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The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08
lowAN klLLED BY TRAIN.

Martin Ryan, Car lnspsetcr Meets
Death In clinton Yards.
Clinton. Iowa, Jan. S,--Martin Ryan,
ear inspector for twenty -eight years
with the North Western. In the Clin-
ton yards, was instantly killed by a
train while at work last night.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08
.JOSRERS GET one
Onto SKULASON
EXPLANATION OF HIS FAILURE
~ TO MENTION BuRDlck.
ch Qrker TaISss the Story In Good
shA ys7ersonaI Notes Of North Da-
kotans ,he capitot-Tho Kinder
garten &

Bismarck. N. Jan, S.--A good
story is being circulated about
the Hobbies on Representative
3. @. slxulason OF Grand Forks. Skull
ason was candidate for speaker and
II seems that he felt so confident of
being elected that he had prepared a
neat little nominating speech, which
he intended some one Of his friends
would deliver for MIN. This speech
was well written. but of course the
name of the candidate was left blank.
Bardi held onto the set piece even af-
ter he lost out in the speakership, and
when the house was proceeding with
the election OF a speaker Mr..
Skulason nominated Speaker Bur
dick In a very eloquent eul-
ogy. Skulason, however, had for
gotten about the fact that the name Of
the man to be nominated In his speech
had been left blank, and after paying
an eloquent tribute to the qualiics-
tions OF certain man he sat down
Many representatives called name
your candidate" Skulason hooked
dumfounded and arose and said he
thought he had named his man at the
beginning. When the above story
got out SSulason got his share OF the
joshing.
The Kindergarten held its, first ses-
sion last night with Senator LaNoure
few new applications were favorably
acted upon and regular meeting nights
will be announced later
900
The Misses Alice Lewis and Irene
Carpenter, both Of Fargo, arrived yes
terday for the inaugural ball tonight.
Miss Lewis Is the daughter OF Lteuten-
ant Governor Lewis.
Col Alex Scarlet of AIinot, accom-
panied by his orderly, Private e. L.
Sutton, has arrived for the inaugural
party and Is located at the Northwest.
Mrs F. q. Talcott. wife of Senator
Talcotts Of Buffalo, n IN the city. with
the senator for the purpose Qf taking
in the big state function NIesdaa1aes
p ~ Dibley and wv. u. Price, wives
Of two OF the Cass county delegation,
reached the city last night tor the
Inaugural party.
Attorney General Andrew Miller !s
getting the legal department OF the
state government moving in fine shape,
90 II
Colonel Creel, who has been hers
since the opening Of the legislature.
left last night FOR HIS homo at Devils
Lake
.sr f.-'.v-A ~
State Veterinarian Or. Crewe, OF
Devils Lake has arrived in the capi-
tai and will proceed TO get busy in
the interests Of live stock sanitary
Legislation which will be brought mp.
y SO
Mrs. James Collins, wife OF Repres-
entative Collins, OF Grand Forks, In
among the arrivals for the inaugural
bail.
Senators Trimble and KufTel and
several members OF the lower body
visited the state peilitentiary today
and inspected that institution.
/ " y . : I. a go :.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08
MESSAGE TO
Go ON TABLE
Committee Brings IN Red Hot
Final Report Today
SAY IT Is "INRESPONSlVE

CHAIRMAN PERKINS, OF TIE
SPECIAL COMMITTEE APPOINT
ED TO MAKE REcoMMENDA- :.
TIoN TO CONGRESS ON RoosE-
vELT's "sEcRET SERVICE"
MESSAGE SAYS IMPEACHMENT
or CONGRESS is MPEAcH-
MENT OF THOSE WHO CHOSE
4 CONGRESS.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08


Adtutant General Poole practically certain The al
which he win bring the court martial The orders that
special Poole
general. 1szs.t.5 '.s stet tsq 9*+sss
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08
Send a Want Ad. 10
Knock ON Opporlsl-
Iaity's Door For You.

