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The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
BREAK WITH
GERMANY MAY
NOT MEAN WAR
Danger That Hostilties May Follow,
However, Very Great in Light
Of History.
FEW FIRST CLASS POWERS ~ a
HAVE PREVENTED CLASH
President Wilson Reaches Decision
After Long Conference With
Senate Leaders.
ASSOCIATED Press)

Washington Feb. 3.-Breaking Of
diplomatic relations with Germany
does not mean war; but easily may
lead to war. It is an act of protest
characterized in the usage of nations
as measure short Of war;
The danger that war may follow is
accentuated by the diplomatic history
of the world. Modern times show no
instances of diplomatic break be-
tween two first class countries that
has not been followed by actual hos
tilities. ..
Not Affected.
The rights of Germans in the Unit
ed States and of Americans in Ger.
many are practically unaffected by
severance of diplomatic relations.
No treaties are terminated or sus-
pended, but remain in full force unless
either government decides later to de-
!nounce them, which in general practice
would require note of year in ad-
vance.
Whether the break with German
will be accompanied by similar
break with Austria-Hungary is not
known. lnasmuch as Austria is un-
derstood to have endorsed the action
of Germany, this action is expected,
if it has not already been taken.
Conference With Cabinet.
The decision to break was reached
after the presidents conference with
the cabinet and members of the SEN
ate yestrday. The president by those
conferences came to the conclusion
that the country would stand sOlidly
behind him in breaking off diplomatic
relations with Germany.
The presidents address to congress,
while guarded closely, prior to it's
reading, was known to review the ne
gotiations with Germany, climaxed by
the note giving notice that the Ger
man government would remove all re-
strictions from submarine warfare.
The decision to break off was taken
for granted by many senators. with
whom he talked late yesterday, and
by members of the cabinet. Although
he did not give his decision in those
conferences, his outline of the situa-
tion gave such a serious picture it was
generally believed that he had come
to the conclusion that he would follow
the only course that appeared left
open to him under the circumstances.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03

Adopting the St. Paul winter out
door sports carnival song, "I'm Lit
tie Prairie Flower and with Repre-
sentative Edward E. Coles. blue sky
as the limit, North Dakota editors
jerked her into high at the annual
cabaret luncheon and ball held in the
Mckenzie hotel last night and today
are fearlessly speeding. sailing and
stepping through the last day of thei1
4S-hour convention. For some it has
mt been sleep since they arrived in
the capital city.
Dethroning old man Gloom and kick
ing him in the ribs, Joy was last night
crowned king CO the fourth estate
Mirth and revelry, his old guards, par
ticipated in the coronation ceremon
les. Bursting of miniature ballons in
formed the outside world of the event
The jOy-bells were fastened on early
in the evening and the greatest cele
bration akin to funmaking in the his
tory of the association was enipYed
Dancing started shortly after 9:3[
o'clock in the dining room and the
lobby of the hotel. Thirty was not
called until about o'clock. Galleys
and galleys of fun were ''pied" II
Tells "1oys" the Lid" is OF. b
J. M. Keniston,, secretary of the Bis
marck Commercial club, giving the ad
dress of welcome in the Commercial
club rooms last might, told the "boys
the "lid" in Bismarck is of, that he
welcomed them most cordially, in be
half of the club and the citizens of the
city, that he wanted them to make
their stay as long as possible and not
to forget to select Bismarck for the
1918 winter meeting. The secretary
read of the "leak" in The Tribune
early in the day that Dickinson was
certain to land the summer session
so knew better than to ask for that
meeting. ....
Editor Trubshaw of the Valley City
Courier, giving the response in place
of j. H. McGarry of Alexander, who
was unable to be in the city because
of trains not operating on the branch
lines, told the gathering Bismarck has
many things; namely, the house of re
presentatives the poultry show and
other conventions and that it was nc
wonder the house "flew the kite" when
Continued on page y
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
Nation Ready for War With Germany #
Developments Demand Such Action.
Preparations for Any Eventually Have
Been Going on Quietly for Several
Weeks.
TO INVOLVE
ALL CENTRAL POWERS
UNITED Press.)

