Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, July 13, 1907, Page 1

\ N\ VOLUME 5. NUMBER 70 BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA, SATURDAY EVENING, JULY 13, 1907 RECORD BREAKING CROWD SEES PAWNEE BILL SHOW Many from Surrounding Towns Come to City-.-Parade and Performane, Much Better than What Had Been Expected---Is Clean Show Pawnee Bill’s Wild West and Far East show gave a street parade this morning that was unique in the annals of Bemidji pageants. Twenty foreign races were represented in the long line, ahorse and high on glittering chariots, and they made a spectacle of fantastic color and picturesque movement long to be remembered. The procession wasled by Pawnee Bill himself, looking very heroic aside a prancing sorrel horse. He is one of the very notable figures of the early west, and the only paleface ever honored by the Indians as “white chief.” He has been cow- boy, scout, guide trapper and soldier and acquitted himself with historic fame in every one of the fields of endeavor. Miss May Lillie, close behind, was very pretty and trim. She holds many records for marksmanship and as an equestrienne is the despair and envy of all other women who ride. Scores of Indians, cowboys, cow- girls,” vacqueros, gauchos and cavalrymen followed in the “wild west” department of the parade, and then came the “far east,” with its hundreds of recruits from Furope, Asia, Africa and Australia. One of the curious exhibits of the show is a band of the oxen cavalry of Madagascar, on the west coast of Africa. It is the strangest military organization in the world, and makes a spectacle never to be forgotten in manceuvres of wide and skillful var- iety. “The Great Train Robbery,” cen- tral feature of the show, in a spec- tacular drama of western life, de- picting the looting of a treasure- laden -mountain express, and in scene, character and equipment is far removed from the old-time tented routine. A locomotive engine and two passenger coaches are em- ployed in the presentation, and thrilling realism abounds from start to finish. The crowd in the city attending the show is a record-breaker. The M. & I. passenger from the north brought down five full coach- loads of people, while the Red Lake train also brought a bunch that filled the cars to the railings. There have been no disorders to speak of, and the employes of the show have been courteous and well- behaved,following out Major Lillie’s (Pawnee Bill’s) instructions to be ladies and gentlemen. STATE REUNION OF ELKS WILL BE A GREAT MEET Stillwater and Her Prison Will Hold ’Em, Aug. 7-8---Bemidji Will Be Represented. Bills have been received here ad- vertising the third annual reunion of the B. P. O. E. of Minnesota, to be held at Stillwater, August 7th and 8th. ‘The antlered brethren are assured of a good time in the “Prison City,” with a guarantee that 'the latch- string of the state’s noted institution at that place will not be on the out- side to the guests of the city with relation to a permanent residence for a given term. The local Elks at Stillwater have prepared a fine program, which in- cludes steamboat rides, ball games, and amusements “galore.” It is the intention of Bemidji Lodge, No. 1052, B. P. O. E.,, to make a demonstration in force at Stillwater, with the purpose of cap- turing the 1908 meeting for this city. It is a safe bet that the Bemidji Elks, who are ‘live ones,” will spring a lot of new stuff at the state meet, and speedily get in line for the next meet. Prominent Business Man Here. Albert Schutt, a prominent busi- ness man of Owatonna, left this morning for his home, after having spent several days in this vicinity looking over the farming lands and industries in this part of the state. Mr. Schutt told a representative of the Pioneer that he was very well pleased with what he had seen here and had very materially changed his former opinion of this country,being now convinced that Beltrami county was a good community for invest- ments. Mr. Schutt intends to return to Bemidji in the near future, and may decide to locare here. Card of Thanks. We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their kindness during the sickness and death of our be- loved baby. Mr. and Mrs. H. J. McCarthy Fresh Groceries The best clean, fresh groceries and choicest delicacies of the market are to be found at our store. We handle fresh berries in season. Creamery butter avd fresh eggs kept on hand. Roe & Markusen Phone 207 % Your Need attention. It will cost Phone 124, F“fm(i(-i“fiGmi‘&(&‘fifi(‘fi‘li‘l Teeth 1t won’t cost anything to have them examined