer at the hands OF the Rus
SLAMS.
II is the general opinion that the
battle will take place in the China sea,
and there is diversity OF opinion as 10
the outcome. While it is admitted
that the Japanese feet has the advant-
age Of seasoned men and experienced
commanders, ii is also sure that the
Russian admiral will enjoy the advant-
age in weight of metal, and that he has
improved the Workmanship Of his
gunners in the long voyage across is
also sure. The battle is sure to be one
of the most desperately contested in the
history of naval warfare and the ele.
ment of luck may play a large part IN
its outcome.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
EASTERN CITY ELECTIONS.
Democrats Garry In ST. LouIs, ohlea.
20, Colorado and Kansas.

Chicago, April GA political tor
nado yesterday overwhelmed one Of the
most ruggedly unique leaders In the
country. Incidentally the Republican
party met defeat in memorable effort
to capture the mayoralty Of Chicago.
As direct result the city is officially
committed to the policy Of the quickest
possible cessation Of private franchises
for public utilities. Municipal owner
ship Is especially threatening street car
lines valued high up in tho millions,
After winning successfully four re.
markable biennial fights Of independ.
ents against the regular Republican or
ganizatiop here, John Maynard Harlan,
son OF Associate Justice Harlan. OF the
Supreme court of the United States,
was loser as Republican candidate
for mayor. The defeat is attributed to
an extraordinary whirl Of causes start.
ing with political revenge and taking
in wide sweep, embracing tho most
Socialism as a factor. The
victor is Judge Edward +. Dunno,
Democrat.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
HOPE ALL FROM RoJssTvENsKY
Russians Expect Change of Fortune
When Fleet Meets Togo.

st. Petersburg, April 5.-The an
nouncement that President Roosevelt
has left Washington on a vacation trip
is accepted here as evidence that the
efforts to draw Russia and Japan into
peace negotiations have come TO grief
for the moment. No definite explana-
tion Of exactly what happened is forth
coming, but the general impression is
that japan either declined to treat upon
the Russian basis or demanded direct
avowal that there was a pacific disposi-
tion.
At any rate, the advocates OF con.
tinuation Of the war seem secure in
their position, and everything indicates
that the hope of an immediate change
of fortune is staked on Vice Admiral
Rojestvensky, whose squadron, accord
ing to the best information, is now act
ually on its way to meet the japanese.
The admiralty is greatly encouraged by
the prospects that Rojestvensky will be
able to defeat Admiral Togo, owing to
the splendid reports which have just
arrived here from Rojestvensky, dated
from the Island of Madagascar, recount.
ing in detail the condition OF the ships
and personnel and the results OF the
target practice Of the squadron and Of
the maneuvers, in which the warships
have been drilling for three months.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
Dynamite Is Found Hidden In
Imperial Palace,
SECRET POLICE WERE IN PLOT
Twelve Members Arrested and Placed
In Dungeon--Chanee Leads to
Discovery OF Explosive.

81. Petersburg, April 6.-At last the
terrorists have succeeded In penetrating
the Gordon Of guards about the cEar,
and in smuggling high explosives into
the palace itself, and as result there
Is feeling Of apprehension among all
OF tho high officials and the guards
about his majesty have been trebled.
Late yesterday afternoon, Us the
guard at the palace was being changed,
Lieutenant Colonel Shirauphky, who
was In command, noticed that one OF
the Cossacks who had been posted al
the main door was wearing the sword
of an infantry officer, and not the sabre
OF Cossack. Ho thereupon called q
corporal and placed the man under ar.
rest. He was AZ once searched and i'm
eliminating documents were found on
his person.
Search Of the palace revealed two
packages Of dynamite, placed against
the main door Of the imperial suite, in
a dark corner where they were not
likely TO be noticed.
A searching inquiry was at once In
stituted, with the result that ~ secret
police agents were arrested az accom-
plies, and all were hurried 10 the Peter
and Paul fortress, where they were
interviewed by General Trepofi.
The fact that the terrorists have sue
ceeded in corrupting members OF the
secret police and soldiers has caused
much alarm, and another attempt
against high official Is looked for.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
DON'T RUSH TO MlNnnokA LAND
Pumping Problem for irrigation Has
Not Been Solved.

