Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, June 9, 1905, Page 4

BIG MEETING TOMORROW Pians for Draining Northern Minnesota Swamp Lands Will Be Discussed. SESSION WILL COMMENCE AT CITY HALL AT 2 P. M. Business Men’s Club Will Meet Tonight to Appoint Committee on Entertainment. A meeting of the state drain- age board will be held at the city hall in Bemidji tomorrow after noon commencing at 2 o’clock. The mem bers of the board, which consists of Governor John A. Johnson, State Auditor S. G. Iverson and Secretary of State Peter . Hanson, will arrive from St. Paul on the Great Northern via Crookston tomorrow noon and will be accompanied by State Engineers Ralph and Aber- crombie, They will be met at the depot by a committee of the Business Men’s club and escorted to the Markham hotel, where they will entertained until the time for the beginniag of the meeting. The mecting will commence promptly at 2 o’clock and will be called to order by Gov. Johnson, who is chairman of the drainage board. After the purpose of the meeting has been stated speeches on the drainage question will be made by prominent men of the northern part of the state inter- ested in the matter. Among those who are expected to speak at the meeting are Senator A. D. Stephens of Crookston, Repre- sentative Cole of Walker, Senator Mausten of Aitkin and A. M. Greeley of Ripple, and it is prob- able that a number of others will S FLOWAGE CASES ARE DISMISSED Suits Against Clearwatel{ Logging Co. Dropped on Plaintiffs’ Motion. The first of the flowage cases against the Clearwater Logging company commenced at Bagley this morning. The plaintiff was F. E. Roland and damages were asleed for losses claimed to have been sustained by Roland asa result of the rising of the river caused by the placing of dams across the stream by the com- pany. Before the plaintiff rested his case this, with the other four cases of the same nature against the company, were dismissed on the plaintiff’s motion without prejudice. Ole P. Dahl, accused of illigiti- mate relations with Mary Nelson, admitted his guilt by stipulation and was ordered by the court to pay the relator, Miss Nelson, K250 within 15 days and $50, the costsof the action, In the case of the First National bank vs. the village of Bagley, the jury | brought in a yerdict for the plain- (tiff under the direction of the court in the amount of $293.95. The jury in the case of J, P. Cul- len vs. V. L, Bllis was waived by stipulation after the evidence had been heard and the cause was submitted to the court for find- ings. Inthe case of C. Searle vs. James Revor, the defendant’s demurrer to the complaint was overruled and the defendant was given 10 days in which to answer. Galant vs. Peter A, Gallant was tried and resulted in findings for the plaintiff. The criminal cases against Wm. Henderson and Arnt L. Clippe were dismissed on motion of the county attorney. consent to give their views re- garding drainage. The Business Men’s club will hold a meeting this evening to appointa committee to receive the members of the drainage board and the other visi o will arrive tomorr:w. After the meet s win 5 has been concluded Gov. Johnson and the other membirs ol the Loard will be taken in hind by the enter tainment cowietor, who will provide suiisble diversions for them during their atay in Bemidji. MEETING OF OLD SETTLERS Executive Board Will Meet in Bemidji June 16 to Make Arrangements. The executive board of Bel- trami’s old settlers society meets at Bemidji June 16 to make arrangements for their meeting to be held at Tenstrike, Aug. 28. The society is formed on a historical basis and from that standpoint it means more than the mere locale of the sociéty. August 28 the day set apart for the meeting commemorated the 82nd anniversary of the ar- rival in Beltrami county on the shores of Lake Julia of Beltrami, an ex judge of the court of Italy, who had came all the way up the Mississippi from Fort Snelling— his boat being the first built at that historic fort. Today a move- ment is on foot to mark the old trail which was the portage be- tween Lake Julia and Lake Tur-| tle. Legal blanks, all kinds, at the Pioneer Office. LOOKS LIKE ELOPEMENT Son of Crookston Shoe Man Claimed to Have Been Married in Bemidji. Crookston Times: Fred Reidesel of this