Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, April 25, 1907, Page 1

3 1S | THE BE MIDJI DATLY FINNESGTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY. PIONEER. VOLUME 4. NUMBER 310 BEMIDJ1, MINNESOTA, THURSDAY EVENING, APRIL 25, 1907. TEN CENTS PER WEEK GOLD WEATHER NOTES FOR BASEBALL FANS Despite Frigidity of Atmosphere the Miciobe Baseballicus is Getting in Its Work. SOME MEMBERS OF LAST YEAR'S BEMIDJI TEAM HAVE GOOD SITS Farley LeGore With Vancouver---Sum- mers and Roy With Duluth--- Hoover Has Offers. Bemidji Ready for League. That Bemidji isin earnest for the formation of the proposed “Prairie Baseball League,” as outlined by W. J. Price of Fargo, has been demonstrated ina sub- stantial manner during the past few days. A subscription list was circulated and $1,500 was easily secured to back a team in the proposed league, as a starter. Frank S. Liycan woday sent the following telegram to Mr. Price relative to the matter: “W. J. Price, Fargo, N. D. Bemidji has $1,500 raised for a league team, and will have rep- resentatives at Grand Forks any day you may designate. All conditions wentioned in your letter agreeable. Advise us day of meeting, (Signed) F. S Ly- can.” Farley LeGore Out West. Farley LeGore (whose ‘“spit ball”’enabled him to score several shut-outs for Bemidji last year, and whose excellent work on the slab enabled Bemidji to defeat the strong Hibbing team) is be- ing tried out by the Vancouver team of the North Pacific Coast League (a class “B’’organization) as a pitcher. In a letter to “Tony” Hoover, of this city, Far- ley says: “Iam up here trying out in this league (Class ‘B’) and they certainly have a swift bunch. I am trying to heave them up to the plate, but my arm is so sore that it’s pretty hard work to get them up. Parke Wilson, the old New York National Lieague catch- er, has charge of the team and maybe you think he doesn’t make us work. Three hours in the morning, three in the afternoon, and then run about a mile. He has made we cut out using the ‘spit’ ball, and [ have been hav- ing quite a time getting back my curves, The season opens up here Saturday with Vancouver and Aberdeen on the battle ground, and either Nelson (a big left hander from 'F'risco,) or my- self will do the ‘stunt’ on the rubber. Ihave been here since the 26th of March and am work- ing hard evervday. Isignedacon- tract for $150 per month, and as the team carries five pitchers, you see that sum is not so bad. The next thing is to ‘make good,’ and having come out of the‘bush’ into this kind of company, it means a lot of work for me.” ‘‘Big Chief” May Go East. The fame of Louis Roy asa “‘back-stop” has gone abroad in the land. The Toronto Daily Mail and Empire says of Louis and his brother, Charles, who re- cently visited here: ‘“The Newark club way have an Indian battery this season. It is now nothing unusual to hear of a league team having an Indian twirler, but it would be something unique for a club to be equipped with a full- blooded redskin battery. Big Chief Roy has a brother, Louis Roy, who, he says, is an excellent backstop and all-around player. Young Roy never expressed any desire to come east until this spring. Young Roy, in addition to playing one season in the Northern League, has been catching for independent clubs in the northwest. He is not as tall as the Newark twirler, but weighs by a pair of massive shoulders. The boy chief is doubly confident his brother is fast enough for the Eastern League, because of his ability to clout the ball.” “Reddy” Not a ““White Sock.” Earl Hazen, better known as “Reddy,” has obtained his re- lease from the Duluth team of the Northern-Copper Country League. He was signed some time ago for this season, to be tried outas a fielder. A few days ago he received word from “Smiley” Smith, the manager of the “White Sox,” that’his ser- vices would not be needed, as all the old outfielders of last year had returned and would be given preference over new talent. “Red” is just as well pleased, as he has a lucrative job with the M. & L. raillway. - ““Tony” Laying Off. “Tony’’ Hoover, who was one of the very best all-’round play- ers on last year’s Bemidji team, is taking a “lay-off”’ these days. He is coasidering several offers which haye been made for his services during the coming sea- son, and may decide to accept one of them. However, the local “fans” hope he can be retained here, as he is a valuable man, Are With Duluth. “Smiley’” Smith, the manager of the Duluth team of the North- ern-Copper Country League, has announced the permanent make- up of his ten, which includes Frank Summers as shortstop. The little fellow should be very fast this year. Louis Roy received a telegram and transportation to Madison, Wis., yesterday, and at ouce left for that place to join the Duluth “White Sox.” Lou has it on many of the pad artists who are drawing good money around the country, and his Bemidji friends hope he will “make good” over in the *Zenith City.” MINNESOTA WILL LEAD AS A FISHING RESORT A St. Paul Man Has Had Great Sport Angling in the North Country. “Minnesota will soon lead all other states of the Middle West as a fishing resort,” said F. L. Peterson of St.Paul to the Du- luth Herald receutly. ‘Already ber fame in this respect is pretty well extended, but with the con- struction of new lines of rail- roads opening up districts where there are numerous good lakes and rivers