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Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27
MOVE AGAINST ]. S. EMBASSY
AstTLAMERlCAN OUTBREAK IN
RUSSIA CAUSED ~ GERMANS
Considerable Worry Caused Among
supporters Of New Government
by 1euton Propaganda.

Petrograd, April 26-German propa'
ganda is now centering on democratic
Russia to such an extent as to cause
considerable worry here among sup
porters of the new government. Re-
ports of an organized anti-American
demonstration Sunday night in which
Socialist radicals threatened the Unit
ed States embassy, emphasizes the
danger.
These events coupled with an exc
dus Of Russians from the capital fol.
lowing reports Of an approaching Ger.
men drive from land and sea at the
Slav capital, are causing alarm, al.
though it is evident that all reports
Are emanating from German sources,
The council OF army and navy dele
gates at Sweaborg has decided to send
Z wireless message to the Allied fleets
saying that the Baltic fleet and the
army declares its base in complete
readiness to fight to the last in de-
tense of flee Russia. The soldiers and
sailors are in perfect union with their
officers.
Land Division Promised.
The grand committee of the ALI.
anoe Of peasants has addressed the
following petition to the peasants at
the front:
do your duty. Do. not fear that
tho lands will be divided without you.
This division cannot be made by iso.
lated villages for that would provoke
internal Quarrels by which the enemy
might profit. Only the constituent as
sembly, wherein you will be represent
ed, will decide this important ques-
uon."
Peasants Seize Land.
Soldiers visiting their rural homes,
with or without leave, spread the
news of the revolution and lead the
peasant against the land owners. This
Is chiefly the case in the Sartov gov
eminent, where the people are often
inclined to be turbulent. The peas
ants here, after passing resolutions Of
conf1scation, have proceeded to take
possession of the lands and drive the
land owners away.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

Corporals Glen c. Sigmund and Ed
win E. Raber and Privates J. D. Felix,
W. J. Felix and Ed. F. Gierok, all Of
this city, are with the detachment OF
guardsmen who are stationed at St.
Cloud, according to the st. Cloud Jour
nal-Press.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

The Eastern Star ladies gave a very
splendid entertainment for members
and families and Masons on Friday
evening. A pleasing program was first
carried out and this was followed by
card playing and dancing and dainty
refreshments.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

Richard Meyers has been made yard
clerk for the N. P. here in place of
Vincent Merchlewicz, who has enlisted
in the navy. Claude Tucker has taken
Mr.. Meyers place as night ticket
agent at the station.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

"A. A. Barton Of Bowlus has pur'
chased the residence at GA Second
street southeast from F.. A. Nelson. He
expects to move here with his family
the first Of June. Mr.. Barton is cash
Ter Of the Bowlus State bank.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

I REPRESENT Piano Manufacturing
company and have slightly used
piano. This piano was sold on month
" installments, but the party who
bought piano was unable to meet pay
ments and we were forced to reposess
piano. Will sell this piano for balance
due same for cash or terms. IF inter-
ested write to A. B. O'Connor, care
Piano Co., 1923 s. Wabash Ave, Chica-
go, I'll. Ga
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

Everett Nelson, son Of Mr.. and Mrs.
Ed. Nelson Of Upsala, was operated
upon for ruptured appendix, at St.
Gabriel's hospital, Monday. He is re-
ported to be doing we'll.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

The 2-year-old son Of Mr.. and Mrs.
Simon Knoll Of the West side died
Saturday from cerebro-spinal meningi-
tbs. The funeral was held from St..
Adalbert's church Tuesday morning
and interment was IN the Polish cath
Ollie cemetery.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

NJ. Malerich Of this city has pur-
chased the T. F.. O'Conner farm Of
100 acres located just west Of this
city and will take possession next
Foil
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

ERROR IN FIRNSTAHL CARDS
Our cards sent out this week should
read:
% lbs. sugar $3.50
5 lbs. Rosabelle coffee. ....... $50
All for $3.50
ADV. -Firnstahl-Vadna Co.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