city, son of Carl Reidesel the popular Second strect shoe man, departed from tnis city suddenly last Saturday eyening without informing friends or acquaintances of his intentions and word reached the city this morning of his marriage to Miss Regina Battinburg, for- merly of this city and bookkeeper of the Phillips Steam Laundry. Carl Reidesel, father of the young man when seen this after- noon stated that he had received a letter from Fred but that no definite news of the intended marriage had been inclosed. Mr. Reidesel has long suspected that something was in the air and after his son’s sudden and unex- pected departure, he was not surprised at the report of the wedding today. Investigation discloses the fact that Fred when he left the city Saturday evening was accom- panied by his bride to beand her sister who returned from Bemidji this morning, with the story of the wedding. The young people took hercic measures to prevent their friends from becoming swise”” on their project and boarded the train at Carman to avoid the gaping crowd at th- depot. The marriage ceremony was performed at Bemidji and the many warm friends of Mr. Reidesel in this city will join in wishing the young couple an abundance of happiness: WEDDING GIETS June is Proverbially the month of Marriages, and the month of costly and suitable gifts. Fash- ion decrees that almost every gift have a Monogram, Let- ter or Letters Engraved—not a crude jumble, but a rich Cipher befiting the Article. Popular taste is improving and the public are more ex- acting. The modern gift must reflect good taste and so must the engraving. Many suitable gifts in Sterling Silver, Plate Ware and also a fine line of Cut Glass and H. Pamtee China. Geo. T. Baker @ Co. Located in City Drug Store. e 2 MONEY WITH ~ NO CLAIMANT Neither Side to a Damage Case Will Take the Money. Some place between St. Paul, Cass Lake and Grand Forks a package containing $500 in green- backs is being buffeted about. The package was sent from the Great Northern offices in St. Paul to Mrs. J. B. Walsh at Cass Lake. She returned itaftercon. sulting with her attorney, and the package was promptly re- turned to her. She then sent the package to her attorney at Grand Forks, and he forwarded it to the Great Northern officials, and it is understood or expected that it is on its way back to Mrs. Walsh at Cass Lake. The amount is supposed to be a full payment to Mrs, Walsh for the loss of her husband. J.B. Walsh was killed in the Great Northern yards at Larimore sev- eral months ago. He stepped upon the footboard of an engine, and owing to the absence of the toeboard, or back of the foot- board, he stepped through under the wheels and was crushed to death. Mrs. Walsh started an action against the Great North- ern company to recover $25,000, court, Mrs. Walsh lives at Cass Lake and she was at once the subje The divorce case of Christine |of much solicitude on the part of | & strange men who visited her at|@ her home and gave her advice. than the others bhad been, and before she realized what she had done she accepted $500 and signed & decument releasing the Great Northern company from any liability for the death of her husband. and told him of the transaction, was returned and the package of St. Paul, Cass Lake and Grand Forks. Mrs. Walsh’s attorney says the representatives of the railroad company by false state money and sign the release. in the federal court the first fight will be on the release which Mrs Walsh claims to have signed un- fer a misannrehension, Band Meeting Tonight. the Bemidji band will hold a meeting at the city hall this evening and it is expeeted thata manager and the other officers of the organization will be chosen, thus making the band a perma nent ooganization. mour and Anderson have found of the city is enthusiastic for hav- ing a good musical organization in Bemidji, and have met with of financial support. probably be the director of il very probable that he will acce pt, although nothing to the eff that he has accepted the cifvr yet. Will Show Cause Monday. The charges preferred against conducted a disorderly saloon will be heard at a meeting of the village council of Nymore Mon- day evening, when Mr. Guyer will be required to show cauase why his license should be revok. ed. The matter was to have