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The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

Washington. d. C--Moving swiftly
east by south, the comet discovered By
European astronomers five days ago
was seen from the United States naval
observatory here AS it melted into
the haze above the Northwestern hori-
ION, it appeared to be large patch of
nebulOus light, without nucleus or tail.
Deep haze prevented the taking of an
accurate observation The comet was
not far from the bright star Capella.
and appeared to be moving much more
rapidly than was indicated by the OBJ
servation Of the European astronomers.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

Lebam, Wash-The heart of Lebarn
Is practically q pile of wrecksge and
debris. entirely wiped out, except for
few outlying homes and buildings. By
a fierce fire at ] o'clock Thursday,
which, while it lasted, assumed the
proportions Of q confagration- The
estimated loss is about <4O0, 900.
Single, planning and sawniIls, rail-
road depot and warehouses. business
blocks, hotels, merchandise stores and
churches ard many dwellings are in
cluded in the desclation and waste
Many Of the 600 to 800 inhabitants
we've left without homes, and worse
yet, without food, practically all man
ner Of edibles having been consumed
in the rush Of the flames. One loaf
Of bread was all that remained from
the destruction Of the bakery. Food,
however, was rushed in from Raymond.
With strong wind blowing, with
no available water except that to be
pumped from wells, and everything as
dry as finder the flames made remark
able Roadway, rushing simultaneously
in many directions, once they had
gained an uncontrolled start IN the
conveyor, in the fire room Of the Case
& Brown company sawmill.
The fire communicated Immediately
from the sawmill 10 the single and
planning mills, jumped the tracks 70
the Northern Pacific railroad yards,
licking up the depot as il ran, badly
scorching Northern Pacific train that
was passing, and then continued Ia
spread through the business and resi-
dence sections.
One building was dynamited in an
effort to check the flames, but proved
unavailing.
One hundred and fifty men are
thrown out Of employment. The saw
mill had capacity Of 100, 900 feet,
the single mill Of twice that amount
and the planning mill Of go, 900 feet.
Many automobile loads Of freight
ers rushed here from Raymond to
assist, but could do little or nothing,
because of lack Of water.
Lebam is city Of 500 to 500 inhab-
itants, located on the Chehalis & South
Bend branch Of the Northern Pacific
railroad, short distance from South
Bend. Telegraph and telephone com
munication was entirely cut off and
connection with the outside was had
by automobiles.
The city experienced a serious fire
two years ago and the burned portion
had recently been reconstructed. The
fire Thursday swept this rebuilt por-
tion and again practically wiped it out
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
|S|LIINAN IN SAFETY
United States Consul at SafiIO
Reaches Mexico City.
Trial and Condemnation As Spy
Had Been UnofciaIiy Re-
ported Offices Robbed.

Washington, d. CA complication
threatening difficulties to the media
tion conference at Niagara Falls was
partly removed Saturday when definite
word reached the State department
that Vice Consul SilIiman, arrested at
Saltillo and long sought for, had ar
rived safely at Mexico City. accom-
panied by the British vice consul at
SaltilIo. Mr.. Macmillan
The news Of Silliman's safety be-
came known at moment when Secre-
tary Bryan was making public reports
received from refugees that SilIiman
had been executed on May IS by the
federals at Saltillo- Great relief was
expressed by the cabinet members.
Several Of them said it removed one
Of the most dangerous features in the
situation.
While Mr.. Silliman himself is safe,
there remain several grave features
connected with his arrest Unofficial
reports have indicated that he was
placed under arrest while acting as a
United States consul. was imprisoned,
tried as a spy and condemned to death.
Also it was reported that the United
States consulate was entered, the Off
cial archives being taken, including
the code Of the State department.
The negotiations going on at Mag
ara Falls received the earnest atten-
tion of administration officials Satur-
day. Several exchanges occurred be-
tween the American delegates and the
officials here and the situation was
fully reviewed at the cabinet meeting.
after which further advices went for
ward to the American delegates.
Coincident with these exchanges.
there were frequent expressions Of the
view in administration quarters that
the constitutionalist element should
be brought into the proceedings.
Some counsels among the constitutions
alists share the desire Of the admins
tration to have them participate at
least to the extent of having a repre-
sentative at Niagara Falls to give in
formation, as it has been said they
will. Others. however, still maintain
that their best course is to withhold
entirely from the mediation proceed
ings so as to be free to carry on their
military operations without taking the
chance of diplomatic complications.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
news OF THE week