II has been claimed that .Sp-
peFaunity hheeias but enee on
your door, or course that -
mot true within Thousand or
20 of the real nanabep Of such
''kneeise" bus. te aysld delays.
send pour want ads. TO knock on
Opnertunity's deer 1ar 7ou land
10 keep on knocking until there
Ii q respanse.
yEs, THE WANT AD KNOWS
ThE AHpsEssi
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08

Senators Trimble and Kuffel and
several members Of the lower body
visited the state pehitentiary today
and inspected that institution.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08
BURKE Threatens To CALL
Co. "A To REMOVE PO0LE

Trouble Over Fight for Office Of Adant General Peake
and Burke Confer With PoOle's Attorney.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08

Continued on Page Seven.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08

The Kindergarten held it's. first ses-
sion last night with Senator LaMoure
A few new applications were favorably
acted upon and regular meeting nights
will be announced later.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08

Attorney General Andrew Miller !s
getting the legal department of the
state government moving in fine shape.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08

Colonel Creel, who has been hers
since the opening OF the legislature,
left last night for HIS home at Devils
Lake.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08

State Veterinarian DR.. Crewe, OF
Devils Lake has arrived in the capi-
tai and will proceed TO get busy in
the interests OF live stock sanitary
legislation which viii be brought mp.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1909-01-08

Mrs. James Collins, wife OF Repres-
entative Collins, OF Grand Forks, In
among the arrivals for the inaugural
bail. A
New-York tribune., 1909-04-25
Drawing by George Brehm

Nothing. sir Only thought heard a shot fired,
and | called Thompson. $3.50
You didn't go up yourself!
NO only 10 take Thompson, waited IN tte cdI
while he knocked on the door
Where did YOU find Thompson!
"On the fifth floor. / went down to the boiler
room at first, thinking he was there; theh IIleu
each floor till | found him.
What time did you hear the report;
about half past eleven O'Clock
How many people have you taken up on the ele-
0rIV one or two Mr. Moffett went up his
office on the ninth at eight o'clock or So he must be
there now-Mr Smythe, on the fourth; but ne leIT
At ten O'Clock, about don't remember the others
81 Gstro now turned to the night watchman, ThomP-
son heavy set hairy man, who stood with MS
mouth open, listening as if fascinated
What have you been doing this evening, IhomP-
WHY. had bite of lunch in the boiler room at
about eight o'clock Then at nine made my rounds
to see if everything ali right. have to look lor
signs of fires burglars or anything wrong you
How many offices were lighted up"
Smvthe's and Moffetts and Mr MlddIebury s.
that's all | remember, slr r,,,,
.Wbere were YOU when this boy called you:
ON the stairs going up to the sixth floor
This IS the only elevator running at nght;
Yes sir I'm supposed to keep run OF this boy
and see he stays till midnight
At this moment two OfflcerS dppedIed a. I4e eiI-
trance Astro turned to McCIraw- Tell them to
keen hidden outside" he SAID, and nab anyone
leaving the building. Now we II go up and see "IaI
has happened.
the five entered the car Astro, whose look had
~ fallen upon the rubber mating On the noor'
moved over nearer the elevator boy, and, pushing
hin, little aside picked up slip OF paper on Whch
he had been standing 1t proved TO be blank, how
ever. but the Seer put it away IN ms pocketoook-
The bov slammed the door and the car started up e
shaft Astro touched the boys arm
StOD at the ninth foorl he commanded
The elevator boy looked up in surprise but pulled
New-York tribune., 1909-04-25

from his hand as he spoke and he turned white at
the scrutiny of his interlocutor.
The Seer gaZed for Il moment without speaking at
the small smooth shaven, anxious looking man who
confronted him. He wore iron spectacles and was
shabbilv dressed His thin, bony hands trembed
Did YOU fire that pistol this evening""
Why no-of course not!
What were YOU cleaning 1t tor
WHY always carry it when go home live
out at Kingsbridge, and there have been SO many
hod-ups-'
/. Did you hear shot fired in this building to-
night" ,,a-.....,.u,. ;.o-,,..., r.,
put his hand to his head. " You don't mean-thercs
anything happened?" he faltered.
Instead of answering. Astro walked over, picked
UP the revolver from the floor and examined 1t The
chambers were empty. Next, he looked at the box
of cartridges, Five were missing. OF these, tour
were scattered on the desk
when did you fire this gun last" he demanded.
Last night-at a cat sad MOf1ett.
McCIraw laughed aloud.
Astro went to the window, threw up the sash, and
looked out The roof of the adjoining building
only two stories below. He gave 1t a glance then
lowered the window and walked to the door.
VIII | bring him along, SIR said McGraw-
No, leave him alone Mr.. Moffett, remain here
till we come for YOU please And with that, Astro
went out In the hall he turned to McGraW.
You don't mind my taking charge of this he
You bet | don'tl" McGraw exclaimed. But
don't see why YOU want Motfett to make get
away
He can't get past the men down stairs, can
That's right But did you see any empty cart
ridge shells on the roof below"
No. But We'll have to examine the roof later.
Now we'll go up to Middebury's Office. We've lost
too much time already
HAVE you key to Middlebury's office, Thomp-
H SOM" he asked on reentering the elevator.
No sir. Mr. Middlebury lost one of his Office keys
this week, and was given the duplicate the superin-
New-York tribune., 1909-04-25
Don't Arrest Her
Please Don't" Shrieked
the Elevator Boy

