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The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
M0oRHEAD DEBT FREE;
DRY" YEAR and HALF

Moorhead, Mimi, Dec. 15.--"Moor-
head. the City Dry" Minnesota's one
5000 population city that doesn' t
owe a nickel, will have tax rate Of
1875 mills for the coming year, the
lowest with but a single exception
in Clay county, and less than the
levy prior to the elimination of the
saloons a year and half ago.
Moorhead the first of this month
retired a $4,000 bond and in so do
ing cleared itself of all debt.
Georgetown is the only Clay coun-
ty city with a smaller tax rate than
Moorhead, while Ulen, Hawley, Glyn-
don, Dilworth, Barnesville and Fel-
ton pay higher tax rate.
Clay county's valuation is fixed at
$15,773,902, and the valuation in
Moorhead is $1,787,643.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
BELT Line TO CIRCLE
ST. PAUL, IS HILL PLAN

St. Paul, Dec. ISL. w. Hill,
president of the Great Northern rail-
way, has announced that a belt line
railway, to cost approximately $2,-
100000, which will partly encircle
the city, will be constructed during
the coming summer.
The belt line, it was announced,
will be used in handling incoming
and outgoing freight. The line, it
Isl said, will be built by the several
railroads now entering this point,
and others which may enter st. Paul,
may use the line. Right-of-way has
been purchased, according to the an
nOuncement.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
25O,OOO WORKERS RECEIVE
INCREASE IN WAGES TODAY
(By United Press)

New York, Dec. 15.-What is per-
haps the biggest wage increase in
the history of the United States be-
comes effective today when the pay of
100000 workers Of the United States
Steel Corporation is increased ten per
cent-the gross annual increase ap-
proximating $2O,OOO,00O. The in
crease was made by the company due
to it's enormous prosperity-its net
earnings are now estimated at ST.
100000 a day.
The increase is but one of many
recently made by large employing
concerns throughout the country.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
TO RESTORE DESERTERS
(By United Press)

(By United Press)
Ottawa, Dec. 15.-Soldiers under
punishment for desertion from Can
ada's army are to be liberated today
and restored to their units in ac-
cordance with an act of grace pro-
mulgated Nov. 22 by the Duke of
Devonshire. Under the terms of the
act all deserters uncaptured will be
absolved and restored to their units
if they report today.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
THIEF RIVER FALLS STARTS
MUNICIPAL SKATING RINK

Thief River Falls, MIMI, Dec. Is.
"A municipal skating rink has been
started and will be ready for use on
Christmas. Provision will be made
for skaters, hockey players and for
curriers', the rink being 160 by 200
feet in size. Active hockey play will
start as soon as the rink is in shape
so that the local team will be pre-
pared to defend the cup won last year
at St. Paul in the contest for the
championship of the northwest, in
case there is another contest held
this season.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
CANADIANS ON VISIT

DR.. and Mrs. A. V. Garlock of Bel
trami avenue have as their guests
for a few days, Mrs J. Hamilton and
son, David, of Saskatchewan, Canada,
and Miss Harriet Heuser of Francis,
Saskatchewan.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
SUPPER
AT Il. s. TONIGHT

A supper will be served tonight
at the high school under the aus
pices of the football team. The ad-
mission charge is 35 cents and the
proceeds will be- placed in the ath-
letic fund. Domestic science classes
will serve the supper.
Three tables will be served, the
first at $3.50 o'clock, the second at
six o'clock and the last at $3.50
o'clock.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
VOTE FAV0RS SALE E0F
WEST INDIES TO U. s.

Copenhagen, Dec. 15.-(Via Lon
don, 1855 a. m.)-The plebiste held
yesterday on the question of the sale
of the Danish West Indies to the
United States resulted in 283,0OO
votes being cast in favor Of the sale
and $4,000 against such action.
The indications early in the night
were that the sale would carry, and
by midnight it became evident that
it had obtained a good sized plurality
of all the cotes cast.
The count shows the sale carried
by majority of 10000 votes.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
BE AT THE COMMERCIAL CLUB tf}!'ii0(N ifi0(NIGHT
CITY TAX RATE LESS
THIS YEAR Than LAST