E. n. Pratt, who has been in this
city several weeks visiting at the
home Of Mrs. Pratt's sister, Mrs. L.
Gaudet, left Thursday evening Of last
week for the east on business. Mrs
Pratt will remain here Indefinitely.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

Miss Rose Bracke has resigned as
assistant to S. J. Vasaly, optometrist,
her resignation to take effect on Sat-
urday of next week.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

Mrs. Frank Sand and children re-
turned Saturday morning from. an en-
tended visit with RELATIVES at Oregon
City, Oregon.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

Members of the 7. o. O. F. are re-
quested to meet at the hall at 1000
sharp Sunday, April 20, to 60 in
body to the NJ. E. church for their an
niversarv service.-Adv.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

Mayor BergAeim gave talk on
municipal government for the civ
les class at the high school Friday;
morning.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

Mrs. II. Ploof underwent an opera
ton for appendicitis and gall stones
at the Hall hospital Friday night.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27
Mrs. John Schackman underwent an
operation at st. Gabriel 8 hospital on
Monday.

Mr.. and Mrs. Hector Baxter Of Min
neapolis are visiting at the home OF
Rev. and Mrs. George A. Ray.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

Ben Eckerson Of Green Prairie was
operated upon for appendicitis at the
Hall hospital Monday.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1917-04-27

Mrs. Henry Miller was operated up
on at St. Gabriel's hospital Monday.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31
Patriotic Gerald Peterson.

Last Saturday evening Gerald Pet
terson was here bidding his friends
goodby before his departure for
France, where he goes with an ambu-
lance unit from Princeton University.
He left Minneapolis, accompanied by
his father, Mr.. S. S. Peterson, for
New York, Tuesday, from where he
will leave with his unit for France in
few days.
Gerald and his brother, Severt,
spent six weeks drilling at Monterey,
CAL, during their vacation last sea-
son. Gerald wanted to join the regu-
lar service but was rejected on ac-
count Of color blindness. Then he
volunteered for the ambulance corps.
Gerald is a fine, manly young fell
low, and, with hundreds Of other
patriotic students Of Princeton, he
offered his services to his country.
May kind Providence guard him
from harm and permit Of his safe re-
turn to his loved ones and friends.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31
Road Work May be Postponed.

It is extremely doubtful if much if
any permanent work will be performed
on the Scenic highway in this county
this year. The surveys required by
the Federal authorities have not yet
been accepted, and under the most favor
able circumstances contracts could not
be let before the middle of July. Then
labor and material is so high that the
cost of the work would probably ex-
coed the estimates by at least SO per
cent. Under the circumstances the
county commissioners may conclude to
postpone active operations until next
spring. But the work of permanently
improving the cross state roads Of the
county will vigorously prosecuted
this year. .l..........
In this connection it might be added
that there is no truth in. the stories
circulated by chronic knockers; no part
Of the $4,000 bonds voted last fall
has been used, nor. has single dol
lar been expended for surveys. The
state has assumed the cost Of the sur
veys.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31
Road Meeting at Foley.

A meeting Of town and county
officials to promote road improvement
was held at the court, house in Foley
last Thursday afternoon. While the
attendance was not large much inter-
est was manifested in the cause of
better roads and a county organiza-
ton was effected, with J. M. Thoen of
Graham president, Hon. Edward In
drehus of Glendorado vice president,
and E. M. Mayman of Sank
Rapids secretary. Within the past
two or three years road conditions in
Benton county have been considerably
improved and there is plenty Of room
for still further improvement. Some
Of those who attended the meeting ex-
pressed themselves as favorable to a
bond issue for the permanent i'm
provement Of the main highways of
the county. But in Benton county, as
everywhere else throughout the state,
the greatly increased cost Of labor
seems to dampen the ardor of good
roads enthusiasts. ~
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31