r. Was las, after midnight when Astro's
/ green lToGghan, bringing him, with Va
lesha, ms assistant up town, was al1PPeI
soSudderlr that both we're nearly thrown OF
The seat They were driving along Canal-st,
and, as the vicinity was apparently deserted,
the Seer Of Secrets looked IN surprise from the
window 70 See what the matter
police officer was speaking IN tones OF com
nand 70 the driver Astro, recognizing him
as Lieutenan, Nc(1rag. smiled in relief The
police officer caTne to the window with his hat
II his hand
Il beg your pardon. sir. but I recognized
your cab. So | Just ordered Your man TO stop
! wanted u speak TO YOU a moment. All,
Mss Nynne. Il $ glad | am TO see YOU,
kaleska gave him her hand and q smile
I've JUS been called from the office, said
AcGTaw, on case that may be interesting,
as l know how YOU ike mysteries. Perhaps
You might help me out. even" And Otccr McTra"
Elnked elabOratelv When It comes TO giving a
cook the third degree. raidng Joint, IN there
with The goods. but this looks like a murder, and
murders are s0InetIrnes-''
i see" said Astro suavelv. Well, if YOU can
cToEd II here, We II 20 with YOU Where IS It
Just round the corner here, at the AspenWall
Building on Grand-st" And, after Astro had gwen
the order 70 the driver Mc(1raw went on Ou see,
the night atctn has just telephoned for an oiilcer
Is something suspicious has happened lie seemed
excited, and Il may turn out something DONG o II
nay not"
Well III be glad to be first the ground, at any
Tate SAID AstrO That ought to make II easier 70
solve, II i should happen 10 be mystery.
II had scarcely finished when the brougha1n DIRE"
- up Al the entrance 10 the AspenWaII Building
iull bearded man IN Jumper and overalls was wait
ing scowling in the doorway. He came Immediately
forward
There's a murder or a suicide been committed
here, In afraid" p" he began; but didn't want 70
DO anything till had the police. to be on the SAFE
SIDE It's up on the tenth story, in Mr MlddIebury 5
Office
, Has anyone lett the building since you teie-
phoned. :"
-, No / made sure Of that. The elevator boy
thought he heard shot fired and went around 10
:. 81 the lighted Offices They were all r1ght except aC
knocked"
I1o| many tenants in the building no"
There have only been two or three here to-Il8ht |,
@ ala some went before this thing happened mere ;
.41y one know of,--Mr MOfett, on the ninth L
ago"
sad Astro
Alter the party had entered the corridor, McGra"
1i8 up The Office then returned 10 the elevator ne
10y mad Just come out and was standing with white,
seafed face IN the corridor He was a thin, ane1nc
ilguth of eighteen, with red hair and rowing. pale
'iae eyes WIKI diiated pupils.
VOW Young fellow, SAID McGraw, what do you
AAo" about thisl"
New-York tribune., 1909-04-25

the lever and threw open the
hall door
You wait here, ," said Astro to
Thompson and the lad Come
on. McGraw Wen see Mottett
first. "
They walked down the hall
and round corner till they came
to lighted door. Astro, with
out knocking. threw the door
wide open. 1t was small room,
and at a rolltop desk a man
jumped up quickly in consterna-
ton In one hand he held re-
volver. in the other cleaning in
strument. \ box of cartridges
was open beside him. He stared
at his unexpected visitors.
Good evening, Mr. Mottett,
SAID Astro. What are You do
ing with that pistol"
Why I'm - cleaning It.
Al -. I'll, 100 - ! I,y,-..I
Arizona republican., 1909-09-09