b.en heard yesterday but was postponed. Finger Sawed OIf. T. W. Bell this afternoon had his left thumb completely sev- ered from the hand while work- ing at the Swedback lumber mill. Mr. Bell was tightening a burr when the wrench which he held slipped, his band coming in con- tact with the saw. i Special Agent Layman of the interior department arrived in the city this afternoon from Crookston. : y “JGOVERNOR retaining George A. Bangs of|, Grand Forks to look after her in- | terests. Theaction wason motion | of the company transferred from ':‘, the district court to the federal | Finally one was more yersuasiye | $ Then she notified her attorney, | 8 with the result that the mouey | banlk notes has since spent most | j of the time on the road between | § ments induced her to accept the | § When the case is called for trial | & The prospective members of Messrs, Gil-|§ that the sentiment of the public |} much encouragement in the way [ # Martin | & Krickson of Detroit, who will band, has been made a flattering | g offer for his services and it is|§ has been received from him :s|§ Mike Guyer of Nymcre of having | § lar to those instituted in Beltrami county. Itis said that in several in- stances much evidence of gross maladministration has been pro- cured. This evidence will be examined carefully and in those cases the governor has no jurisdiction, the complainants will be informed of the law and the methods -they should pursue to bring about the desired reforms. » It is charged that ditches, roads, bridges and public build- ings, in many municipalities, have not been let to the lowest bidder as the Jaw provides. It is claimed further that the floating indebtedness of some of the municipalities is above the legal limit, that some of the offi cials have been guilty of gross misconduct and bonds have been issued in violation of the law. Modern Woodmen of America Con . vention. On account of the Biennial meeting of the Modern Woodmen of America and Auxiliary socie- ties at Milwaukee, Wis., June 17- 24, the Great Northern will sell tickets at one fare plus 50 cents for the round trip. Tickets on sale for trains arriving:in St. Paul or Sioux City June 16-19 in- clusive with final return limit June 27. Consult local agent for full particulars. MAY PROBE Complaints Received at St. Paul Charge Officials With Maladministration. NORTHERN COUNTIES MAY BE INVESTIGATED. Card Party Successful. The card party and supper given last night at the I, 0. O. F. hall by the Ladies’ Guild of St. Bartholomew’s mission was largely attended and the ladies report that the affair was a com- plete success, both socially and financially. Charges Have Been Turned Over to Attorney General, and Ac- tion is Expected, St. Paul, June S—Gov. John A, Johnson may probe into the affairs of several counties in the northern partof the state, from which complaints of cor- ruption and maladministration have been received. It was stated at the governor’s office| today that from three to five complaints are being received every day, and that many coun- ties, villages and townships are inyolved. The complaints haye been re- ferred to Attorney Generall! Rev. McLeod of Fusston pass- Young and if it is found that the!ed through tha city this after- governor has jurisdiction and|noon enroute to G Lake,where thereis a cause of action, pro-+he will hold Presbyterian ser- ceedings will be instituted simi vices Sunday. 2 Will Return Tonight. Mrs. C. C. Woodward and daughter, Blanche, arc expected to return to Bemidji this evening from Portland, Ore., where they have spent the winter, Senator Krostue Here. Senator Gunder Krostue of Fisher arrived in the city this af- ternoon. The senator came to Bemidji on personal business but may be prevailed upon to re- main in the city until tomorrow to take in the drainage meeting to be held at tle city hall, C. Anderson returned this af- ternoon from Greenbush, where he has been looking after proper- ty interests for several days past. He will leave this evening for his home at Northome, Cold cooked meats for picnics by the pound at the Palace Res- twrant. Phone 219. Additional Locals. Anton Erickson is in the city today from Rosby. 