ton not only the esteem but the appre-
citation and gratitude of our people.
At the conclusion of Rev. FIR. Kral's
remarks the male chorus sang, Gent
ing Tonight" and this was followed
by stirring selection by the Jones
Bros. drum corps. The audience in
sisted upon an encore, and then school
children sang america
The benediction was pronounced by
Rev. Ernest H. Peatfeld, and then the
veterans marched out Of the Armory
while the High School orchestra dis
coursed music.
The final services Of the day were
conducted at the cemetery, but they
were cut short owing to the inclement
weather. A squad from Co. G fired
three volleys over the graves of de-
parted comrades, and then taps were
sounded
1t was indeed fitting observance,
and was especially appropriate now
that America is arming to fight for the
things it has always carried nearest
it's heart. --.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31
Probably No Building this Year.

A meeting of the school board was
held Tuesday evening. A resolution,
such as is required by law, for ap-
plication for a state loan of $4,000
was adopted. Some bills were audited
and other routine business was trans
acted. Messrs. Buckley & Prins, Min
neapolis architects, were present and
wished to submit plans for the pro-
posed new high school building, but
there will be nothing doing in that
line for some time yet, and it is al
together probable that no start will be
made on the new building this year.
In view of the high cost of labor and
material the proper thing to do would
be to defer action until another year.
Anyhow, there is small probability of
the state making loan to the district
before 1918, as there are scores of ap-
plications for loans on file in the
state auditors Office aggregating over
one million dollars.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31
Murphy Not Guilty.

'Not guilty. was the verdict of the
jury in the case Of James E. Murphy,
after seven hours deliberation, at Elk
River, Tuesday evening. Murphy had
been indicted by the Sherburne coun.
ty grand jury for the killing Of O. D.
Hamilton of Becker, this spring. Muir
ply, it appears, had purchased some
straw, or claimed the straw, which was
on Hamilton's field. Murphy was load
ing the straw when Hamilton came
at him with a pitchfork. Murphy
drew revolver and shot him.
Last week the grand jury returned
an indictment against Murphy accus-
ing him Of murder in the first degree.
The trial lasted several days and, as
stated, resulted in Murphy's acquittal
late on Tuesday evening.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31
Brave Old Nick Flynn.

What habitue of the old or new
capitol is there who does not know
Nick Flynn, the brave old veteran who
was appointed a custodian by Gov
ernor Merriam back in~1989, and has
been constantly employed there ever
since until quite recently? This from
the local columns of the Pioneer Press
tells what manner of man Nick is:
'But Nick is happy at that, for to-
day he. receives another discharge,
this one from st. Joseph's hospital,
where he has been i'll nearly year,
following an attack Of pneumonia.
nm spite of his 76 years, Flynn
withstood two serious operations at
the hospital and proved his metal by
refusing to take an anesthetic in
either case. i.
"Indian fighter in pioneer days, sol
der of the Civil war, woodsman,
guide and frontiersman, Flynn scorn-
ed the relief from pain welcomed
by less hardy men, as he has scorned
life of ease in the soldiers home.
He looks forward to complete recovery
and return to work of some kind.
Flynn came to Minnesota as a boy.
He took part in many Indian cam
paigns and in 1862 he went to the
front as a member of E company
Eighth Minnesota.
"He served three years with the
regiment, receiving his discharge in
July, 1865"
If ever there was a man in the
states employ deserving of pension
it is honest, courteous and gritty Nick
Flynn. A man who has served the
state and nation as we'll and as faith
fully as Nick Flynn should be amply
cared for in his old age.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31
Perfect Attendance PUPILS.

cTlcCt AltcNUdnCe L upllS.
The following named pupils, attend
ing the public schools Of Princeton
were neither absent nor tardy during
the school year 1916-1917:
George Solberg, Duane Stanley
Wade Stanley, Ards Anderson, Ell
lott Radeke, Vergil Whitcomb, Fran
ces Nelson, Helen Busch, John Fry
ling, lone Hatcher, Nellie Mark, Wal
ter Schmidt, Curtis Barrett, Durward
Boyn, Dagmar Anderson, Helen Chap
man, Guy Newton, Blanche Chapman
Geraldine Henschel, Leonel Jones,
Richard Chapman, Beatrice Larson,
Hartley Sausser, Ida Anderson, Gin
ton Whitcomb, Mildred Davis, Emil
Anderson, Ardyth JONES', lone Moss
man, Gerald Hatcher, Marjorie Chap
man, Antonio Iverson, Hazel Orion,
John Tice, Lawrence Pearson and
Marion Mark.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31
A Grand Old Veteran.