of Peary's men in possession of one of his depots and had turned them out unceremoniously.
 It is settled that Cook will send a ship to take to America the two Els kimos who accompanied him on the last stage of the journey as well as some of the party sent back when the last stage began. Captain Sverdrup may command the expedition: it is Cooks desire that he do so. They con ferred today regarding the details. Cooks purpose in wanting his Eskimo comrades in America is to have them relate their story of the trip to the pole. He proposes to have them ex- amined by men familiar with the Arc tic and the Eskimo including members of Peary's party if they wish.
 Dr. Cooks apparent confidence is the greatest factor working in his support in Copenhagen. Those who have talked with him agree that he is ab- solutely a sincere simple man. or else deserves a pedestal in history as one of the greatest of actors. When the latter alternative was suggested to him he merely expressed the conviction that time even if there was no other evidence would confirm his statements because with the rapid advance of the means of travel his route would soon be visited by others who could pass judgment on his testimony. Dr. Cook s constitution is of iron. In the last three nights he averaged three and onehalf hours sleep sitting up to the small hours attending to his core spondence and arising at 6 to resume his task. but he shows no i'll effects of the strain.
 His engagements today included a luncheon given in hi. honor by the
Arizona republican., 1909-09-09
DEVASTATION WORSE
 THAN FIRST REPORTED
LA ASCENSION IS ENTIRELY DE-
 STROYED.
Returning Priests Bring to Monterey
 Stories of Death and Disaster.

Monterey Mex. Sept. S.-A number of village priests after making jour neys over miles of devastated coun- try arrived here today bringing the first news of the destruction wrought by the recent floods in the outlying districts.
 Their stories indicate that the havoc is more widespread than at first be- lieved A priest of Arramberi inform ed Archbishop Lenares that Arramberi was destroyed and his people wander ing over the country in search of food The destruction of the roads has made it impossible to send in supplies.
 The story brought in by the priest of La Ascension is that this town and its population of 2000 have entirely disappeared He does not know where the people are.
 Not a stone was left upon stone, ' the priests said. Where there were once rich farms there is nothing now but water Another priest from AL lende says that place also has disap peared with large loss of life and the fields are converted into lakes.
 The priests were more than a week in making their way into Monterey. Aid is urgently needed in these outly- ing districts, particularly as the au- thorities are busy with Monterey and its vicinity. Bustament and La Els eondia have been added to the list of destroyed villages.
Arizona republican., 1909-09-09
THE KNOCKERS CLUB.
Growing Membership of the Anti Cook
 Element.

Seattle, Sept. S.-Cook's assertion that in 1906 he reached the summit of Mt. Mckinley, Alaska, 20,464 feet high, was from the beginning received with skepticism in Alaska, British Colum- bia. and Puget Sound. There were two reasons for skepticism. First, his dash to the peak was accomplished easily where more experienced and better equipped mountaineers failed, Second, nearly all the members of the party of eight, who went to the mountain say Cook could not have made the ascent as claimed by him. These men have constantly discredit- ed the doctors story, now speaking for the first time. It should be remember ed that the men have a grievance against Cook; they say he did not pay them the wages he promised.
 Walter P. Miller, who went with Cook as a photographer on the Mount Mckinley expedition in which Cook alleges he attained the summit and whose pictures Cook used to illustrate his book on the ascent of the peak, said to the Associated Press today: T don't believe Cook climber Mount Me Kinley and I don't think he ever reached the pole"
Arizona republican., 1909-09-09
DETROIT PHYSICIAN
 N SERIOUS TROUBLE
Arrested in Connection With Probable
 Murder of MabeIie MilInan.

Detroit, Mich, Sept. S.-Dr- George A Fitch, a well known practitioner of this city, was arrested tonight in connection with the death of Miss Mabelle Millman of Ann Artor, whose dismembered body was found in two sacks sunk in Ecorse creek.
 The arrest of Fitch followed the return of Sheriff Gaston from Ann Arbor, where he had been looking up clews. The sheriff looked through the postOffice records of Ann Arbor in the hope of learning who sent the registered letter containing money Miss Millman received from home just before leaving on a trip to Detroit three weeks ago.
 T am convinced the girl was sent money by some man in order that she might have surgical operation per formed,' said the sheriff. This led her to leave home and deceive her parents. The operation proved un- successful and she died. Then the body was dismembered and thrown in the creek. The girl was prepared, in my opinion, to meet her fate and aided in the plans for secrecy should death follow"
Arizona republican., 1909-09-09