Washington, April THE attention
OF the director of the geological sur
vey has been called to the fact that u
misapprehension exists on the part Of
certain citizens of Idaho as to the plans
OF the reclamation service in regard to
some important details relating to the
Minidoka project. This misunder-
standing has arisen, it is beliNed, by
reason OF the efforts OF many settlers to
anticipate the plans Of the engineers
and secure choice holdings Of land.
The government from the first has
warned intending settlers to so slow in
making entries ON the lands embraced
in this project, and has called particu-
lar attention to the fact that the plans
for irrigation, especially those involv.
ing the pumping plant, were merely
tentative, and could not be worked out
as quickly as those for the gravity sys-
tenn. While nothing has arisen to pre-
vent the ultimate development of a
pumping plant, so many delicate en-
cheering features are involved that
careful consideration must be given to
these before any definite conclusions
are reached or the final plans are APP
proved.
Thus, apparently, while no reason
exists for believing that the pumping
features of the Minidoka project will
not ultimately be utilized, the engineers
very wisely have concluded to give this
question more study and consideration
before recommending it for construc-
tion.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
New Canal Commission Acts.

Washington, April 5.--The Panama
Canal commission today completed its
organization by resolving to continue
the clerical force for the present and by
formally adopting the orders Of the
president and secretary Of war as reso-
lutions, in order to give them effect as
acts of the commission. A cablegram
was forwarded to General Davis author
izing him to continue to perform the
duties OF governor of the zone until re-
lieved. No definite time for the new
governors departure for his post has
been set,
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
Want To Be Paid Monthly

santo Domingo, April O. The Bel
gian creditors Of santo Domingo have
presented proposition to President
Morales and American Minister Daw-
son for the monthly payment of $25, 900
to the Belgians. intimating that then
they would favor the debt arrangement
being concluded. 1t is expected that
the situation will remain unaltered un-
til the United States takes final action
regarding the pending convention.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
Wells Ahead In ST. Louis.

st. Louis, April with 100 pre-
cincts missing out OF a total OF 405,
Mayor Rolla Wells, Democratic nomi-
nee for reelection, is leading John A.
Tally, Republican, by 774. The re.
turns for sos precincts give Wells, 49,
7la; Tally, Ss,94b; Lee Merriwether,
independent public ownership, 2,2S9,
The 80, 900, 900 bonds issue, the pro.
ceeds Of which were to have been used
for municipal improvements, generally
conceded TO have been defeated by u
big majority.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
HUNDREDS WERE MANoLED.
Results of Earthquake in India Worse
Than First Reported.

Results of Earthquake in india Worse
Than First Reported.
Lahore, British India, April 7.--As
the particulars filter in from the outly-
ing districts, it is being revealed that
the casualties caused by the earthquake
of two days ago have been under, rather
than over-estimated. In one spot alone
at Dhamala, it is reported that fully
], 400 natives have been killed or in
jured. OF the injured many will die.
Seven of the Europeans previously re-
ported hurt have since died, and two
others are in dying condition.
There is not house left in the vicin-
ity that does not show evidence oil the
trembling of the earth.
This is the report from one district
alone, and as authentic information
comes in it seems certain that the mag
nitude of the disaster will be sufficient
to stir the entire world when fully re-
vealed.
The Indian government is making
arrangements to relieve all distress as
soon as possible.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
PRICE PAID FOR CATTLE.
Next Question for Consideration Be-
fore Beef Trust Grand Jury.

Chicago, April Q. -- Prices paid for
livestock by the packers, alleged re-
bates granted the packers by the rail-
roads for handling the same and tho
private accounts of some OF the packing
concerns are to be closely inquired into
within the next few days by the Feder-
al grand jury which Is investigating
the business affairs Of the beef trust.
Another phase of the question of the al
legged combination OF some OF the pack
ers in violation of the Sherman anti
trust law and Judge Grosscup's injunc-
tion which Ia to be inquired into is the
price paid by wholesale dealers to the
packers for meats.
Witnesses who can give the jurors
detailed and accurate information along
these lines have been subpoenaed and
appeared ut the investigation today.
Some of these witnesses testified and,
although they refused to make public
what they told the jury, it is said n
large amount Of data valuable TO the
government was secured from them.
More complaints Of interference with
the witnesses reached United States
Attorney Bethea and Captain Porter, Of
the secret service, during the day. The
session today was devoted to the exam
ination OF men employed at the Chi
cago stockyards and packing houses.
With the exception OF the Sunday
adjournments, the jury, it is said, will
now proceed steadily to the end Of the
inquiry. The United States attorney
has announced that May 10 will prob
ably see the close.
1t is said the hearing of the plea and
demurrer Of Thomas j. Connors, the
indicted superintendent of the Armour
company, will be disposed Of before
the jury presents other true bills in
volving persons on charges OF tamper-
ing with witnesses.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
Glasgow VIII Help Chicago.