Washington Feb 3.-Plesident Wilson has determined to
break with Germany He will notify Congress at special joint
session at o'clock this afternoon of the he has adopted
Ambassador Gerard at Berlin has been ordered home German
Ambassador Won Berpso has been given his passports which
definitely puts diplomatic relations between the United States
and Germany at an end
similar of action will be taken toward other Central
Powers should their determination reckless warfare be
to this country
The President reached his decision yesterday morning and
held up order that all minor details could be attended to-
Whether not there will be actual following the
Presidents action depends entirely Germany This country
has made preparations for any eventuay The preparation
has been going for weeks, it was learned today.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
WASHINGTON
STUNNED BY
WILSON 5 ACT
ASSOCIATED Press)

Washington, Feb. 3.-At the capitol
the news of the presidents decision
came like thunderclap. Everywhere
there were expressions of support and
appreciation. Leaders in congress were
deeply moved by the comment.
One of the first to hear the news
was Senator Lodge, of Massachusetts
Republican, of the foreign relations
committee. .
Can that be true?" he fairly shout
ed. II did not believe the president
would do it. Now we had better see
to it that our marines prevent the dis
mantling of any more German ships
in our harbors."
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
PIans For Action.

4 -. Vs0VO VVVb VOSsVUs
Plans for Immediate action have
been worked out by the war depart
ment and general staff. They call for
an army of 100000 men year, train.
ed in two years, and none of those
sent to Europe during that time. Pas
sage Of the universal military train.
ling law is also included, and the es-
tablishment of military training
camps in every state and the estab.
lishment of munition plants and other
factories to supply the United States
with war necessities. z''f
1t was said 1t would be futile to
send any of the present army to Eu.
rope During the first ten months OF
the war, Russia lost 8 600 Of1cers,
more than the total number of officers
in the United States army.
How Will he Go?
An interesting question arose today
as to how German Ambassador Won
Bernstorff will get back to Germany,
or whether at all. The United States
is under no obligation to see that q
dismissed ambassador is returned
safely to his home SOIL There are no
German boats sailing, and II he went
on an English liner, he would prob
ably be turned over to British war
ships before landing. There Is no
means of transportation between the
British ports and Germany, nor is 1t
possible since Italy went into the war
to get into Germany by that route. ~
Switzerland 10 Act.
Germany's diplomatic interest in the
United States will be assumed by the
Swiss legation. 81"
Measures proposed to protect the
United States against conspiracies
that may result from the rupture with
Germany will be considered at spe-
cial session of the senate judiciary
committee after the presidents ad-
dress. The committee was urged to
consider the measure as quickly as
possible by the administration.
Democratic Leader Kitchin told Re.
publican Leader Mann, when tho
house convened today that no action
by congress was contemplated today
in connection with the presidents ad-
dress.
Preparedness Measure.
Senator Thomas today introduced
an amendment to the house revenue
bill proposing IN issue Of $50O,O0O,OOO
non-interest bearing treasury notes to
put the nation in "state of naval and
military preparedness"
The amendment was read, but not
discussed. The notes would be pay.
able to persons from whom the gov
eminent purchased munitions, could
be used to pay taxes, and would be ro-
deemable in 1885.
200 Lives Cost.
Two hundred Americans. at least.
probably more, have gone to their
death through German and Austrian
submarine operations.
Most of the Americans were lost
travelling on unarmed merchant ships.
and under the practices Of internat1on-
al law, and humanity, believed them.
selves secure. More than 1000 cttt-
zens Of other nationalities lost their.
lives in attacks similar to those IN
which the Americans we're lost, but
they compose only part OF the toll
of life taken by submarine warfare.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
GERMAN RAIDER
SUNK SAYS
CONSUL CLERK
UNITED Press.)

Buenos Ayres, Feb. 3.-A Pernam-
buco dispatch quoted Eelgian con-
sulate clerk as declaring that the
British steamers, Glasgow, Amethyst,
and Kent, sank German raider in a
40-minute engagement yesterday. This
dispatch is unconfirmed.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
NATION MAY BE
FORCED IN TO |.
WORLD CONFLICT
President Wilson Tells Congress That
Every Means viii Be Taken to
Protect Our seamen.
MAY ASK AUTHORITY -e
LATER TO USE FORCE
Believes All Neutral Governments
Will Soon Take the Same
Position. 4
STAND BY PRESIDENT.