The city tax rate for this year
shows slight decrease from that of
last year, the figures given out at
the county auditors office today be-
ing 77.2 for 1916, lower by 1.8 than
last year.
The rate for state and county this
year is 20.8, last years figure being
1877.
The total town rate is 27.S and
the school tax for District Seven is
28,6.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
RUSH PLAN TO SAVE
HELPLESS SUBMARINE

Eureka, CAL, Dec. 15.-Plans to
drag the submarine, H-3 from the
surf north of here where she has
been pounding for the past "a hours
were rushed today. 1t is believed
the craft can be saved without ma
terial damage. OF the crew of 26
all but two escaped injury and these
were only slightly hurt.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
DRY" BILL REPORTED
TO U. s. CONGRESS

Washington, Dec. 15.-The pro-
posed national prohibition amend
ment has been reported favorably to
the house by the judiciary committee
by vote of ~ to 2. The proposed
universal suffrage amendment was
ordered reported without recommen-
datiOn.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
GREECE GRE ACCEPTS TERMS
OF ENTENTE POWERS

London, Dec. 15.-Greece has ac-
cepted the terms of the entente.
While the nature details of the ulti-
matum have not been made known
it is believed to be the same orig
inal surrender of all arms, the con-
troll of telegraph and postal system
and a guarantee of Greek neutrality.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
LAST DAY TOMORROW

The guessing contest for
Pioneers load of coal closes
tomorrow afternoon at 1880
o'clock. If you haven't
guessed do so at once, the
earlier the better. Remem-
Der, only a few hours more
and q chance to secure g.
large load Of coal free.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
CHRISTMAS WEDDING?

Dan Cupid braved the cold this
morning at the office of the county
clerk, secured a license for William
Hardy and Miss Anna Nomand, and
1T is presumed there will be wedding
bells as we'll as Christmas bells.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
GUESTS OF DAUGHTER

Mr.. and Mrs. John Bloomquist of
Wis.,, are the guests of
their daughter, Mrs. r. A. Olson, and
family. They will remain in the
city until spring.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
MEETING GCALLEDT0
DECIDE CARNIVAL
TRIP TO St. PAUL
OF VITAL IMPORT
The Ladies are Cordially Invited to
Be Present; Expressions are
Wanted From All.
SQUARELY UP TO BUSINESS
MEN TO DECIDE PROPOSITION
Plan to Send at Least $50 to Big
Carnival; Uniform Costumes to
Garb Marchers.
RIGHT ON THE JOB

This afternoon w. L.
Brooks, e. E. Mcdonald and
H. e. Reynolds were busily
engaged in rounding up the
business men for the big mass
meeting to be held tonight in
the Commercial club rooms to
discuss the proposed trip to
St. Paul on Carnival week.
The Bemidji boosters were
attired in carnival raiment
and instilled enthusiasm into
the systems Of all those whom
they approached anent the
trip.
BE at the meeting tonight
don't forget to take the
missus.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
PAYING NOVEMBER BILLS

Checks are being sent out by the
county treasurer for the November
settlement to school districts and
townships.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
TEN BELOW TODAY.

The official thermometer at the
school farm registered 10 below zero
at 6 o'clock this morning, slightly
warmer than at the same hour yes
terday. ....
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15