OHA<iil1lH kalNtN seat IN the mousse
Of commons IN the recent elections.
Thursday. May 81, was the hottest
day ever recorded at Seaside. Ore.
Wednesday. May 20, was the hot
test May 20 experienced in Portland
since 1892.
The mediators at Niagara Falls re-
port that their FIRST steps have been
successful.
Forest fires are reported In twenty
different localities in the state Of
Washington
One division Of the war fleet has
been ordered home from Mexican wa
ters for repairs.
Eleven men are indicted at Indian
spolis. Ind, for conspiracy to evade
civil service laws.
General" Coxy was granted per-
mission 70 speak from the steps Of the
national Capitol.
The total expectation Of apples 10
Europe for the season was less than
the previous year.
Hundreds of Seventh Day Adventists
are In annual conference and encamp-
ment at Fcrset Grove, Or.
Women formed bucket brigades and
saved large part Of the town Of Cam
den, NO. from destruction by fire.
IL l.. ~x.....-t "a l. u..ts---. -. .
representation Of the constitutional
lists Is being sent to the Niagara Falls
conference.
Col. Roosevelt is said TO have gotten
into harness, Immediately after ar
irving home. for the Progressive cam
paign Of 1914.
An attempt Of 1000 suffragettes to
interview King George personally re-
suited In pitched battle with a regi-
ment Of police.
II is reported that Roosevelt will
stump the state Of California in aid Of
his old friend and running mate,
Hiram johnson.
Chas. f. Mellen, ex-president Of the
New York. New Haven & Hartford,
declares government ownership is the
only solution Of the railroad problem.
Representative Of five National
banks met In San Francisco and signed
papers for the establishment of the
Reserve banks for the Twelfth dis
trict.
The director of the Argentine OBJ
servatory believes the comet now in
sight is the same that was observed
and recorded by French scientists 1874
years ago.
A Federal grand jury at Pittsburg
has voted indictments against five EN-
ployes Of the Carbon Steel Co., for
furnishing defective steel for Panama
canal locks.
Miss Margaret Wilson. daughter Of
the President, sang for three phono-
graph records. which are now being
advertised for sale. in an adj. bearing
also the picture Of Miss Wilson.
Jacob A. Riis. noted social and re-
form writer. is seriously i'll with heart
trouble.
The Norwegian steamer Atlantis,
with 80 refugees returning to Tampi-
co. went aground and navy tugs were
called to her assistance by wireless.
Tin Of good quality is regarded as
a nuisance in some parts Of Alaska,
WHARF IL Ia bafner fhrouyn aa,l, h., AZ.
gold miners. In the richest spots as
much as half pound to the pan is re-
ported. which. at the present price of
ore. would give the gravels value Of
SIS TO $50 yard.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
Federal Troops to Stay
In Colorado Strike Zone

Denver - Assurances given by the
secretary Of war that there is no in
tention of removing Federal troops
from the strike districts in the Colo
RADIO coal fields soon, caused general
satisfaction among strikers, mine
owners and state officials Governor
Ammons made it known that he was
anxious to have the United States cav
airy guard the districts until the state
can take care Of the situation This
has to do with procuring funds through
the 81, 900. 900 bond issue provided by
the legislature. Of the 81, 900, 900,
however, more than $500, 900 already
has been exhausted
Governor Ammons' position is that,
even if the Federal troops are with
drawn, he will not send the militia
back to the coal fields until The pres
ence there Of the militia is imperative
Under the resolution providing for
its appointment the commission is en-
powered to conduct an investigation,
TO assist the governor in restoring and
maintaining order and ito consider
ways and means of restoring and main
tanning peace and good order through
out the state" Under the last pro-
vision, it was said, the COMMITTEES
would consider plans for mediation
The resolution creating the commit
tee provides that it shall investigate
whether the coal companies have beer
observing the state law relative tc
check weighmen, permitting workmer
to trade where they please, non-dis-
elimination in the employment of I'M
ion and non-union miners, wages PAID
miners, amount Of state coal lands un-
der lease and terms of these leases anc
the causes Of the present strike
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
Venus Statue Is Found.

