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PMI POUR v:v'' If:.::, v:.. BRYAN OUT FEARS WAR Washington, June 8.—William Jen nings Bryan, three times democratic candidate for the presidency, and au thor of nearly 30 peace treaties with the principal nations of the world, re signed today as secretary of state as a dramatic sequel to his disagree ment with President Wilson over the government's policy toward Germany. His resignation was accepted by the president. The cabinet then approv ed the response prepared to Ger many's reply to the Lusitania note. Actibg Secretary Lansing will send the document tomorrow to be cabled to Berlin. Bryan will return to private life tomorrow when his resignation takes effect. It is learned he intends to continue his political support of the president. Rather than sign the doc ument which he believed might possi bly draw the United Ccates into war, Secretary Bryan submitted his resig nation. President Regrets Parting The president has accepted the res ignation of Mr. Bryan in a letter of regret, tinged with a deep personal feeling of affection. The effect of the resignation is interpreted variously in official diplomatic quarters, on the delicate situation arisen between Ger many and the United States. The resignation of the staunchest advo cate of peace in the president's offi cial family has spread broadcast the belief that the policy of the United States as definitely determined upon would assert and defend the rights of the United States in any eventual ity that might arise. Originally it was the intention of the president and Secretary Bryan to have the announce ment made simultaneously with the dispatch of the note to Germany, but •when Secretary Bryan failed to attend the cabinet meeting today until the president sent for him rumors that the president was unable to persuade Bryan filled the air. Friction of Long Sitanding That there has been friction be tween the president and Secretary Bryan has been an undercurrent com ment for several weeks, but as the president heretofore has always been able to secure the acquiscence of Bryan in his point of view, the talk of resignation was discounted. It was revealed today the position of Bryan in the cabinet has recently become embarrassing, his advocacy of peace being so pronounced that other mem bers of the cabinet who felt the United States should assert itself, irrespec tive of the consequences, are under stood to have on one occasion declared their intention of resigning if a pol icy of firmness and vigor was not adopted. The real disagreement dates back to the famous session of the cab inet when the note of May 13, follow ing the sinking of the Lusitania, was drafted, informing Germany the Unit ed States would not omit "any word or act" to protect its rights. Bryan Counsels Mediation Then Mr. Bryan made a speech counseling peaceful measures and cautious action. He consented to sign the note only after it was tentatively arranged that the statement at the White House ^hould be issued and transmitted to Germany, announcing that inasmuch as Germany has ac cepted the principle of the peace treaties negotiated between the Unit ed States and other cuontries, the difference between the two nations might be adjusted by a commission of Investigation. Opposition to this course was most vehement in some cabinet quarters but ne president, after considering Bryan's suggestion, finally disapproved It at the hour the note was sent. The cabinet officers argued such an appendix to the note -would be construed abroad as a weakening of the American position, and their counsel prevailed. Dramatically the official relation of Bryan with the administration of the man whose nomination he assisted so materially in bringing noout at the Baltimore convention of 1912, came to an end. It caused a sensation in the national capital, scarcely paralleled in recent years. Ambassadors, ministers and diplomatists from foreign lands and officials of every rank and station heard the news as it was flashed by newspaper extras tonight. Just when the subject was first broached between the president and Bryan is not known definitely, but the fact Bryan would resign was known to a small circle of officials as early as Sunday. When the principles on which the note to Germany should be based were discussed at the cabinet meeting of Friday, Bryan found that he could not reconcile his own position with that of the administration. Work on the note went forward, however, Bryan 'keeping his secret as did the other officials, awaiting the hour when the communication would be ready to Late to Cabinet Meeting Today the cabinet assembled for a final reading of the note. Bryan was absent. He declined to receive news paper men or callers, and sent out word that he had been delayed an ac count of important business. At the White House no word as to the rea sons for his failure to appear at the meeting were given, but after the cab inet had been discussing the note for an hour, Bryan arrived, telling the newspaper men at the White House he regretted being late. It was learned tonight that with the knowledge that his resignation had al ready been accepted by me president, Bryan felt it would be indelicate to at tend today's session, unless his pres ence was desired by the president. When President Wilson telephoned an invitation, the secretary hurried to