E. C. McGregor went to Cass Lake
this morning where he was the guest
of Senator O'Neal between trains.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1916-12-15
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Is the magic City of the North
to be represented at the St. Paul car
nival of winter sports during the
week of January 27 and let the thou
sands Of persons who will be there
know that Bemidji is what it's people
have and are claiming-that Be-
midi is the liveliest city of it's size
in Minnesota? Or shall Bemidji not
be represented and allow rivals to
carry off the honors as they are care
fully planning to do?
1t is squarely up to the business
men and leaders of civic development
Of Bemidji to answer this question
and tonight will decide the issue.
There will be a meeting in the
Commercial club rooms this evening
at $3.50 o'clock to which it is urged
every business man and every other
man be present and also have his
wife and family with him. The pro-
position is not alone for the members
of the masculine persuasion but for
the women of the city and what is de-
sired is to make it a thoroughly
Bemidji affair.
About Is energetic citizens met
last night in the Commercial club /
rooms and inaugurated the movement
to have Bemidji represented at the
great winter carnival. The matter
was Thoroughly discussed and it was
decided to splace the decision square,
ly up to the people of Bemidji for
their decision.
It is the plan to have at least $50
represent Bemidji in the huge par
ade, each member of the delegation
to be in appropriate costume of a
uniform nature, the garb to be at
tractive and at the same time useful.
at other times, Such delegation
might be known as the "Bemidji
Spuds" and it is the intention to let
it be known that they are "there."
Reports from other cities through
out the state are to the effect that
extensive preparations arealreadyun-
der way to provide representation,
Itasca county planning to send fully
800 with band and other features
and the same is true of other cities
near Bemidji.
This is the first time cities outside
Of st. Paul have been invited to par
ticipate in the carnival which has
taken on the aspect of an entire Min
nesota project and it is believed that
the carnival this year will not only
surpass everything in kind in the
past, but be one of the greatest car
nivals ever held in the United States
From California will come delega-
ton Of 5000 so it can readily be
seen what attention the carnival is
attracting and the magnitude of it's
scope.
At the meeting in the Commercial
club rooms last night, presided over
by President Denu, committee of
three was appointed to arrange for
the meeting tonight, the committee
consisting of w. L. Brooks, chair
man; E. E. Mcdonald and H. E.
Reynolds.
A. committee consisting of Phil
Gill, Fred Shavitch and Charles Com
insky was also named to secure fig
ures on costumes to be worn. A sug-
gestion as to costume was red mack
inaw, green knickerbockers, high
stockings and high overshoes, white
tOQue. The costume for the ladies' is
yet to be selected. T. 2%'. ii
If you're "for" Bemidji, be at the
meeting tonight and be heard. There
is nothing compulsory about any
thing, only matter Of boosting Be-
midi and an effort to progress.
4 n & 4
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06

Scene from "The Man from Home" at the Eks tomorrow
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06
"GUARDlNG OLD GLORY" WILL BE
 SHOWN AGAIN TODAY

When Guarding Old Glory was booked, it was thought that two days was ample time for showing in Phoe- nix, although the picture was run for weeks in larger cities. Probably if the Lion had a seating capacity os about 2000. two days would have been enough here, but so many people were turned away at the night shows on ac- count of not even standing room" that the management has decided to show tEe picture again today, eight com plete shows to be given. starting at 10 6. m. Guarding old Glory" presents absolute facts concerning our Army and navy. There is no story or scer- ario running through the five reels, there are no paid actors to help it out. but instead it shows Uncle Sans fighting forces on land, water and air and in such a way that any person can plainly see whether or not we are pre- pared and what we have, compared to other countries. Guarding Old Glory" has the endorsement of high officials o1 both army and navy and with Pres ident Wilson now making his famous preparedness speeches Phoenix is for tunate in being shown in pictures what the actual conditions are The National Guard under whose auspices the picture was shown at the Lion yesterday and Friday are very enthusi- asUic about it and a more patriotic feeling is expressed by all who have seen the picture
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06
GAIL KANE IN THE LABYRINTH
 COMING TO THE LION

The Labyrinth,' which is the next of the Equitables big features to come to the Lion theater. being scheduled for presentation on Wednesday and Thursday, has for its base the story O. woman who sacrifices herself for a suffering sister, falls into the clutches of a theatrical manager of the worst class, becomes interested in and mar ries a mission minister in the slums, and between the two gets into a laby
 rinh of difficulties from which tho way out is shown her in a startling but effective way. Gail Kane, who is now known as The Equitable Girl" play $ the part of the big-hearted actress sister and later the wife of the minis ter. and that she fufills all the eXpecta- tions of the company is enough to stamp her as an actress and screen ar tiste of the very highest rank. The story is told in a series of pictures which includes some realistic scenes Of stage life. as well as the work of a missionary minister including the in- terior of the Plaza theater with q crowded house, and the full! company of the Century theater on the stage, and the startling contrast afforded by a little mission church in the poorest quarter of the great city. It is full of thrills. but ends in d way which will appeal to every lover of fair play.
 The Labyrinth comes to the Lion on Wednesday and Thursday anG promises to be a good attraction
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06