anyway. DR. G. M. Formerly of Minneapolis Office--Sulte 9, MilesZBlock, Bemid)1, Minn. AEEEEEEEEE CEEEEEEEEEEEEEEECCEEEEIIIEEEEEE E(‘(‘ZSSEE‘EG& youdéss now than after awhile. i : H PALMER ; i Dream of Wealth Dispelled. N. Perrault, who owns a refresh- ment parlor at Big Falls, spent part of yesterday in Bemidji and was also at Cass Lake, attending the land opening. Mr. Perrault had his good right eye on a parcel of lahd near Big Falls, on which he was certain he could make several thousand dollars, but upon presenting his .application for filing to the land -office offiicals at Cass Lake, he was informed that the Northern Pacific Railway had scripped the land seven years ago, and Mr. Perrault’s visions of great wealth were rudely dispelled. He went to Farley last evening and returned this morning, and spent the day in the city seeing Pawnee Bill’s Wild West. Dr. E. C. Clemens Lectures. Dr. E. C. Clemens, presiding elder of the Duluth district of the Metho- dist general conference for this state, lectured at the Methodist church last evening, the lecture being given under the auspices of the summer school. He choose for his subject, “Heading the Procession.” He handled the subject in a masterly way every one being well pleased with the lecture. LEE HALLET'S CONDITION REPORTED MUCH BETTER Popular M. & I. Engineer Apparently Beginning to Recover From Attack of Bright's Disease. Word comes from Brainerd that Lee Hallet, the M. &. I. engineer, is much improved over his critical ill- ness, and there is a possibility that he will recover. Mr. Hallet was taken very ill, about a month ago, with Bright’s disease, and his condition became so serious that hope of saving his life was abandoned by his attending physician. It appears, however, that he has shown remarkable vital- ity and the disease has taken a turn for the better, and there is a bare possibility that he may fully recover. Hallet is popular with everyone living along the line of the M. & I. and there will be general pleasure over the news that he is better. SEWER EXTENSION. Bemidji, Minnesota. Sealed proposals will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Bemidji. Minn., until 8 o’clock p. m., on the 15th day of July, 1907, at which meeting of the City Council all proposals will be opened for the construction of sewer extensions, amounting collectively to approxi- mately 4,000 feet of 10, 9 and 8 inch pipe, and twelve man holes. Forms of proposals and copies of specifications may be obtained on application to the City Engineer and plans and profiles may be seen at his office. Each bid must be accompanied by a certified check on a Bemidji bank, made payable to the City of Bemidji, of 10 per cent of the amount of the bid as a guarantee of the good faith of the bidder. The City Council reserves ‘the right to reject any or all bids. THOMAS MALOY, City Clerk. M. D. STONER, City Engineer. Minot Ball Team Disbands. Word has been received here that the Minot Independent Baseball team, which was expected to “mop the earth” with everything in the “Flickestail State,” disbanded this week. Carroll Learned was the manager of the team, and Leigh LeGore was a member of the organi- m | zation. The Minot was a ‘“weak sister” this year, having lost nearly every game in which it participated, Markham Sunday Dinner, Remember that you can take your family to the Markham hotel and|. partake of a fine - Sunday dinner which will be served at 6 o’clock to- morrow. Don’t bother with home cooking, when you can be served 80 nicely. B TWO BRIDGES TO SPAN RIVER AT LITTLEFORK One to Connect Village of Littlefork With New Railway---Other for : Township. Littlefork, July 13.—(Special to the Pioneer.)—At a meeting of the board of supervisors of the town of Jameson held Thutsday, a contract for the construction of a steel bridge across the Littlefork river on the section line between 9 and 10 was awarded to the Hennepin Bridge company, of Minneapolis. The structure is to be constructed of steel, upon two wooden piers, and will consist of but one span. The determined effort on" the part of the board to treat all sec- tions of the township alike in the matter of improvements is being favorably commented upon, and the fact that the settlers on the west side of the river will soon bein|, direct communication with the vil- lage, is a source of great satisfac- tion to them. The cost of the bridge will be $6,000. The village council at a special meeting held Thursday afternoon accepted a proposition from the same company to construct a single span, combination wood and steel bridge across the river on the new highway leading to