New York. Sept. S.-The lie was hurled today concerning the discov- cry of the pole and the foundat ppn was laid for a controversy unparalled in history. Peary is making uncertain progress southward off the coast of Labrador in his ship. the Roosevelt but there came from his today a mes- sage as direct as his homeward jour ney has been slow. It challenges the varacity of Cook and further com plicates the situation that the whole world is discussing
 Peary discredits Cooks claims, with the intimation that Peary alone plant ed the flag at the pole. and Dr. Cook must substantiate his claim. At Cop enhagen Cook when shown his rivals statement stood by his guns and de- clined to enter the debate calmly as- serting that his records will sustain him By those skeptical of Cooks discovery Peary's challenge is re- ceived with qualification, while tc Dr. Cooks supporters was signal of war.
Arizona republican., 1909-09-09
The Lie Has Passed in the Peacok Controversy and Friends Both ae
 Lining Up in Battle Array
 Self Says Demonstrate the Truth Story Tme-EahIs
 Accused of Stealing the Others Supplies

British minister and a motor trip in the country to attend dinner given by Mrs. Gammel, whose husband if nanced several Danish expeditions All day dispatches from America re- garding Peary's charges poured into Copenhagen. The newspapers contain only one unpleasant article. Politi- ken, in it's leader tonight, says: Danes remembering Peary's bad treatment of one of their own explorers will not be surprised at his attitude toward Dr. Cook
 The general attitude here is one of suspended judgment until evidence is produced. pr. Cooks lecture before the geographical society caused a pro- found disappointment because the people expected more convincing proofs than Dr. Cook has given He contented himself with repeating what had already appeared in the form of a statement in newspapers. Enthusi- asm over the announcement of Peary's success has not waned in the least
 Cook. if his plans do not miscarry. will sail for the United States on Sun day and arrive September 21. By that time Peary will nave reached home, but no one yet has suggested the possibility of a dramatic meeting between the two. Peary's statement reflecting on Cooks achievement came first to the Associated Press. Peary sent message replying to an urgent request for an authoritative statement and some comment concerning Cook. Cook, as yet, has supporters both home and abroad. Many of the con- tinental American scientists are mark ing time pending developments.
Arizona republican., 1909-09-09
DR. COOKS DEMEANoR.
He Is Firm in His Contentious Pre-
 viousIy Made.

Copenhagen. Sept ST have been to the north pole. As I said when I heard of Commander Peary's success. If he says he has been to the pole, believe him. I am going to place facts and figures and worked out observa- tions before the joint tribunal of the scientific bodies of the world. In due course I shall be prepared to make public an announcement that will ef- fectually dispel any doubt, if there can be such, of the fact that have reach ed the pole.'
 This is the reply pr. Cook made to- night to Peary. Coming so quickly upon the dramatic incidents of the week, Peary's dispatch denying that Cook had achieved the triumph for which he is feted and honored in Cop enhagen, has been read here with feel ings of amazement and concern. But Cook himself seems in no wise disturb ed. He was perfectly cool and appar- ently unmoved when confronted to- night with telegrams from the United States saying that Peary had denounc- ed him as an imposter. His deneanor was not changed in the slightest from the day he landed in Copenhagen. Cooks friends had urged him to make a statement, but he said repeatedly that all he had to say for the present was that he possessed proofs that he visited the pole April 21. 1908.
 When it was suggested that his chances of proving his case might be ruined unless he made a satisfactory statement immediately. he smiled and asked how a man could be ruined by popular clamor calling him an impos- ter. when he had his facts which could and would be published when they were in proper form to be given out
 Regarding the controversy over his alleged taking of Peary's stores, Cook asserts that he has written and other satisfactory evidence that Peary took his stores. perhaps believing him dead Harry Whitney is personally ae- quainted with all the facts and, per haps what he has to say when he re- turns may be interesting" added the explorer. Then Dr. Cook remarked quietly: Make as little as you can of this and don't say anything disagree able about Peary."
 pr Cook continued: "I will not en- ter into any controversy over the sub ject with Peary further than to say that if he says I have taken his Eski- mos my reply is that Eskimos are mo- mads They are owned by nobody and are not the private property of either Peary or myself The Eskimos en- gagged by me were paid ten times what they agreed to accompany me for As to the story that Peary says I took provisions stored by him, my reply is that Peary took my provisions, obtain ing them from the custodian on $he plea that I had been so long absent that he was going to organize relief stations for me in case I should be alive. For this have documentary proof"
 pr. Cook told Captain Syerdrup and another friend the day after he land ed that he hoped there would be D unpleasantness over supplies with the Peary. party; that he had found some