Rome-A life-sized statue Of Venus
has been found by excSvators near Cv-
rene. North Africa. which in the early
centuries was the seat Of Greek cul-
ture- The statue. which dates back
to the sixth century - the time Of
Praxitelss. the celebrated Greek sculp-
tors Of Parian marble and once
stood IN the temple Of Apollo. The
head and arms are missing and the ex-
esvstors are searching for them The
Venus, which Is considered a master
piece Of Greek sculpture. will be placed
IN the Nstional museum at Rome.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
GARY THINKS BIG BUSINESS
WILL HAVE SOME CHANCE

New York-The country is entering
on new era of big business, accord
ing to Judge E. II. Gary, chairman of
the board of directors of the United
States Steel corporation, in an address
at the opening of the annual meeting
Of the American Iron and Steel insti-
tute.
"As read the signs of the times, -
said Judge Gary, there is a well-de-
veloped sentiment throughout this
country in favor of giving business a
fair chance"
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
IMPORTANT MILITARY MAPS
BELIEVED TO BE STOLEN

Honolulu, 7. H--Army circles here
are stirred over the reported theft
from army headquarters of complete
maps and information concerning the
Island Of Oahu
The theft is said to have been dis
covered on the morning of May 9, and
a continuous investigation is said to
have been in progress since
A wooden map case containing COM
plete information about the island was
found shattered, according to authentic
reports, and its contents, including
maps of trails and accounts of water
supplies and food sources, were miss
ing.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
Mother Jones Says Women
Failure in Use of Ballot

New York Mother" Jones, organ
izer Of the United Mine Workers, re-
Gently under detention in Colorado.
and now here to plead for the striking
miners Of that state. at a dinner in
her honor, disappointed many hear
ers with her views on the vote for
women.
have never seen any material
benefits result from granting women
tbs. vote, she said. She pointed to
the conditions in Colorado as bearing
out her views"
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
Balkans Persecutions On

Washington. D. c. - The Turkish
embassy issues this statement:
The Imperial Ottoman embassy has
been informed that prosecutions Of all
kinds which the population Of the ceded
provinces have committed against
their men protesting the Mohammedan
religion have caused the Ottoman gov
eminent to address an urgent request
70 the Balkan cabinets in order 10 cut
an end to this persecution which would
compel the Mussulmans to abandon
their homes The number Of emf
grants already has reached 500. 900. -
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
Party Snubs Emperor.

Berlin-Confusion and uproar mark
ed the closing session of the German
Imperial parliament The members of
the Socialist party, instead of retiring
before the usual cheers for the err
peror were called for, remained and
refused to rise Speaker Johannes
Kaempf Immediately called attention
to this breach of respect to the en-
peror, on which the Socialists shouted.
That is our affair, - and tried to down
the cheers with boots and hisses-
These were arrested by tumultous ap-
plause from the other parties.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
War Balloon to Be Tried

San Diego. Cal. - A new dirigible
balloon is to be brought to San Diego
from Vienna. for use by the First aero
corps Of the army with view to as
pertaining its value in military opera
tions. The new war craft is brought
on the recommendation of Lieutenant
Thomas Dewitt Milling. who when at
Vienna was much impressed with its
possibilities.
The dirigible is capable of carrying
10 passengers, crew Of five, three
machine guns and sufficient bombs to
wreck a city. The balloon is 81 meters
long and cost 500. 600.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
More Pay for Night Work Aim.

Washington, d. C.-Senator Lewis,
of Illinois, is author of bill entitled
to reduce night work in postofiees, -
but which, in actuality, is bill to in
crease the pay Of night employees in
postoffices- The bill provides that
hereafter As minutes night work per-
formed by clerks and carriers in first
and second-elass postoffices shall be
computed the same as one hour day
work, night work being that per
formed after 6 p. m and before a m
The bill has not yet been considered
by the postoffice committee.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
Explorer Reported Safe.