2 T. J. Miller returned this morning from a short business visit at Turtle River. Paul Sorenson, the Funkley photographer, was an arriyal in the city this morning, Charles W. Scrutchin return- ed this afternoon from Bagley, where he has been in attendance at the term of district court now in progress. Joe Farley is in the city this afternoon on his way from North- ome to Crookston, near which city he ownsavery valuable tract of farming land. Mr, Far- ley conducted a stage line at Northome last winter and is ship- ping the horses used on the line to the farm, where they will be worked during the summer. A. M. Bagley left this morning for Cameron and other points in Wisconsin, where he will look over several handle manufactur. ing plants with a view of gaining knowledge that will aid him in the erection of the new factory that will be constructed under his supervision in this city by the Bemidji Handle company, On his return to Bemidji Mr. Bagley expects to be accompan- ied by an expert whose services will be employed during the building of the factory and the placing of the machinery. Ghe Quality Store If we Haven’t It, We'll Make It This clothing store is com plete. Should younot fiad what you desine we would be most plea to make to order on short noticc. Clothing for all Mankind Cardinal Poihts of World Leading $15 I~We show more business suits, out- g suits, raincoats and topeoats at this price than any other store. 2—A rising wool market makes the values now offered strongest that can ever be obtained. whos bettermen —Gene; plate — —The name Stein-Bloch (a firm con tinually raising its standard and i not cheapening its product) on these garments gives assurance of absolute reliability. —Deasigning is by master cutters, whose talent is developed nnder that company’s own supersision. Tail- oring is by craftsmen practically brought up in the firm’s workshops. By 5—Fabx’ics are selected by a corps of experts who have access to the best woolens in every European and domestic market. ’ tacked po G—Presice selection in quantities se- cures absolute control of design, clothes. Summer Furnishings. Selected Negligee Shirts made up plain or with tucked fronts, \ cuffs attached or detatched; dots, 2 7" chec«s, light, medium and dark tigured or plian gray or tans, size 14 to 19 regular $1 50 \'arietyl Pf?x‘:m s $]s00 Genuine Equadorian Panamas - - $4. Soft pliable natural fibre, Alpine shapes, oil silk sweatbands $ 4 Yacht Straws—with improved cushion sweat bands, light weight silver splits, all widths, brim and crown.. Fedora yacht and negligee shapes, in canton, mackinaw and split straws; styles are right stock unsoiled correzt effsct at shapes, plain white ..................... Boys Fancy Fabrie Suits The New Idea—Florsheim's cheviots, fancy Homespuns, faney e sond or] Worsteds, fancy Trills 80c 1$ 50¢ Faney Scotches, fancy Tweeds, fancy $5 First Communion Suits, in black Thibets, unskorn Worsteds of richest tone, sizes 8 to 16 Wash Suits, sailor style, light tan and light blue regatta clothes ‘Wash Snits of swell madras weaves of sizes for little fellows at Shirts, fancy figured negligees worth $1, at new lasys, new colorings 7—Sty1ing is in the hands of men e every thought is clothes ] $1.00 Duck hats and caps—ideal for outing or boating very reserye 50 e Patent and Tan Oxfords. Tan Battan Oxfords in all leathers, Florsheim make, eatirely original, fish fin and spade soles con- ceeded to be the strongest shoe line Men’s Outing Shoes, rubber sole and heel $1.50 Men’s Canvas Shoes, Bol and Blucher styles, Men’s Canvas Shoe Dis- play, New Lasts, New Celorings, New Styles, Bel or Blucher $1.50 This Offer thereby preventing commonness or duplication of patterns. t and clothes refineement. ral effect, shows no fashion freak, but thoroughbred style gentility. —Construction is more perfect than any custors shop can show, offer- ing original features such as hand pulled, set-in curved non-breakable shoulders, bar- collars, new natural ckets, hand-tailored button- loles finished inside and out, hand- turned coat edges, and one-piece cut, non-bagging trousers at $15. IO—Compmmvive values show that these garments are on every count superior to most $16 and $20 Faulard Neckwear. English light summer silks, and bengelines; narrow and wide; 4-inch summer weight, right sum- mer style, right sum- mer shades...... 500 hands, right o0 o0 Auto Jasts, Russia tan $5 $4 $1.50 N @