that as yet have been scarcely visited by sportsmen, the field for indulging in the sport is greatly broadened, and offers the enthusiast a choice of fishing ground unequalled any- where else this side of the moun- tains. “Two years ago I made a fish ing trip up the north shore from Duluth, with a party of friends, and we certainly had royal sporf for two weeks. “Almost any of the streams emptying into the lake offer fine fishing, and some of them are literally alive with trout. I un- derstand there is fine sport to be had at Isle Royale in this line, although T never 'stopped off myself. “On three or four different oc- casions I have been after bass and muskies on some of Northern Minnesota’s lakes, up around Bemidji, and always had pretty good success. Oa each of these trips we were told by the old- timers of lakes far inland, reached with difficulty from the railroad, where fishermen scarce- ly ever went, and where the fin est fishing in the state was to be had. There are mary virgin lakes where noone but the In- dians have ever fished. These are rapidly being brought nearer civilization, however, and some of them that were too far away to be available two years ago about the same and|now havethe homes of settlers makes up for his loss 1n height' on their banks.” there long erough to find out for CHIEF BEMIDJI MONUMENT IN GREENWOOD CEMETERY —Courtesy Duluth Evening Herald. Reception Was a Success. Rev. Parshall and wife were given a reception at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Gilmore last even- ing, by the members and friends of the Episcopal church. The home had, previous to the gathering, been beautifully dec- orated with roses, ferns, and jonquils, and at 8:20 the guests commenced to arrive. During the evening a large number of people met the new pastor and his wife, A musical program was rendered. solos were sung by Miss Boyer, and Messrs. Jerrard and DeLong. Dainty refreshments were served during the evening. Rev. Parshall takes the place of Rev. Murphy, of Grand Rap- ids. Mr. Murphy has been as- signed the Bovey district and will be unable to make this part of his territory. For the present Rev. Parshall and wife will make their home at Cass Lake, but services will be held here every Sunday, if pos- sible. Rev. Parshall is appointed act- ing archdeacon in place of Arch- deacon Appleby and will have charge of this mission district. Services Highly Successful. Last night’s meeting in the Presbyterian church showed a marked increase, both in attend- The last resting place of *“Good Old Chief Bemidji,” after whom the city of Bemidji was named, is now marked by a handsome monument,a fitting testimonial to the noble traits of an Indian whose life was marked by deeds of kindness, and whose counsels with his tribesmen were ever for peace aad good will towards the whites. About a year ago A, A. Carter, ex-mayor of Bemidji, took up the matter of securing a suitable mark for the spot where Chief Bemidji was buried and suc- ceeded in arousing interest in the matter. It was decided to raise funds| for the purchase of a monument, with the result that contribu- tions were solicited. The school children donated some money and a small amount was secured from other sources. A monu- ment committee, consisting of A. A, Carter, E. A. Schneider, E. H. Jerrard and E. H. Winter, took the matter in charge, A monument was ordered from the Twin City Granite Works of St. Paul, which furuished an ele- ant design, very appropriate and entirely suitable. The monument now stands in Greenwood cemetery and will for years to come perpetuate the memory of the good old chief, who was so attached to this part of the state, The monument i a spire de- sign of Bedford gray stone, and is about fourteen feet high, being four feet square at the base and standing on a substantial stone foundation. On the die of the spire is carved a very excellent likeness of Chief Bemidji, his strongly-marked features stand- ing out very prominently. The the only inscription on the mon- ument are the the words ‘‘Chief I'Bemidji.” A dance will be given in the city hall, next Friday evening,i| under the auspices of the Be- midji Chippewa club, the funds of which will be devoted toward paying the balance due on the monument to Chief Bemidj, which was recently erected in {Greenwood cemetery. The monument is a handsome one, and the patriotic citizens of Bemid ji should liberally patron ize the dance, in order that the unpaid balance may be liqui- dated. It is the intention of the com- mittee having charge of the dance to make the affair a most enjoy- able one. The best of music will be furnished and every effort made to give one his money’s worth of hospitality. Copyright 1907 by Hart Schaffner & Marx HART SCHAFFNER LOTHING will make you the best dressed man in the city. Thei order, no matter quality and style new shapes , good combina;ion | with Hart Schaffner & Marx Suits. The 1 most popular price is $3.50. : ; When in need of anything in our line drop in and ex- amine our goods and prices. L. GOLDBERG long they’re worn. They are high-toned clothes. Every suit in every way guaran- teed. Prices from $20.00---$25.00 The ‘Gimble’ Hat in all the new and r clothes keep in how much or how They have the , tailoring and fit. ¥ |agreed on a number of values to 4 be assessed against the several b | divisions under which personal Bl | property are listed. | lows: