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The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
Valley City High ...s
Alumni Entertain
Graduating Glass

Valley City, N. D., June 22.-One OF
the merriest of the festivities Of the
high school commencement was the
annual banquet given in honor of the
graduating class of 1916. 1t was held
in the parlors of the Methodist church.
which were appropriately decorated
with flowers and foliage in the class
colors, green and white. Eighty-two
had assembled in response to the call
that went out from the secretary.
Nearly every class of the alumni asso-
citation was represented by letter, If
not in person. The delicious banquet
served by the Ladies' Aid of the M. e.
church was greatly enjoyed.
The officers for the ensuing year
were elected as follows:
President-Gordon Vallandigham.
Vice President-Laura Hedstrum.
Secretary-Mabel Wfnkler.
Treasurer-Mertice Aldahl.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
DEMOCRATS PLAN
STRONG CAMP AIGN

WASHINGTON, June 21-Plans for an
aggressive campaign to begin imme-
diately were laid by Vance Mccormick,
newly elected chairman of the Demo-
cratic national committee, at confer
ences with President Wilson, Repre-
sentative Glass. the new secretary of
the committee, Secretary McAdoo,
Postmaster General Burleson, Secre-
tary Tumulty and several other Demo-
cratic leaders.
Mr.. Mccormick arrived from his
home in Harrisburg. Pa. and spent
three hours with the president. Later
he visited most of the members of
the cabinet now at Washington, and
went to the capitol to see con-
gressional leaders who will take an
important part in the campaign.
'I have begun my work and from
now on will devote my entire time to
pushing the Democratic campaign"
said Mr. Mccormick last night. THE
plans have not been put in shape
yet, but expect to see the president
again in s few days. and soon we will
have everything in working order"
The main headquarters Of the Demo-
cratic national committee will be To-
Gated in New York, but much Of the
work will be done here and in Chi
cago. Mr.. Mccormick expects to be
IN new 4Ork CO1lOTIOW TO CONFER WlCfl
leaders. The first work, he said to-
day, will be to select a campaign
committee of about eleven members,
of which he will be ex-officio chair
man.
The date for formally notifying
President Wilson of his denomination
probably will not be fixed until after
the Republican committee announces
plans for the notification of Mr.
Hughes. It has been practically de-
cided, however, that Mr.. Wilson will
receive the notification committee al
Shadow Lawn, mis- summer home in
New Jersey. The president already
has begun preliminary work on his
speech Of acceptance. It will empha-
size particularly the issues on which
the president expects the campaign to
be fought-Americanism and peace
preparedness and prosperity.
simultaneously with the beginning
Of the active presidential campaign the
Democratic congressional committee
headed by Representative Doremus OF
Michigan, will begin work to secure
the reelection of Democratic major
ity in the house and senate. Mr.. Me-
CorTnick and Mr.. Doremus plan to
work in cooperation.
Vice-president Marshall returned
here today from indianapolis and said
he would be at the disposal OF the
president for campaign purposes.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
THOMSON and HORNER
DISSOLVE PARTNERSHIP

An announcement Of interest in law
circles in Fargo was made yesterday
when 1t was stated that H. p. Thorn
son has become a partner of Peter j.
Burfening in the practice of law, the
firm name to be Burfening & Thorn
son.
Another arrangement of Importance
is that Attorney Jack Horner who was
connected with the law firm of Thom-
son e. Horner, has become associated
with Pierce -Tenneson & Cupler.
AS the result of this arrangement
the law partnership Of Thomson g.
Horner is dissolved.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
LITTLE GIRL VICTIM
IS OUT OF DANGER