Last weeks issue of the Chisago
County Press contained an article by
our good old friend, Hon. Daniel Ander-
son, formerly Of Cambridge, written
from Coronado, Cal, telling Of the
early settlers Of Chisago county,
among whom were Mr.. Anderson and
his parents. They came up the st.
Croix river from Saltwater in fiat
boat to Taylors Falls on April 81, 1851,
and located for time at Chisago
Lake. For many years Mr.. Anderson
was an honored resident Of Isanti
county. Quite recently he removed to
California. May the days Of the grand
old veteran be prolonged and pleasant.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31
Stop Your Kicking, Fay.

National guardsmen who served on
the border may get the extra fifty
cents per day voted by the last legis-
lature if they live to ripe old age.
-Milaca Times. &
Z It should be remembered that the
State was under no legal obligation to
pay the boys any extra compensation,
whatever. The writer is one of those
who believed that the boys were en-
titled to consideration by the State,
and he voted and argued in favor Of
the proposition. We understand the
boys Of Go. G have signed the pay
rolls and the money will be forthcom-
ing within the next few days. Possess
your soul in patience, Cravens. All
things come to those who wait.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31

PATRIOTIC PROGRAM
At the Armory Friday Evening Large
" Attended Entertainment De- !.
lights All in Attendance.
Chorus Numbers, Tableaus and Or
{ chestra Selections in Program
Collection Taken for Co. G..

The patriotic program at the Arm
5ory Friday evening under the auspices
OF the Civic Betterment club, was de-
cidedly different from the usual affair
OF this kind. It was refreshingly
original. The attendance was large
and it was a success in every way.
No admission fee was charged, but
a collection was taken for the benefit
OF Go. G., and about $72 was raised
in this way. At first it was decided
to turn the amount collected over to
the fund for soldiers monument, but
1t was deemed that the needs Of Co.
e were more pressing. The civil war
veterans periodically relinquished all
claim to the proceeds.
a chorus Of more than so voices
sang the song loved by all Americans,
The Star Spangled Banner" as the
opening number, while Old Glory
gently waved on the stage in the cen
ter of a light projected from the
balcony. ..
A salute to the flag by nine boy
scouts was next, and while they stood
at attention little fellow in scout
uniform marched by and also saluted
the Stars and Stripes, being followed
by a small girl and another little
chap in a sailors uniform, who did
likewise.
The high school orchestra then
favored the audience with selection
and responded to an encore.
America twas next sung by the
chorus, while Miss Eta Davis posed
as Columbia on the stage. This was
followed by "The Marseillaise," the
national anthem. Of France. Miss
Mary Shockley, dressed in white stood
before background of blue and red
and completed the flag of our sister
republic. .'The Marseillaise," was
composed by Rouget de l'Isle in 1872
at the time~ooff the first French revolu.
ton q Under Napoleon III, 1852-187o
twas suppressed but restored at the
opening of the Franco-Prussian war
The words appear hereunder:
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31