the depot. It appeared to the ' council that the bridge now being constructed would not withstand the ice and log jams which frequently block ~the river, and work was discontinued under contract entered into with Con- tractor Merical. Thé steel bridge will cost $1,800 and is to be cém- pleted beforé the 15th day of Aug- 1907. Will Visit Red Lake. R. W. Reed, the photographer,has gone to International Falls, where he will procure his camping and canoeing outfit and bring the same to Bemidji, after which he will make a thirty-day trip over the country around upper and lower Red lakes, in search of views, of which he will secure many before returning to Be- midji. During Mr. Reed’s absence, C. C. Crippen will have charge of the Reed studio in this city. Farewell Reception. The Bemidji Lodge Degree of Honor will tender a reception Mon- day evening July 15th, to Mrs. L. C. Michaels and Mrs.Wm. Hubbard, who leave for the west next week. All members of the Degree of Honor and A, 0. U. W. are cordially in- vited to attend. —Committee. NEWS FROM LAKE SIDE AND GRAND FORKS BAY People. Living on Beautiful Lake Be- midji Are Enjoying Their Outings to the Utmost. J. Walker Smith has returned from a business trip to Grand Forks. Mrs. O. Barnes of Lake Side is spending the day with friends at the Bay. Ole Johnson of East Grand Forks is spending a few days at the Bay the guest of Mrs. Paul Haugan. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Sullivan of East Grand TForks are guests of his brother’s family at Grand Forks Bay. —~.Mr, John Warnke is ‘returning to his home in Wisconsin after spend- ing a pleasant week at Grace cottage, the guest of his sister, Mrs, Lamb, Mr. and Mrs. Hughes of Grand Forks spent yesterday at Lake Side visiting - friends. - Today they are calling on -old friends at the Bay. Miss Mame Mosley and Mrs, Will O’Connor, both of Grand Forks, ate over Sunday guests of the Misses Collins who are pleasantly located. in the Wolfe Cottage at.the Bay. Mrs. W. A, Gordon returned to- day from Grand Forks with her daughter Phoebe and little Miss Ruth Clifford of Minneapolis. They|. will - remain ‘with Mrs. Gordon’s mother, M . Woodworth, - through b July _|on Tuesday afternoon at 3. Bonds Voted at Tenstrike. Tenstrike Tribune: Although there was considerable opposition to the bond issue as shown by the vote Tuesday at the special election called by the council for the purpose of voting upon the proposition of issu- ing bonds in the sum of $2,500, the proposition was carried by a vote of 24 to 15, The council will endeavor to sell the bonds to the state at 4 per cent interest, maturing five years from date of issue and payablé at $500 annually, The proceeds from the sale of the bonds will be used for constructing roads and bridges leading into the village, and where the most money will be spent will be on the road west connecting with the county road from Farley. Bliler Showing Mormon Symptoms. G. A. Walker has received a pos- tal card from Harry Bliler, who is now at Salt Lake City, which is a unique affair. Itis a K. P. card and represents a_fascinating young lady, standing in a waiting attltude, with the inscription underneath “Shall I Jump?” Harry is very liable.to have a good time outin that Mormon community. DOINGS IN THE VARIOUS GHURGHES OF THE CITY Hours of Worship and Subjects of Ser- mons to Be Delivered in the City Tomorrow. Catholic Church—There will be mass tomorrow _at 8:30 and 10:30 a, m. Baptist—E. F. Olander will con- duct services in the Baptist church Sunday morning and evening. Sun- day school at noon. B. Y. P.'U. al 7:15. Presbyterian— Morning worship at 11. This will be our quarterly communion service. It is earnestly desired that all the members and friends or the church and congrega- tion be present. In the evening at 8 there will be a Vesper service. Bible class and Sunday school at 12:15. Junior C. E. at 3 p. m.; Senior C. E. at 7 p. m. All not worshiping else- where are cordially invited to wor- ship with us. Methodist—Morning worship at 11. Subject of the sermon, “Some Things that Make a Person Worth the While.” At the close of the discourse Mrs. Maud Smythe and Mrs, Smith will sing a duet. Also Mr. Shots will render a number on his one-stringed violin. ~He is an expert. Don’t fail to hear him. Remember the Sabbath school at 12:15; see that your children are out to it. The pastor’s Bible class is having most interesting times. Drop in tomorrow. ~There will be a.short sermon in the evening at 8, Come. Mrs. Snow of Minneapalis will give a fine-health lecture in the -church W. P. Welch Is in Town, W. P. Welch, more commonly known hereabouts as “Bill” came over from Hibbing yesterday, and will spend several days around his old stamping ground here. He in- tends to do some fishing stunts, and will undoubtedly go back to the range town filled with anecdotes of his prowess with the rod and reel in Bemidji. Mr. Welch is operating the Peo- ple’s Theatre, in Hibb!ng, and it is reported that he is making a splendid financial success of the venture. Everybody here is pleased to see “Bill,” and aJso gratified at his success. 