green comedy
 Hans Hanson has been in continued service as a laugh maker on every cir cult from Bangor, Maine, to Fresno. California. for more than twenty wears, and 1t bears the distinction of having Weathered the gale created by the ad- vent of the movies. In this it stands almost alone for many of the old reIi- able one-n:ght stand classics of the days of the road show" have been gathered to the store house long since this.
 Hans Hanson iS one of the Swedish comedy bills that sprung into vogue shortly after Gus Hege. now dead, gave to the American stage his sparkling character of Ole Oleson. Hege was the first stage Swede and after him came a flock of yellow headed charac- ter actors who appeared in Ton Yon- son, Ole Oleson, Knute Knutson and others of the ilk. But it remained for Hans Hanson, the latest of them to outlive the others, and it comes this splendor of the band and orchestra, the uniforms, the music, the yodel and the other props of the Swedish comedian.
 Nelson LorenSon. who plays the part oi the lOvable but English slaughtering Hans, has been interpreting this char acter for many years and is said to be the best of the latter day comedians.
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06
"A PARISlAN ROMANCE" A GREAT,
 FIX PRODUCTION

"Chevrial, Richard Mansfeld's we'll known and masterly role, lives again through the joint medium of the Fox motion pictures and the splendid acting of II. Cooper Cliffe a well known English actor, who with Dorothy Green is the joint star in the most recent release of the great Fox Film corporation, and which will be shown at the Lamara Theatre for three days beginning today. "A Pa risian Romance" is the title of the play. the story of which briefly is this:
 Baron Chevrial CH Cooper Cliffe), a wealthy Parisian of rakish tenden- cies though prematurely aged by dis sipation, still makes the pursuit of women his chief occupation. He has many cOnquests to his credit but his interest centers upon Rosa of the opera whom he has established in luxury and upon whom he spends his wealth lavishly. The Baron chances to meet Therese Beauchamp, the be- trOthed of Henri De Targy, and is much taken with her innocence and lOveliness. Therese's father, on the verge of ruin, compels her to marry the wealthy nobleman whereupOn Henri, her fiance, marries Marcelle. a frivolous creature with aspirations to theatrical career. The Baron sees Marcelle, his tickle heart is again captivated, and in order to have this new object of his affections always near him, he engages Henri as his secretary. Marcelle repulses her el- derly admirer however, for she has been smitten with the charms of Juliani, an operatic tenor. Soon after she elopes to America with the sing CT, where she later dies. Disappointed the Baron decides to give a party to Rosa. He arranges a fabulous ban quet in his chateau and Rosa and her attendant coryphees and their hangers on arrive. Tn the midst of festivities, the host arises to propose a toast to Rosa. Then outraged ma ture exacts her vengeance. Weakened by his eXcesses the Baron's heart stops and fresh from the orgy of de pravity and wickedness his evil soul rises to meet it's judgment.
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06

play is thoroughly American through out for while in the action only three Americans are involved and two of these deny their lineage so that they can hob-nob with the royalty of Flu rope-it is Daniel Vorhees Pike. the hoosier lawyer who takes little trip 10 the other continent to visit his wards and upon discovering the plot of the snobs to rob them of their good American dollars that he tells them in his blunt American way. just where to head in" Pike is d live wire and while not accustomed to the practices of the courts of Europe. his wits have been sharpened in the courtrooms of Indiana. Little did our American friend think when he packed his carpet bag and started off on the trip to see the children he was appointed to look after bv their father, that he was due to find him self in a peck of trouble. The royal reception he anticipated from his wards did not materialize and he was about to return home heartbroken when he suddenly became aWare of a plot formed by a band of imposters to rob the children of their wealth In spite of the children's protestations and the refusal to believe Pike's discovery, he single handed thWarts the plans of the conspiratOrs and they in turn report him to the police for offering protection to a Russian po- litical eXile-a crime punishable by death in Italy. Fortunately for Pike he has become "chummy' with a fel- low traveller that he calls Doc" but who turns out to be the Grand Duke of Russia and he, struck by the plucky Americans spirit, takes a hand in the game and not alone aids Pike in whipping the imposters but also paves the way for the interesting lit tie love affair between Pike and his winsome ward, Ethel Granger Simp- son.
 The scenes of the play transpire where the worlds greatest war is now being fought but even the warriors do not move as fast as events in this play and while Pike is not look ing for trouble he demonstrates clearly how one live wire American id9 the sIcHSlh anu Soui "6e tO NHlP if necessary the entire warning na- tions. The story 'is rapid in action and contains thrills that will make your blood leap and your heart jingle and the big dramatic climax at the end of the third act will lift you right out of your seat. Aside from its dramatic merit the comedy is de- lightfully pleasing and the heart story is one that will appeal to all Ed Redmond in the role of Daniel Vor- hees Pike will have splendid oppor-
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06