"Out of danger" was the word forth
coming from Mrs. Louis Dyer. 56h
Broadway, this morning as to the con-
dition of her 2-year-old daughter,
Margaret, who this week sWanoWed
several mercury tablets.
Physicians summoned after the ac-
cident, made quick use of a stomach
pump and saved the child's life. The
fact that the child had eaten a heavy
meal before swallowing the tablets
was Given as the reason why the tab
LET'S did not dissolve quickly.
The little girl was playing about the
fat and got hold of a bottle contain
ing three or four tablets. After eat
ing them she took the bottle to her
mother. who realizing the danger
called Drs. Nichols and Sorkness.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22

fully two-thirds Of the duties ranging
between only 10 and IS per cent. Most
other articles range between 20 and so
per cent, and few are as high as 100
per cent. These highest duties are in
tended for the protection of agricul-
ture and some manufactured goods.
There is a small free list, which in
cludes schoolbooks not bound and
other educational supplies. Agricul-
tural machinery is also put on the free
list in the interest of the farmers.
Among dutiable articles there is no
uniform tendency to increase duties;
in fact, about one-sixth of the list
shows even lower duties than are now
paid.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
Alleged "Peeping Tom"
Caught; Given 80
Days in County jail

East Grand Forks, Mimi, June 22.-
Ed Lynch, alleged "Peeping Tom,'
pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct
before Judge Robert Blair in municipal
court, and was sentenced to 80 days
in the county Jail. He was arrested
following complaint lodged by sew
eral citizens. Lynch was taken to the
county bastile at Crookston.
Residents Of all sections Of East
Grand Forks have entered complaints
against providers who they claim have
been seen around the residential dis
tricts for weeks past. The matter came
to a head when Lynch was caught act
ing queerly in the eastern section of
the city.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
Two Cars Slightly
Smashed Up When
They Mix Near Barlow

New Rockford, N. D.. June "a
What might have been serious ac-
cident occurred about three miles
south Of Barlow, when the auto driven
by the Moore Bros, commercial men
of Valley City, was run into by an
auto from this city. MIR. Moore stated
that there was no reason for the acci-
dent, as his car was stopped on the
side of the road and the other driver
had plenty of room - turn out.
The damage done to Mr.. Moore's
car was a smashed radiator. while the
other received a broken and bent fen
der. Drivers should remember that
each has an equal right to the road,
and recklessness is the father Of acci-
denis.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
DICK STILL CALLED TO
FARGO TO SERVE COLORS

Richard Still, formerly first lieuten-
ant of Company B, First Infantry Ma
tional Guard of North Dakota. was
called to the oolors this week and
arrived in Fargo yesterday to go with
the ''boys" to mobilization headquar-
ters at Bismarck.
Still, who left Fargo about five
months ago, has been on MS claim
in northern Minnesota. He stated yes
terday that service in the militia does
not interfere with the time necessary
to be spent on O. claim in order to
prove up, his time going on the same
as IL he were on his claim.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22

cording to instructions that have been
received at many of the national guard
headquarters in the country.
The purpose of this oath is to re-
move any obstacle which might exist
as to ordering the national guard
across the Mexican border In case
such a situation should be brought
tween the two countries. 1t is be-
tween the tow countries. 1t is be-
lfeved that practically all OF the guard
members are willing to take this
oath.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
ON CASUALTY LIST.

Pembina, N. D., June 22.-In the list
Of casualties published in Winnipeg
appears the name Of Don Mcleod, re-
ported as seriously i'll. Don, is the
oldest son of d. S. Mcleod, who
taught school at Humboldt and st.
Vincent for several years, and the
young lad worked at the printing
trade in The Pioneer Express office
for some time He enlisted from
Seattle where his father and the rest
Of the family resides.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
THINGS PICKING UP.

Grand Forks. N. D.. June 22.-Things
on the Pacific coast are picking up
wonderfully, and business is beginning
to boom. according to J. f. T. O'Con-
nor, local attorney. who returned
from st. Louis. where he attended the
National Democratic convention which
recently closed there. He also made
a trip to Salt Lake City and points
on the Pacific coast.
Mr.. O'Connor, during his sojourn in
the west. visited with number of
former Grand Forks residents. All
of them, he declared, were doing fine
and prospering.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
GUARDS MUST TAKE OATH
TO OBEY The PRESIDENT
This Would Permit Ordering OF
Troops Across Border If Situa-
ton Arises.

All persons enlisting in the national
guard or desiring to accompany the
state militia to the Mexican border,
will be required to take an oath to
obey the orders Of the president of
the United States, and all the
national guard members failing to
take such oath will be dismissed. ac-
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
To the Public.