3 Had Pleasant Outing. H. E. Prestom and Miss E. M. Rogers, who have been the guests .of Mr.. and Mrs. John Spooner for two weeks past, left this morning for their home in Chicago, they visited many points of interest m and nbbut Bemidji, and both ex- elighted with While here) MINNESOTA HIS'FOBICAL FORTY CENTS PER MONTH have for opponents tomorrow the Red Lake Indians, and the “braves” tion with the very best players they can get together in the vicinity of the agency. Headed by Omer Gravelle, Simon Fairbanks, John Morrison, Jr., and several lesser lights, they intend to get the scalps of the local bunch, if such a thmg is possible. * The Indians have beep playing together for several weeks, and they .have a strong array of ball talent. Among the players are several old heads who have had experience with some very fast teams, and all of The “Bemidji baseball team will are coming down from the reserva- RED LAKE INDIAN BALL TEAM WILL PLAY BEMIDJI Good Contest Looked for in the Game Which Will Be Played Tomorrow Afternoon---Bemidji Will Be Much Stronger Than in Last Sunday’s Game them -thoroughly understand the game. The local team will be a much stronger aggregation than that which “stacked up” against Fosston last Sunday, and the line-up for Bemidji will be as follows: Roy ¢, Johnson p, Riddell 1b, Gorvo 2b, Peterson 3b, Hazen ss, Atwood rf, Collins cf, Otto or Carl- ton If. Johnson has pitched here before, ahd he is a good “heaver” of curved ones. Peterson has also played in a Bemidji uniform, and is all to the good. The game will be called promptly at 3:30. Board of Equalization Meeting. The county commissioners meet next Monday morning as a board of equalization and will be in séssion for séveral days. It is the special work of this board to equalize the different town- ships ‘and to make special assess ments on property listed too low, or reduce an assessment on property listed too high, as-compared with the assessments of the same class of property in other townships. Annual Pilgrimage Excursion to Canada. Anmnual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of Ste. Anne de Beaupre, Quebec, will leave Duluth via the South shore, on Tuly 20th, 21st, and 22nd. Round trip rate $30.00. Good for stop-over at Ottawa, Montreal and other intermediate points. Return limit August 31st. Through sleep- ing cars. For reservation apply to A. J. Perrin, 430 West Superior street, Duluth, Minn. Dr. Gilmore Home. Dr. Gilmore and family have re- turned td the city after being absent for three weeks, visiting points of interest in eastern Canada. While they were away, the doctor and fam- ily visited at Fort William, Port Arthur and Sarnia. Stimulation Without Irritation, That is the watchword. That is what Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup does. Cleanses and stimulates the bowels without irritating in any form. E. A. Barker. — AUDITOR WILMANN HELD GRASS SALES, UP NORTH Disposed of Several Tracts at Kelliher and Blackduck---Small Attend- ance at Sales. Auditor Wilmann returned this morning from his official visits to Kelliher and Blackduck, -where he went to hold sales of privileges to cut grass on state lands. He dis- posed of the rights on several tracts at each place, but the sales were not nearly as good as he had expected. Mr. Wilmann “cut out” the pro- posed salé at Tenstrike, which was to have been held today, owing to the fact that every able-bodied man, woman and child had left the town for Bemidji to attend the Wild West show. Mr. Wilmann desires the Pioneer to state that anyone who may want to secure the grass on any of the lands may do so by applying to him, ° at the auditor’s office. A sale will be held at the court house Monday. “Special Terms of Court. Judge Spooner will hold a special erm of court in Bemidji on Satur- day, July 20th, when the court will hear several arguments on motions, and will also act on naturalizations. A special term will"also be held on . | August 8th, at which time the judi- cial ditch matter will be considered. Special Sale 20 per cent off on All Oxfords in Stock for one week only