Gov. Lynn J. Frazier this af-
ternoon authorized the statement
to be made that 40 "true Ameri-
cans we should stand by the pres
ident." Other than this, the gov
ernor would make no statement on
the international crisis pending
between the United States and
Germany on the severance Of d.
pIomatic relations.
Faith and confidence in his lead
ership were expressed in a reso-
luton adopted by the senate late
this afternoon and wired 10 Presi.
dent Wilson.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
Philadelphia, Pa, Feb. 3.-An
effort was made today to sink the
United States torpedo boat de-
stroyer, Jacob Jones, at League
island navy yard. 7S;,09 -.,,arF -, ..., +.
SPAIN ON
WAR BASIS
Iii NN'
(Unjted PresS)

Madrid, Feb. 3.-Spain is practical
ly on a war footing today. Her army
and navy officials received instruc-
tions today to prepare for any contin-
gencies. Cities throughout the mon
archy are under special guard where
the public appeared against the Ger
man submarine decree. Extra police
are guarding the; buildings occupied
by diplomats, consuls and representa-
tives of the Central powers.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
TO POSTPONE SHIPPING.
(Associated preos)

Washington, Feb. 3.-The state q
partment officials said that the Anor.
ican line request for advisement re-
garding the sailing of the steamer q.
Louis had not been answered. II 10
said that they were unoficially 81
vised last night to postpone the ship.
pine until this governments course
has been received.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
VISITORS BARRED.
Associated Press)

Washington, Feb. 3.-No others
than officials and employees Of the
naval yards and stations are to be
admitted to such government re-
servations. Orders to this effect,
Secretary Daniels announced to,
day, had been issued, and would
be effective Immediately.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
HARTMAN STILL
TRAILS RIVALS
hALF.BREED WINS.

st. Paul, Minn., Feb. 3.-Albert
Campbell, the Cree halfbreed, OF
La Pas, Man., won the 509.2.miIe
dog race from Winnipeg to st.
Paul, crossing the finishing line
in Como Park here today, at 2:A
p. m.
The three other leaders follow
ed the winner closely punched,
Bill Grayson coming in second, at
12:49; Joe 'Meteaif, third, and
Gabriel Campbell, brother Of the
winner, fourth.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
DEMAND RELEASE,
(Assocjated Press,

Washington, Feb. 3.-The Unit
ed States has formally demanded
Of Germany the immediate release
Of the Americans who were taken
prisoners on five prize ships by
the raider in the South Atlantic.
in all there were 81 Americans
taken from the steamers Georgia,
Mt. Temple and voItaire 80 Of the
prisoners are confined in the pris-
on camp at 0ueImen, in Westfa'.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
CARGO BURNED.
(unjted preSS)

New London, Feb. 3.-The cargo
intended for the submarine mer-
chantman Deutschland, expected
at this port at II o'clock today, is
a mass Of flames. The fire is
thought to have started in COM
bustible material at the north end
Of the pier where the cargo was
removed soon after word was re-
eeived that diplomatic relations
were to be severed between this
country and Germany. The cargo
stands about 200 feet from where
the German steamer Whitehead,
mother ship Of the submarine, was
docked. The entire fire depart
ment was called out.
ASSOCIATED Press)
London, Feb. "a large crowd
Of homeward bound Americans
took the boat train At Houston
station this morning. There SEEM
ed little apprehension Of danger
as today's sailing was exempt
under the German warning, It be-
ina the last one with such exemp.
ton.
II turned out that the demands
for transportation by Americans
desiring to get away from Eng
land were less urgent than was
expected and virtually one entire
deck Of first class accommoda-
tions on the first steamer was un-
occupied.
Col. Spencer Cosby, returning
American military attaehe, at Par
(Continued on Page two.)
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
ASSOCIATED Press)

Washington Feb. 3.-Severance
Of diplomatic relations with Ger
many was formally announced to
the country and the world by
President Wilson at joint ses-
sion of congress this afternoon.
The United States now stands
on the verge of war, with all his
toric precedents Of centuries pres.
sing it forward.
FerventIy invoking guidance Of
Almighty God in the step he has
taken, President Wilson detailed
to congress why the United States
could not continue relations with
a warning power, which repeated
ly invades it's sacred rights and
takes the lives Of its ctizens,
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
TO TAKE OFF CREWS,

Newport News, a., Feb. 3.-The
coast guard cutter Yamacraw has
gone alongside the German prize
ship Appam and it is thought the
German prize crew will be taken
off Immediately. Two torpedo
boat destroyers joined the super
dreadnaught Arkansas off Virginia
capes on emergency duty.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
Sense 81, H,rIttrks