the White House, his face somewhat drawn and pale. When the cabinet adjourned, shortly after 1 o'clock, Bryan entertain seven of his col leagues, all who could attend, at a luncheon at the University club. The luncheon was in the nature of a fare well. The official relations of Bryan with the president and the other cabinet officers have been somewhat strained, although the closest personal friend I ship has been maintained. The offi cials of the administration were unani mous tonight in their expressions of personal regret. Secretary Tumulty issued a statement to that effect, and the president reflected the same senti ment in his letter. Admiration and praise for the courageous manner in which Bryan had foughi for and held to his convictions were expressed by officials on every side, including those who had been most vigorous in their opposition to his policies. The strong personal attachment the president and Bryan has long been noticeable in their every-day conferences. Even to day, as they met in the cabinet room their greeting was of affection and re gard. Twice Offered to Resign. It became known only tonight that twice before in the two years and three months of his term Bryan offer ed to resign so as to save the presi dent from embarrassment, and each time the president refused to accept his resignation. Throughout the con stant newspaper bombardment of Bryan for his views on peace, his ad vocacy of prohibition, his speeches on the Chautauqua platform, the president has stood by the secretary, resenting criticism of him." In domestic affairs the two men who were at the helm of the democra tic party in its first ascendency into power in 16 years co-operated most harmoniously. Often Bryan yielded some of his own views, as on the cur rency bill, and used his influence to assist the president's program in con gress. It was not surprising, there fore, to officials and friends of the president and of Bryan to learn to night that the latter continued un daunted in his support of the presi dent politically, although he could not remain in the cabinet and give his official help on a matter of principle which affected his entire philosophy of life. The Letter of Resignation "My dear Mr. President: "It is with sincere regret I have reached the conclusion I should re turn to you the commission of secre tary of state with which you honored me at the beginning of your adminis tration. "Obedient to your sense of duty, and actuated by the highest motives, you have prepared for transmission to Germany a note in which I cannot join without violating what I deem to be my obligation to my country, but the issue involved is of such moment that to remain a member of the cabi net would be unfair to you as it would be to the cause which is nearest to my heart namely, the prevention of war. "I therefore respectfully tender my resignation effective when the note is sent, unless you prefer an earlier hour. Alike desirous of reaching a peaceful solution of the problem arising from the use of submarines against mer chantmen, we find ourselves differing irreconcilably as to the methods which should be employed. "It falls to your lot to speak official ly for the nation I consider it to be none the less my duty to endeavor as a private citizen to promote the end which you have in vie by means which you do not feel at liberty to use. "In severing the intimate and pleas ant relations which have existed be tween us during the past two years, permit me to acknowledge the pro found satisfaction which it has given me to be associated with you in the important work which has come be fore the state department, and to thank you for the courtesies extended. "With the heartiest good wishes for your personal •welfare, and for the suc cess of your administration, I am, qty dear Mr. President, Very truly yours, "W. J. BRYAN." President'* Letter of Acceptance 'My dear Mr. Bryan: THI WflKLY TlML'tRKCOltD, THURSDAY, JUNE 10,1f15. "I accept your resignation only be cause you insist upon its acceptance and I accept it with much more than deep regret, with a feeling of personal sorrow. Our two years' association has been very delightful to me our judgments accorded in practically every matter of official duty, of public policy until now your support of the work and purposes of the administra tion has been generous and loyal be yond praise your devotion to the du ties of your great office and your eagerness to take advantage of every great opportunity for services it of fered has been an example to the rest of us you have earned our affection ate admiration and friendship. Even now we are not separated in the object we seek, but only in the metb od by which we seek it. "It is for these reasons, my feelings about your retirement from the sec retaryship of state goes much deeper than regret. I sincerely deplore it. Our objects are the same, we ought to pursue them together. I yield to your desire only because I must and wish you god-speed in parting. We shall continue our work for the same causes, even when we do not work in the same way. "With affectionate regard, Sincerely yours, "WOODROW WILSON." LAY CORNERSTONE OF CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL Noltimier township is building a fine new township consolidated sbhool. It will be a four-room building, with full size gymnasium, auditorium, do mestic science and manual