peflence a passing shot in the night,
he felt certain that this section would
do its duty. He emphasized the fact
that America was fighting for democ-
racy and right, and that the time has
again come for the American people
to dedicate themselves to the high re-
solve that government of the people,
by the people, and for the people, shall
not perish from the earth.
Mr.. Mcmillan earnestly urged the
young men to enlist in Co. G that they
might be with home boys, and stated
that failure to do so might cost them
lifetime Of regret.
There are other ways to serve the
country, too, he said: Miss Jordan of
the Northwestern hospital will soon
leave for France to serve as Red
Cross nurse others can invest in the
Liberty loan, and help to increase the
food supply.
In conclusion he urged all to con-
tribute generously to the collection for
our soldier boys. -
Six boy scouts then passed the hats
while the high school orchestra rem
dered music.
The final number on the program
was song hy the chorus, Columbia
the Gem Of the Ocean," and tableau,
Liberty" Miss Ida Mae Schmidt
represented the statue presented to us
by France.
The program could scarcely be i'm
proved upon. Each number inspired
patriotism and loyalty The ladies of
the Civic Betterment club are certain
ly entitled to praise for the excellence
of the entertainment furnished, and
unselfish motives that prompted them
to take charge of the affair.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31
ALTON DAT
Next Tuesday, June 5All Male Per-
sons Between Ages Of Fl and
81 Years Must Register.
Every thing in Readiness in Mile Laos
County-Rules Issued By
the War Department.

peiSOH> Ill the OnlCeQ states over the
age of Fl years and under 81 years
must register in the precincts where
they live under the provisions of the
selective draft act. Failure to register
makes such person liable to imprison-
ment without the option of fine.
Here in Mile Laos county every
thing is in readiness. All the regis
trars have qualified, and on Saturday
they received the necessary blanks
and instructions. {
Sheriff Shockley, County Auditor
Doane and County Physician Olsen,
who have general charge of registra-
ton here, visited each of the regis
trars Saturday, and gave them the
necessary blanks, etc.
i For the information of those subject
to draft the rules say: -
IF you fail to present yourself, or
presenting yourself you give false,
misleading or incorrect answers, you
are misdemeanant." EST
Punishment for violation of this rule
of honesty or neglect in registering is
Imprisonment in jail. And it might be
well to bear in mind that Jail means
Jail to the government in war time.
Every man who registers on June
5 will be given registration certifi-
cate. It's small blue card about the
size of the ordinary business mans
card and can be conveniently carried.
This card will be handy thing to have
about you following registration day,
though the war department. doesn't
put it just that way. It says: 'Much
inconvenience will be spared to those
who are registered if they will keep
these certificates always in their poses
sion."
No man who has registered knows
when he will be approached by po-
lice officer and asked to show his card.
The police will play an active partsin
the registration. # is their duty, says
the circular on rules, to examine the
registration lists and make sure that
all persons liable to registration have
registered themselves.
Registration is put squarely on the
shoulders of the men subject to draft
by orders of the war department. It
is up to the individual to know where
he must register and to see that his
registration card is sent to his pre-
cinct registrar.
1t will not do bit of good to be sick
on registration day as you must regis
ter by agent if you come within the
draft age limits. This makes it prac-
tically certain that there will be no
cases Of feigned illness.
Aliens as well as citizens must reg
lister. In fact no one within the age
limit is exempt unless he is now in
the regular service.
The registration booths will be open
from z a. m. to p. m.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-05-31

A tableau, THE Reunion" with Col
umbia and France hand in hand was
next, and it was pretty sight.
Twenty-four girls from the Whittier
school then executee red, white and
blue drill, and the little folks did
splendidly.
A selection by the Jones Bros. drum
corps was well received, and it was
followed by pleasing selection by
the High School orchestra.
"Tenting Tonight" was then sang
in conjunction with tableau Of the
same title, and it indeed made the song
realistic. A Co. G tent and soldiers
were used.
Attorney E.. L. Mcmillan then de-
livered brief but patriotic address,
every sentiment Of which touched a
responsive chord in the hearts of his
hearers.
Mr.. Mcmillan called attention to the
fact that Princeton has ever been loyal
and patriotic. Now that we have be-
come involved in the most stupendous
Of all wars, a titanic struggle COM
pared to which the Civil war was only
a battle, the Spanish-American war
merely a skirnish and the border ex-