Calm, with q sense of right in what
may prove the most sombre moment
of American history, the president
stood in the historic hall of the house
of representatives, and with senators
and representatives before him, spoke
words which may carry the country in
(CQntinued on Page Four)
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
JOY CROWNED
KING Of FOURTH
ESTATE OF n. D.
Old Man Gloom Dethroned at Annual
Cabaret Luncheon and DANCING
Party Of Editors.
PRESS "BoYs" ADOPT ST.
PAUL CARNIVAL BOOST SONG
Secretary Remission Tells Members
lid" 10 OF in Bismarck and
Wants Gang. to Return.

. . . . . Q . . . . . . . . . . z
@ SONG ADOPTED BY Z
@ STATE PRESS GANG
O "Pm little prairie flower,
9 Growing wilder every hour,
9 Nobody ever cuItivates me.
@ I'm wild, by jinks, I'm wild"
8 o 8 o o o o o o @ @ @ @ @ O. @ G
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-02-03
BULLETINS
ON WAR BASIS.
Omitted Press)

Philadelphia, Pa, Feb. 3.-The
;EcaouS Island navylyardx were
put on a war basis today. After
day Of feverish activity yester-
day the yards were closed to Wis.
itors. A triple guard has been
placed at every entrance, while
extra patrols have been thrown
about the shops, ships and piers.
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ICOntinued on Pace Tw0>
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1917-09-27
Notice to Creditors.


orpa.nnr Court OF st. MaFy County, Set :.
September ~ 1917.
ORDERED ny THE COURT, That
s. nornnEd nureh, EzeeutoT Of sylvester
AdaEnn, late 81 ~ Marv'a county 6eeaAseis
dive me notice required ~ law - ne ae-
Senne8'a creditors 10 exhlhla their ciAimss
and thar the nAme be phhilahed once week
fnF aix successive weeks IN me vs. MaES's
ifMmx. Conna,
laosiHleF 81 Wiiln,
Frue copg. Toasf BBNI. Conna.
Register Of Wiila fur ~ AaFv'sCounty.
In pursnancs ~ ths above order. I hereby
alva notice that hmgn obtained from th9 Or
nh3ns' CouFa % ~ Mnfy'a county, Md iat-
EeEa or ADMINISTRATION on the pefnonAi estate
SYLVESTER ADAMS,
late OF aald oonntY. aeesaaed. All persons
having aialxna sninei the aAld Decreased are
haralIy notified 70 exhibit the same with she
nfsipar vouchers attached ther0aos " the sub
srffbef on or bsfore the 25tn day 81 MaFeh,
1878, they VIII otherwiee BY Law ~ exclunsd
gFnra the b. nasl q Of the aid esteto, All PEI
sons indebted 20 the deceased are required %
rnak Immediate payment 70 the nnpasEiheF
sxsA Esscusor.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1917-09-27
Application For 0Yaler Cralnda

By ] T Swami, OF PIney Point.
About 4ncres, more 0r less Lo-
Gated In st. Georges River on tho
southerly side thereof, adjoining tho
oyster ground now held b. the appii-
cant, as shown on published chart No.
"a.
Protests must be died With the Clerk
OF The Circuit Court OF 81. sMary'n
county on Or before October III 1917.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1917-09-27

The first detachment Of ST. Mays quota Of
the National Army departed this morning by
boat for Baltimore, where they will entrain for
Camp Meade to begin their military training.
St. Mary's is justly proud Of her selected
men and has displayed her pride at the recent
entertainments in their honor.
Last night, on the eve Of their departure, the
Hotel St. Mary's was the scene Of the climax
to a series Of receptions, dances and banquets
which must demonstrate to these young men,
the regard and esteem in which they are held
BY the people Of their home county.
Words fail to express the general admiration
which is felt for these men who have nobly and
periodically responded to their country's call,
and without protest, assumed the obligations
and abided by the provisions Of the draft law
They have not been influenced by the glamor or
excitement Of military life, but are actuated
solely by lofty sense Of tb%solemn duty which
everyaaikIzens owes .tta2 native land
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1917-09-27
FOR SALE

China Smooth Hoad wheat aud
Rye: prices on application. See SAM
pies Of BEACON Office. Write or
phone
ZACH JOHNSON,
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1917-09-27