'T have been using Chamberlain's
Tablets for indigestion for the past six
months, and it affords me pleasure to
say I have never used remedy that
did me so much good. Mrs. c. E.
Riley, Illion, N. Y. Chamberlain S
Tablets are obtainable everywhere
Adyt.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22

Whether his offer will be accepted by
the officers has not been determined
at this time.
The Fargo forum and daily republican., 1916-06-22
An Easy Way To Pa,

You may not feel like paying cash for what you
select You'll like our plan of Deferred Pay
ments. 1t calls for small outlay of cash and
payments to suit your convenience No red tape.
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-08-17
WAR BULLETINS

Petrograd.-capture of 1906 more
prisoners by Russian armies under
Gen. Sakharoff announced, Since
beginning of Russian offensive SAX
haroff has taken 94,754 prisoners.
Paris. - Beaten back by heavy
French assault on both banks of
Somme, Germans made no attempt
to counter-attack against newly
captured French positions.
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-08-17

RAIL CHIEFS HURRY TO WHITE
HOUSE FOR CONFERENCE
New York, Aug. IA dozen
presidents of big railway systems
will leave at p. m. today for Wash
ington in response to Pres. Wilson's
telegram asking them to come at
once to the White House to discuss
the controversy with their employees.
Other rail chiefs are leaving from
all over the country.
Washington, Aug. 17.-Reaching
what was apparently deadlock in
the attempted settlement of the
threatened railroad strike, Pres VIII
son today Sent a telegram to the
presidents of the great railroad sys-
TENS of the country asking that they
come to Washington for a confer
ence.
Discussion of the matter involved
in the threatened strike has reached
a point which makes it highly de-
sirable that l should personally con-
fer with you at the earliest possible
moment" read the telegram.
Later the president talked to Pres.
Willard of the Baltimore & Ohio
railroad, who assured him that the
railroad executives would hasten at
once to Washington.
The presidents action resulted
from the attitude taken by the rail-
road managers in a statement they
left at the White House. In this they
Indicated they would not concede the
eight-hour principle, even for the
proposed trial period, and that the
strongest concession they would
make would be to submit the whole
matter to arbitration.
Three ballots have been taken in
the past two days and each time the !
managers have voted down the pres
ident's proposal.
The session between the president |
and the district chairmen of the |
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-08-17

dred and forty district chairmen OF
the railroad workers are here to
meet the president this afternoon.
The president has ready for them his
suggestion of solution for the stu
alton that has menaced the country
for the past several weeks.
The definite terms of the presi-
dents proposal are not known, but
the basic idea is an agreement to be
made between the railroads and the
brotherhoods, whereby the eight
hour day shall go into effect at once.
With this in effect, the question of
methods Of enforcing it-whether
by means Of the time and a half for
overtime or by some other means
will be made the subject of investiga-
ton and adjustment, with the feder-
al government perhaps taking part
in the adjustment.
The railroad brotherhoods have in
sisted steadily that there is no other
effective method of enforcing the
eight-hour day.
The presidents problem, if the
railroads definitely cOncede the
eight-hour principle to the extent of
agreeing to give it a trial, seems to
be to convince the railroad men that
the time and a half overtime issue
should be held in allegiance during
the trial period.
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-08-17

ASHTON OFF TO WASHINGTON
President Ashton of the Chicago
G Northwestern railroad was handed
President wilson's invitation when
he arrived at his Office from his
home at Evanston. Two hours later
he was on his way to Washington.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-12-02
The Future of the Candidate.

The announcement that Charles Evans
Hughes will return to the practice OF his pro-
fession as member OF his former law firm IS
accepted as matter of course Had the tables
been turned in the late election, we would have
heard much speculation to the future OF the
defeated candidate upon his exit from the White
House because no one could have been certain
as to just what he would do The question, pc
riodically set-propounded. would be revived:
What shall we do for our >ex-presidents" which
certain famous ex-president once answered,
This ex-president will do for himself" For
President Wilson that question will now be de-
ferred for another four years.
But it must at the same time be reassuring
to all American citizens, whose respect is COM
manded by the defeated candidate for the presi-
dency in only smaller degree than by the sue
ccssful candidate, that Mr. Hughes Is in posi-
ton and equipped to care for himself. 1t may be
taken for granted that, back in practice, the for
mer supreme court justice will take a ranking po-
stion at the bar regardless Of continued partisan
activity and whether he has further political flu
ture must depend upon developments not now
foresceable.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-12-02