training rooms. Tuesday evening at 7 o'clock the sorner stone was laid, and about 200 were present to witness the oc casion. Louis Noltimier, the first settler of Noltimier township, was the chairman of the meeting. Mr. Noltimier came and settled there in 1879. Rev. Bublitz gave the opening prayer and scripture reading and addresses were given by Mr. Noltimier, County Superintendent of Schools Miss Minnie J. Nielson and Rev. Bublitz. Following this a box containing the history of the town ship, the family histories of the old residents, the daily papers and other matters pertaining to the school and district of historical value, were placed in the stone by Louis Noltimier assisted by Fred Schulz. It was indeed a most interesting oc casion, and the township is surely an enterprising one. They feel that the most valuable crop is the boys and girls, and they believe in giving tbem a chance. The school will maintain a four-year high school course. Chas G. Carlson, who is a graduate of the state agricultural college at Fargo, is to be the new principal, having been elected for the opening of the new school. Mr. Carlson comes most highly recommended, and his work in debates, oratorical contests and the drama, has won him distinction at the A. C. He is the author of the class play, "Bridging the Chasm,'? which will be presented by the senior class in Fargo next week. Mr. Calson has also had four wears' experience in teaching. He is also an efficient land scape gardener, and has drawn plans for the 40-acre park which has been laid out for the school grounds. The school house is located on a commanding site, in the centre of the township, 12 miles from Valley City, situated in the open country. The people of Noltimier township are to be highly congratulated for their en terprise. SANBORN HAPPENINGS. Sanborn Enterprise: The local school closes Friday, June 11. Kenneth Elliott is the latest victim of measles. W. S. Willson was a passenger to Jamestown Moiiday. Conductor Lawrence has the branch passenger run this week. D. M. Shannon was a passenger to Hope last Thursday. Mrs. McDonald of Valley City was the guest of her friend, Mrs. Pius Stroh Monday. Mrs. McGann, of Bismarck, tarried with Mr. and Mrs. Lief over night Monday. Ge. L. Isensee, of Courtenay, former ly of this place, was a business visitor here yesterday. J.' L. Houghtaling enjoyed a fishing trip to the Minnesota lakes, returning Monday morning. Mr. and Mrs. Dunkelberger and Walter returned from Valley City Monday on No. 7. N. J. Olsen is putting in 100 acres of potatoes and 100 acres of corn on 6ne of his farms near town. Last Thursday was the thirty-sev enth anniversary of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Diss, who were married in Canada. They have been in Dakota 34 years. SSpi| WV-, Vff. y?$f Gill's EXCEPTIONALLY Ladies' Wash Dresses,'worth $1.25. Each. All-Over Aprons, in many different styles. The kind you pay up to 75c for, at our store, only tJCJC Wash Dresses, worth $1.50 Street Dresses at a saving to you from $1 and 11.25 I1.50 Suits worth up to $25 at Suits worth up to $20 at Men's Summer Union Suits Men's Work Shirts at Good quality Work Shirts at Men's 41 Dress Shirts at GILL'S recently taken to the hospital in Val ley City suffering from appendicitis. Ralph Potter experienced a very painful accident while pulling stone on the farm Tuesday. His leg was caught in some way and was badly bruised and lacerated, though nc bones were broken* He is out on crutches. \i:: Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Berry and little son and Mr. and Mrs. W. Carver and little daughter, all of Page, motored down and spent Sunday with Mrs. Berry's parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. Smith. Little Wilda Berry returned home after spending a week with her grand-parents. The Barnes County democratic Central committee met in Valley City yesterday, Dr. A. A. J. Lang being the member from Sanborn. One bone of contention was settled when the Litchville postoffice fight- was taken up and the committee decided by a vote of 12 to 11 to endorse J. B. Chris tianson for the postmastership as against John M. Olson. Col. George B. Vallandigham of Valley City, was a Sanborn visitor Tuesday and paid the Enterprise a fraternal call. Our. old friend has been enjoying a few months' visit west and., south and is enjoying the best of health. He is looking better than at any time since we have known him, which is more than a third of a century. Little five-year-old Douglas, son of •Mr. and Mrs. L. D. McFarland, of Sand Point, Idaho, fell from a baggy Main Street New Lee Building Valley City fered throughout the entire store for Satur day and the coming week. Not one department will be overlooked, as we have gone through our stock and wherever there was a possibility-of re ducing prices we did not hestate to do so and those who want their dollars to go the farthest it is to their advantage to come to our store. -—UNRESTRICTED CHOICE OF Any Ladies' Suit or Coat at HALF-PRICE 59c 98c 25 to 30% A beautiful assortment of Girls' White and Colored Dresses— 75c quality at..... 50c and 60c quality at. 48c .39c quality at and 75c $1.75 quality $3.00 quality at Come in and see our All- 98c $1.98 Mill's. Clttbing and Fnrolshlag Goods Department A Wool Blue Serge Suits at.... 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