Berlin-BsrOn Erland Won Norden-
senold, the leader of the Norwegian
South American exploring expedition.
who was reported to have been killed
BY Indians. March Il, last. is safe.
The news Of his escape from the In
disns reached here in a letter from
Santa Cruz de Ia Sierra. Bolivia, dated
March 81, which reported his arrival
at Trinidad, the capital Of the Bolivian
department Of Benz.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
Police Lieutenant Guilty
of First Degree Murder

New York-Charles Becker, lieuten-
ant of police. for the second time was
held responsible Saturday by a jury
for the Rosenthal murder, which near
ly two years ago awoke New York to
a realization of corruption in the po-
lice department and opened a new era
of police reform.
Becker, was found guilty of murder
IN the first degree. Only a pardon or
interference again by the Court of APP
peals can save him from following to
the electric chair the four gunner who
shot Herman Rosenthal, the gambler.
early on the morning of July 16, 1912.
The jury decided that the gunner were
Becker's agents.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
Rebels Protect Foreioners.

Washington. d. C. - Constitution
slists who have occupied San Bias. on
the west coast Of Mexico. have en-
forced order and have given protection
TO foreigners. according to report
from Rear Admiral Howard.
1t Is currently reported. 4" said a
statement from the department, that
large numbers Of federals are desert
ing to the rebels in the Topic district.
The embargo on American shipping
has been lifted In other respects
conditions are reported as unchanged
on the Pacific -
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
DirigibLe Tnupels East.

Berlin-The new navy dirigible bal
loon LIS arrived at POtsdsm Saturday,
after a S4-hour trip from Friedriehs-
hafen. The dirigible still had gaso-
line sufficient for 16 hours more fly
ing An average speed Of nearly go
miles an hour was made and at one
time over short stretch the balloon
reached speed Of 90 miles an hour.
While over Heligolsnd the LIS was
IN wireless communication with dirig-
iole l.Z-24, which was then over Freid-
riehshafen.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

Nevers-In order to show her con
ndenes IN detachable parachute in
vented By her husband. Mre- Gavat de
Castella dropped $500 feet from an
aeroplane- She landed gently on the
grass Of the ssrodrone, and a crowd
carried her shouider-high from the
field.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

Cnieago-A year-old boy was given
IN court Thursday by his mother, Mrs.
Pauline Hubet, as security for a S33
board bill The baby was turned over
to Mrs Rudolph Peterson. with whom
Mrs Hubet formerly lodged By order
OF the court the mother may call as
often as she desires. but not take
away her son until the bill is paid.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
Mexican Drops in Duel.

Douglas. Ariz--In a revolver duel
IN the business section of Douglas,
Edursdo Soto, Mexican. "a years old.
was shot and killed by Luke Short, a
mounted customs Inspector. Short
sttemped to arrest Soto. who was rid
ing on a wagon,- The Mexican opened
tire on the officer from his seat and
then jumped to the ground, using the
wagon as breastwOrks. Short dis
mounted and fired from behind his
horse After 10 shots had been ex-
changed. Soto ran down an alleyto the
rear Of q store. where he fell.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

show how deeply and sincerely We
cherish the memory OF those for
whom the Earlands are twinod. II will
be necessary for some mon to mako
speeches and for others 20 listen. For
the benefit OF the listeners an well as
OF the speakers. recipe for Memo.
rial day address. furnished by one
who may be a bit cynical. II given.
Take three stories. strictly fresh.
Add one tablespoonful each OF ancient
aud medieval history: allow to come
10 boil. and settle with chip OF
Plymouth Rock. Add slowly 10 drops
OF webster's extract OF American ROY.
oiution (tes navoringl Pour over
one quart Appomattox apple sauce.
Stir In rapidly sin Eallons solid faeta
The heavier the better. Heat up thor.
oushly four or more modern problems.
nrpt being careful TO separate them
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

blae line that waivers At times In
spite 81 tbs heruic attempts TO
throw or the weight q years. This
Is the pathetic feature Of Memo
rial day. The broken ranks. the TAI
tsrfng footsteps. the snowy locks.
the stooping shoulders. the hating
gait the shortening ilns that each
year brings bear silent testimony to
thu fact that Il = only a matter Of a
few T<ars anti the shin blue line win
have become blessed memory-xhsn
the last OF the boys Of 81 yin have
answered the rrAl roll call. when taps
win have been sounded over the last
gallant defender Of the Union
However. there Is little 70 fear be-
cause OF the possibility that Memorial
day VII be permitted 70 die. that ths
memories Of that mighty host viii not
be preserved Another and younger
generation Of patriots Is filing in the
gap occzzioned BY the passing OF the
G. A r. The Spanish War Veterans
the Etzivzrr line OF brown, the khaki
dad yoanx heroes Who emulzred the
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
Iee Wlaaon Strike SettIed