TOWN ASSESSOR POSTOFFICE Alaska Frank Hickerson Island Lake Battle S. Dalgaard Saum Benville 1. G. Ringham Grygla Bemidji Knute Aakhies Bemidit Blackduck Thos. Meade Blackduck Buzzle Louis Tegner Aure Baudette Peter Stirn Baudette Birch Henry W. Alsop Rebedew Cormant Otto O, Myran Inez Durand_ Jaceb Christenson Puposky Eckles Henry Anderson ‘Wilton Frohn Iver O. Ungstad Rosby ance and interest. Mr. Hamilton gave a fine ad- dress on “The Watchman,” and Mr. Bursk sang two solos. These meetings open each evening at 8 o’clock with a song service. Mr. Bursk has a chorus choir en the platform and a “Sunbeam choir’’ in the front seats. « Mr. Hamilton’s subject tonight will be ‘A Great Awakening.” ASSESSORS MEET TODAY GET ASSESSMENT BOOKS Interesting Meeting at County Audi- tor’s Office---Receive Instructions for 1907 Assessments. The assessors for the several assessment districts for the county met at theauditor’s office today for the purpose of receiv- irg the 1907 assessment books and the necessary blanks. They also held a meeting and The assessors for the county for the coming year are as fol- Grant Valley William Schroeder ~ Bemidil PROPOSITION FOR A NEW SCHOOL HOUSE The Matter of Issuing Bonds for Pur- chase ot New Site Under Consideration. AN ELECTION TUESDAY EVENING TO VOTE ON THE PROPOSITION Present Overcrowded Condition of the Schools Necessitates Action To- ward Securing More Room. The attention of the voters of the independent school district of Bemidji is again called to the special election held 1n the Cen- tral building on Tuesday even- ing next, for the purpose of vos- ing bonds for the erection of a high school building and pur- chasing a cight therefore. This is a proposition that everyone should be interested in and should acquaint himself with the needs of the district, As we understand it, this is to be called a high school building, but will be used also for the eighth and possibly for the sev- enth grades. The buildings now in use are crowded to overflow- ing, Three more teachers than we now have room for are now engaged for next year. These are a High School teacher, and seventh and fourth grade teachers. Some are advocating erect- ing more small ward build- ings. This seems to be unwise, as the present high.school quart- ers are now inadequate for the present demand. This year every seat was occupied in the small assembly room. There is but one room for recitations, chemical, physical and biological laboratories, where there should be at least four. As the school grows more room will be needed. It has been the plan to erect small buildings in the past and add to them as occasion requires, This plan has always failed wherever adopted. The block which is recom- mended to the voters seems to be the most centrally located that can now be secured. It seems to us that it would bhe unwise to select less than an entire block as undoubtedly it will not be many years before still more room will be needed. The select- ing of a whole block will give an opportunity for the erection of a large, handsome addition, should it be needed, without acquiring more ground. Died at Big Falls. J. P. Lahr returned this morn- ing from Blackduck, where he went last night to prepare the remaias of Ray Martin, who died there yesterday, for burial, Ray Martin died at the Golden West in Blackduck, after an ill- ness of several weeks. —His home was at Motley, and his Gudrid C.F. Curtis Clementson Hagali Wm. H. Newdeck _ Oakwood Hornet Olavus Jewett Blackduck 8| Hamre Ohrist Anderson Carmel Jones Martin Sorenson Solway Kelliher J. C. Gibson Kelliher Liberty Iver Myhre Spaulding Lammers D. P. Powers Solway Langor George Detling Langor Lee Andrew Cleven Carmel Lakewood G. L. Palmer Arnesen Maple Ridge A. F. Warner Fowlds MooseLake A. I Hinsverk Louls McDougald ~ Martin O. Akre ~ Graceton Minnie N. C. Knudson Malcolm Northern D. W. Mohler Bemidji Nebish Wm. Austin Nebish Port Hope Jasper Souder Farley Quiring Chas. J. Carlson Quiring Roosevelt Otto Smith Aure Summit John Gilstad . Blackduck Shotley Axel L. Asp * Shotley Spooner Chas, W. Strand Baudette Spruce Grove Eric Sundberg Carmel Turtle River Peter Brondby Turtle River Turtle Lake Axel Swedberg Buena Vista Taylor C. A.Matheny Tenstrike Wabanaca, N. E. Davis Pitt Walballa CITIES. City of Bemidji James E.Cahill . Bemidji VILLAGES. Vill, of Blackduck D, D.Rolfe Blackduck Vill. of Nymore Mathew Larson Nymore Turtle River Frank A. Rohre Turtle River father and mother, who live at that place, were present when he died. A The body of Martin was shipped to Motley this morning, over the M. & I. railway, the parents of the deceased accom- panying the remains. The funeral will be held at Motley to- morrow. Personal Property Tax Warrants. Clerk of Court Fred W. Rhoda has just completed the list of personal property tax warrants and the same have been placed in the hands of the sheriff for col- lection. Parties who have over- looked the payment of personal property taxes should attend to same as s00n as possible to avoid ik .. o ;r{i?]slg-me Centre W.C.Bryant Tenstrike | o ditional added costs, Funkley Geo. H. Newton Funkley Spooner Geo. E. Erickson Baudette Baudette C. 8. Dablquiss Baudette For Sale. s‘r’)‘lm: R;YODISSEB:II {vg!fl'{:: Wood! Wood! Wood! 16-inch TFarley ——|dry mixed wood, any quantity- Towlds Island Lake Aprly W Local news on the last page. | Local news on the last page. — | G j I R