enough alone to file a petition forcing
a referendum on any such acuon-
The farmers, on account OF the war,
have been and are, getting abnormal
prices for their products; but tney
have sense enough to know that these
conditions will not last always and
that it is better to go slow-hedge a
little and await developments.
When came to Nebraska in 1877
the settlers were nearly all poor and
soon spent what little money they
had; and it was matter of common
remark that when a newcomer ar
rived on the scene, for the time flush
with money, they all swarmed about
him, each intent on getting his share
of it. And SO it has been since, that
when the farmers appear to be pros
porous and are making money there
are always lot of fellows coming be-
fore the legislature, unless they are
already in it, with enticing schemes
for getting their money away from
them.
This scheme Of new capitol build
ing was being worked on the quiet
under cover. A part of the conspiracy
evidently was that the people of Lin
coin, who would be the chief bene-
ficiaries, were to look wise and keep
still while some outside fellows like
Richmond set up the pins. My letter
of November 22 seems to have I'M
covered the bunch. See them sQuirm.
CHARLES WOOSTER.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-12-02
Successful Hunting Season.

Reports from Michigan and Wisconsin game
wardens show total OF twenty-seven deaths
among the hunters who Aocked to the big
woods" when the shooting season opened few
weeks ago. This, Of course, marks the period
as most successful. n establishes the superiority
OF the high power rifle over the simpler weapon
il superseded, and in other ways indicates the
advance man has made in his preparations for
destruction Time was when disciple OF MINI
rod might take his gun and go in search OF wild
game feeling almost certain of safe return the
issue depending on his own skill and prudence.
Nowadays hunting carries with it about the same
degree OF risk as does life in the European
trenches the survivors having had all the expert
ence OF being in battle. We may yet have a revi-
sion OF the words and hear fond mothers sing,
81 didn't raise my boy to be hunter"
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-12-02
Cancelling Munition Orders
St. Loui, olob. Dispatch

Tie cancellation of an arms contract held by
the Midvale Steel and Ordnance company said to
amount to $60,000,000, is generally thought to be
forerunner of general cancellations. 1t is un-
derstood that the company is to be paid what it
has expended toward carrying out the contract
and also that it is to receive an agreed price as
profit on each rife. 1t is reasonable to assume
that all the contracts contain some such provi-
sions The net loss to the entente allies the pay
mcnt Of damages will entail makes it probable
that Great Britain, France and Russia have really
made adequate provisions for their future supply
of munitions and that the cancellation is not for
the purpose of hammering down prices although
there has been much complaint about the Amer-
can cost Of munitions.
If the cancellation becomes general It will ne
cessitate speedy industrial readjustment 1t is
known that some OF the munition makers have at
least tentative plans for turning their plants to
other uses But it is not certain that there will
be an immediate market for new products 1t is
also unlikely that the profits will be as great as
the "specialties" have made on war business
The industrial readjustment is inevitable II
may be better to have it come gradually In so
far as it may bring reduction OF wages il will
come at peculiarly unfortunate time The cost
of living is the highest this country has known
in generation and there is little prospect Of i'm
mediate relief But as long as the war lasts there
will be a continued demand for many OF our prod
ucts aside from foodstuffs. A gradual readiust-
ment will not bring the shock that sudden shut
ting off of our export trade would cause But the
situation is critical and it demands the best
thought the business world can give it
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-12-02
Predicament OF the Railroads.