Minneapolis-The strike Of the 900
iee-wagon drivers and their helpers.
IN progress during the past week. has
been settled Under the agreement
the men receive an advance Of So SO a
month and a percentage on all sales.
which, It IS said. averages about 50 50.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

Nuzquiz, Coahuila. Mex Sixteen
lives were lost in a tornado which
swept this town Thursday Hail stones
OF enormous size fell and several who
lost their lives were killed by being
struck by the stones.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28


tower Of the Theological seminary on
the edge Of the town. The engagement
was Desperate" he declared. ~And the
Union forces seemed 10 be getting the
worst Of II when ! suddenly saw the
corps nsx OF General Reynolds I had
no one TO communicate with. go sent
one OF my men 10 Buford. who rushed
up and seized my glasses. and on see
Ing Reynolds said. Now We can hold
this place Very shortly after this
General Reynolds and his stan came
up and. seeing Buford IN the cupola.
be cried out what's tho matter,
Johnr The DEVILS 10 payl' and 20.
Ing down the ladder he met General
Reynolds. who raid. 4 hope you can
hold out until my corps comes up 4
reckon can was Bufords reply.
Reynolds thcn suggested that they
ride out and nee about Il. General.
do not expose yourself too much. said
nuford. but Reynolds laughed and
moved nearer stilI. After giving some
directions 10 Buford. which showed
his determination 10 concentrate and
TO nght. General Reynolds again
mounted hts horse and rode away TO
meet tho head OF his column. The
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28
Reserve Bank Starts in
Nelr York District

: New York = The Federal Reserve
Bank. of the Second reserve division,
organized in accordance with the new
Federal banking laws, was formally
launched Wednesday at the New York
clearing house, when representatives
Of Albany, Syracuse. Buffalo and New
York City National banks were sworn
in as ineorporators Of the new institu-
ton.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

TIE Time 4 again at hand 70
pay tribute 10 our honorod
dead. TO indulge IN Mara
thon runs. TO enter con-
tosts for silver cups and
TO secure tickets that will
admit US to the double
headers at the baseball
grounds. 80 that we may
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

Kansas ECity, Mo.-Ten bankers,
representing five banks. signed the pa
pers of incorporation of the Federal
Reserve bank for the Tenth district
here Wednesday. The bank is to be
located in Kansas City. The signers
represented banks in Omaha, Denver,
Lincoln, Rawlins, .sndi Muskogee.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

iE tragic death OF Gen.
John y. Reynolds occurred
lees than an hour after
the beginning OF the battle
Of Gettysburg. The best
account OF this has been
given by . member OF the
Union army sigpal corps.
Ia 49, xnlnAI1< krl.n. H..
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

From Atlantic to Pacific
From the Pine Tree 70 Lone Star.
They nre xzsh'rinr round Old Glory.
And they're marching 70 ths var.
Don't you hear the h9rses prancfnx7
Don't F01 hear the sahrea ciash1
Don't you hear he cannona roarinr7
Don't you hear the mrnkets crash7
pIn't you smell the smoke OF battie7
On. yo4T w1sh mat you had Kone
When you Lear the shouts and cheering
FOR tho boys who whipped tbs Dont
Thtre'u be Yankees. thercfn be J0hnnies
Th<rc'u be North and South no more.
When the boys come marching h0mewarl
With Old Glory borne before.
Froh Atlantic to Pacific.
FINN the Pine Tree 10 Lone star.
They'll - ono beneath Old Glory
After coming from the war.
u.
The Parma herald. (Parma, Idaho) 1903-1917, 1914-05-28

. far A. those TO whom the
day Was originally dedi.
Gated are concerned. the
crest has been passed
The tide IA ebblng. The
army Of stalwRrt men who
once marched With meas
ured tread and upright
.hnnl.t.ra 4. in.lar ~. -.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-01-27

MONEY 10 LEND on real estate,
amounts and time to suit. Leonard-Wil.
liams Co., 725 Woodward Bldg. 10-22-tf
FIRST mortgage loans made promptly.
Helena Land Co., 20l Brown-Marx.
LIFT