Chamberlain i Collie, Cholera and
Darrhoes Remedy.
This Is ! medicine that every family
should be provided with Colo and
diarrhoea often comes on suddenly
and Il Is Of the greatest Importance
that they be treated promptly COnsi-
der the suffering that mnst be endured
until physician alsriver or medicine
can be obtained. Ghamherlain's Collie
Cholera and Dinrfhooa Rsunedy has a
reputation second To nOne for the quick
relief which II affords. Obfainale
szper i 9 hffa 81 Adv
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1917-09-27

Following the suggestion of the Maryland
Agricultural Society for local or community ex-
hibitions this year in lieu Of the Club Exhibit
Contest held in former years at the Maryland
Week" show, which has been postponed on ac-
count Of war conditions the directors of the St.
Mary's County Fair Association, at meeting
held on Saturday, Sept u, unanimously de-
cided to hold "One Day Agricultural and
Conservation Exhibit on Tuesday, October
30. In view Of the unprecedented demands Of
this critical period upon all feedstufs, it was
deemed advisable to eliminate the live stock
exhibit for this year, the cost Of fattening ami
mails for show purposes being practically pro-
hibitive
The action of the Fair Association cannot
fail to enlist the unqualified approval and hearty
cooperation Of the agricultural interests Of the
county, and by agricultural interest" we mean
every man, woman and child within the boun-
Diary lines Of old ST. Mary's. Agriculture is
the basis OF our present prosperity, it sustained
the lives and made the fortunes Of the couniy's
first settlers, and inits development and scientific
improvement we pin our faith for future great
ness.
From the farms we draw all Of the necessaries
Of life and most Of its luxuries, and directly or
indirectly, every profession, business or enter
prise within the county is dependent upon the
fruits Of the soil. That agriculture has reached
its present high plane and is recognized as a
science rather than an occupation is due in large
measure to the stimulus it has received from the
annual fairs and exhibitions that are held through
out the country, and it would have been most
regrettable error tohaye allowed this year to pass
without bringing into friendly competition the
products Of our principal industry.
With the winning Of the worlds greatesl|
war dependent upon increased production it is
most important that every section Of the county
should be represented in an exhibition that will
be Of untold value in improving the crop next
year that the added consumption NAV be met
~ / eoaespQndlRg inGrsass u lhs sisld,
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1917-09-27
No Politics In BllI--No Additional
Power 10 City


There is no politics III the proposed
Bill; but simply a matter eifectimR
the best development from the stand.
point OF business, commerce, health
and good government Of this part OF
the State, and directly promoting the
general welfare Of the entire State.
The passage Of the proposed Bill will
not give Baltimore City single ad-
ditional vote IN the Legislature nor
win 1t deprive Baltimore or Anne
Arundel County Of a single vote IN
the Legislature. The Committee.
therefore, recommend to the League
the approval Of this Bill and express
the hope that II may be approved and
passed by the Legislature solely On
the ground that they believe It 10 be
q matter which win promote the pub
lie welfare.
HENRY D. HARLAN, Chairman.
w. LAIRD HENRY,
BENZ. A. RICHMOND.
w. L. MARBURY,
GEORGE r. GATHER,
w. CALVIN CHESTNUT,
JOHN II. MUD,
ALEX. r. HAGNER,
JOHN H. RICHARDSON,
JAMES 2. McGOVERN,
3. 8. FIELD.
mAAdK
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1917-09-27

The proposed Bin provides that
property In the territory TO be added
should be taxed at rate equal to 80
per cent. Of the full city rate for the
year 1919 and that the percentage Of
the full City rate should increase 2
per cent. each year until the two rates
become one nt the end OF twenty
years. II was thought that the pres
ent City rate represents in part pro-
vision to meet the interest and sink
ing fund on old loans the proceeds
Of which had been expended for pur-
poses the benefit Of which would not
be fully received by the new territory
and that It would take some time be-
fore the new territory received the
full City benefits and, therefore, Il
was thought just--.both to the tax
payers In the present City and 70 tho
taxpayers In the new territory--not
10 apply the full City rate at once In
the new territory, but to begin with
the percentage thereof stated and in
crease the percentage gradually until
the two rates become one. This tax
provision has the merit Of simplicity
and the further merit that II win be-
come adjusted TO the full City rate