Chicago, April 8. - Mayor-elect
Dunno today received reply to a
cablegram sent yesterday to the lord
provost of Glasgow, asking that the
manager of the municipal tramways of
that city be given a months furlough
to visit Chicago and advise with Mayor
elect Dunno regarding the streetcar sit
uation in Chicago. The cablegram
from Glasgow reads as follows: ITO
the Lord Mayor Of Chicago-The cor
poration of Glasgow unanimously and
cordially agrees to the request of your
municipality
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
INSTALLING BLOCK SIGNALS.
Northern Pacific Making Extensive Inn
provements for Safety of Traffic.


St. Paul, April s.-President Howad
Elliott has authorized important i'm
provements tending TO increase public
safety which will place the Northern
Pacific system second on the list of
American railways in the installation
of the block system for the current
year.
The new improvements will afford
continuous signal protection over all
the principal districts of heavy traffic
from the eastern terminus at st. Paul
through to the Pacific coast. Con-
struction has already commenced and
will be rushed forward to completion.
The districts over which new block
signal protection will be afforded will
add 6l3.5 miles to that already in use
and are as follows;
Minneapolis to Staples, Mimi. Liv-
ingston, Mont, to Logan, Mont; Gar
rison to Dixon, Mont; Spokane,
Wash, to Pasco, Wash. Pasco to Ell
lensburg, Wash; and Seattle to Ia
coma.
The block system being installed is
the telegraph block" system found
satisfactory on all lines now using it
over long stretches.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
Think All Americans are Thieves.

St. Petersburg, April "A cores
pondent of the Journal de st. Peters
burg draws rare picture of the dis
honesty which he says pervades the
highest American circles. The precau-
tions taken by social leaders to prevent
their guests from being robbed by one
another, and tells of the CONSERVATION
produced at white house reception by
sudden failure of the lights, the re-
illumination showing that the ladies
had hastily divested themselves Of their
Jewels and concealed them, the men
holding their pocketbooks.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
Should Agree on Llfe-saxing.

Washington, April s. - The British
ambassador, Sir Mortimer Durand,
called upon Acting Secretary of State
Loomis today to urge reciprocal ar
rangement between America and Great
Britain respecting the equipment of
ocean going steam vessels with life saw
ing devices. The proposition was re-
ferred to the department Of Commerce
and Labor.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
YAouls ARE SPREADING TERROR
Murder and Pillage Mark Their Trail
Through Mexico.

FL Paso, Tex, April 6.-John st.
Clair, well known prospector, whose
statements are considered reliable, has
returned from the Ysqui country near
Ures, Sonora, and reports that the In
dams are still on the warpath. He
says that Mslpuche, the old chief, is
at the head of band of over so and is
devastating the whole country, muir
dering, pillaging and burning. Grain
and cotton ranches are being abandoned
and the people are going into the towns
for protection.
The whole country is in state Of
panic. Mail routes between the small
towns have been abandoned and pro-
visions are getting scarce. Although
the country is overrun with soldiers,
he says, the Indians are fearless and
continue their depredations. st. Clair
does not believe it is safe for Americans
to go into the Yaqui country at this
time, as the Yaquis are very hostile to
Americans.
While going from Ures TO his camp
in the mountains, St. Clair heard firing
and ran into what had been an Indian
ambuscade. He found two dead Mex
leans who had been killed only few
minutes before he reached the place.
The Yaquis are armed with rifles and
are we'll supplied with cartridges, ST..
Clair says.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
Eorest Sire on South Mountains,

Gettysburg Pa, April T. Forest
fires burning over an area of thousands
of acres have started in the South
mountains, the line of fire exending a
distance of three miles. The destruc-
ton Of valuable lumber is great.
Condon globe. (Condon, Gilliam Co., Or.) 189?-1919, 1905-04-13
Linievitch Said To Be in Straits.

st. Petersburg, April 5.-General
Linievitch's position has altered for the
worse. The general staff fears that the
Japanese will be in Harbin within a
month. There is a rumor that the rail-
way has been cut near Tsitsihar.