The predicament of the railroads of the United
States at this time is being made the text for
many preachments, most of which overlook the
essential fact that the transportation industry,
in common with all others OF the country, found
itself caught by an unexpected wave of abnormal
activity, and unable to keep up with current Or
ders. With manufacturers in other lines accept
ing orders for delivery subject to delay, and con-
tracing for the output Of plants months ahead
it does not seem reasonable to expect that the
railroads can furnish cars on demand or handle
consignments with no delay whatever This is
only one phase of the question. Attorney Thorn,
who has been before the Newlands committee,
would have it appear shat the railroads are in
bad way, and face either dissolution or govern
ment ownership. Facts do not warrant his ex-
treme assertions.
Reports Of earnings OF the great railroads for
in time of plenty at least The present freight
jam, no matter what its cause, holds no sign Of
impending poverty, nor does it indicate that the
efforts Of the government at regulation are to
blame for the situation. Whatever fault exists
must be laid at the door of the operating system,
the efficacy OF which may be questioned. For ex
ample, just now there is great demand for cars
to move freight that might have been hauled last
summer. 1t was known then that fuel would be
needed during the winter months, but we find
railroads themselves putting in their supplies
now: Efforts now being made to secure speedy
handling and prompt return of cars might have
been anticipated, and with better organization
made more effective
Shortage of equipment is alleged as result
OF the dissemination Of the public to invest in
railroad securities, offered to secure needed CAPT
tai This assertion, too, is open to question. Ten
years ago railroad managers were warned Of the
need for readjustment OF their affairs. Physical
valuation Of the roads by the federal government
has not progressed far enough to give definite
basis for conclusion, only two lines, both south
ern, having been reported on so far, but both
OF these show heavy over-capitalization This is
hin. at the reason why the public is slow to
invest in railroad issues, The transportation sys-
TEN Of the country needs overhauling, but it has
not failed 1t is simply overtaxed for the mo-
ment.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-12-02
Referendum on New Capitol.

Silver Creek, Neb, Dec. Ito the
Editor of The Bee: In his letter
to The Bee on the building OF
a new capitol, Mr. Henry Rich
mond represents that there is "a
widespread sentiment among the
farmers, business and professional
men of every class and clan. to the
uttermost parts of the commonwealth,
for new, commodious and modern
state house"
am curious to know by what sort
of magic or psychic art, Mr.. Rich
mond found that out, since, so far as
l can recall, no newspaper had said
one word editorially about building
a new capitol and no newspaper let
ter writer had mentioned 1t previous
to the publication Of my letter No
vember 20. The matter had only
been mentioned a few times in news
dispatches from Lincoln. There seems
to be something uncanny about this.
and the impression Is heightened
when one reads his final command to
gentlemen of the legislature Of
spond to the prayers of our constitu-
ents for a new capitol building"
am inclined to think. however, that it
is only comparatively harmless hal
lucination of the mind that affiicts
Mr.. Richmond and that it will disap-
pear when the legislature assemblies
and he finds that he was mistaken in
supposing that he has a hook in each
members nose.
Another explanation I have heard
of Mr.. Richmonds present activity is
that he is only carrying out his part
of a contract alleged to have been en-
tered into two years ago for the pur-
pose of securing the medical depart
ment of the University of Nebraska
to Omaha and something in the future
for Lincoln.
But Mr.. Richmond need not f1atter
himself that the legislature, even if
members felt disposed, will be per-
mitted, without let or hindrance, to
make the necessary appropriations
and go ahead and build new CAPT.
toll. He will probably find out in due
time that there will be farmers
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-12-02
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Women's Vote on School Board.

Omaha, Dec. Ito the Editor OF
the Bee: 1t is interesting to analyze
the figures of the recent school board
vote. Seven members of the Citizens
ticket were elected and one member
defeated. 1t has been stated that the
womens vote defeated DR.. Holovt-
chiner, but the official figures prove
that if all the women voted against
the doctor. which of course they did
not do their total vote was 2O6 short
of having any influence upon his de-
feat. The elected candidate, who
stood lowest had 1859; DR.. Holovt-
chiner pelled, 11.245, a difference OF
2,454. The total number of women
voting was 2,24S thus being 206 short
of the winning candidates majority.
Thousands of cards were distributed
from door to door and an organized,
aggressive effort was made for weeks
to get the women to go to the polls
Two years ago 5000 women voted
but this year with the added popula-
ton of South Omaha and Dundee,
less than per cent of the women
of voting age responded. There are
10000 school children registered in
the public schools of Greater. Omaha.
Where were their mothers on Novem-
Der Z? Another valid reason why
double suffrage should not be forced
upon an unwilling majority.
S E. SMITH.