on every hand. The character of Stin- 9aree has the added charm of the mys- tery of the Rallies series with that of the chase and the unexpected in the Push of Australia. where the last of the bad men of the world are plying their several trades in the fastness of the great untracked bush of the little island. Stingaree is played by True Boardman. one of the greatest deline- ators of western roles on the American stage. The charm of Stingaree is said to be in that while the eXiled noble man determines to make mankind pay for his wrongs. he never stains his hands with blood. This particular feat ure will give Stingaree wide popular ity for the thrills without the blood shed of the usual melodramatic story is an appeal in itself. Stingaree is an- rounced for an immediate date at the AmuZu.
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06

Wanted" This play has proven one CT the big hits Of the Ed Redmond stock season and packed houses have been the rule at each performance The interest in the play has not been ere ated alone ill the fact that it is late New York success but it is doubtful if the popular stock players have ever had a better vehicle for it gives each player splendid opportunity.
 Commencing Monday evening the Redmonds have arranged another big attraction, The Man From Home SO successfully played by William Hodge will hold the boards. In the star role of Daniel Norhees Pike, the popular comedian Ed. Redmond will have a characterization that will even excel his well remembered rendition of David Harum last season. As the HOosier lawyer who single handed whips the snobs of European nobility when he discovers their plot to rob his wards, the genial actor manager will have a
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06

tunity for characterization and he will be assisted by Audell Higgins as Ethel Granger Simpson; Roscoe Karns as Horace Simpson; Hugh Metcalfe in the role of the Earl of Newcastle and the entire acting company in good supporting roles.
 The stage settings under the super vision of Minor Deed will prove a big feature of the performance and all indications point toward another banner week at the cozy playhouse to witness The Man From Home"
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06

role that will compel alternate laugh ter and thrills and in the action of the play he will be assisted by the complete acting company. The stage settings will be elaborate and the gowns worn by the ladies promise to be treat to the lady clientele.
 "The Man From Home" will occu- py the boards for the entire week, with the regular Redmond matinees on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday
 
 THE ARIZONA has a great and agreeable surprise for it's patrons to- day and tomorrow. It is no less than the wonderful Triangle feature. The Lily and The Rose. featuring Lillian Gish and Rozsika Dolly. Both of these young ladies are known from one end of the world to the other. Miss Dolly was the dancing sensation ir ] New York both last season and this 1 IL is only lately that she has forsakeI the dance for the motion drama. Lii
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06
AMuZU WILL HAVE "STINGAREE"
 THE LATEST SERIAL STORY

Perhaps no series of stories written around the same character have ere ated as much comment as the newly exploited "Stingaree" from the pen ot tie gifted Hornung, who gave to cur rent literature. "Raffles.' Stingaree is a gentleman robber of the Australian Bush and his fascinating raids on the rich traveller and his deeds of charity tC the poor make for him a fascina- ton that has distinguished the charter even in this day of sensational features
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06
HANS HANSON COMING TO THE
 COLUMBIA

Surviving the acid test of years of season after season over every trail of the travelling night stand shows. Hans Hanson is again a visitor in Phoenix Or rather he will be when Mans Lorenson, a native born Swede, in the name part comes to the Colum
 ba for a brace of nights in the ever
Arizona republican., 1916-02-06
PAGE FIVE
Drama, and The Picture Plays

Ian Gish takes the part of the Lily, the same being an artless little south orn Girl, who is married eff to a fine young man. He socn tires of her art Iegsness and goes to a lively show where he sees a sensational dancer,
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