Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, January 15, 1908, Page 1

» »e THE BEMIDJT fi\fl‘"fic& VOLUME 5. NUMBER 228. " STATE BOARD HEARD MA OF PARDONS THIESON CASE Attorney G. M. Torrance Appeared Before Board in Behalf of Mathieson, Sentenced to Hang February 7th.--- Case Taken Und The state board of pardons on | Monday considered the application of Peter Mathiesen for commutation | of sentence from hanging to life im- prisonmen*. G. M. Torrance of this city appeared on behalf of Mathieson. The St. Paul Pioneer Press of the fol- lowing account of the hearing: “Was Johan Johanson the victim | of an accident, or was he murdered | in cold blood, robbed and thrust in-| to the lake through a hole in the ice? This question was raised be- fore the pardon board yesterday up- on the application for a pardon for Peter Nielsen Mathieson, sentenced in Beltrami county, Oct. 5, 1907, to death for murder in the first degree ! for killing Johanson. Attorney Tor- | rance, who was appointed by the court. to defend Mathieson, said that he came down for the hearing at his own expense because of his interest in the case. “Mathieson, he said, was born in Denmark and had been in this coun- try only about 5 months when the shootingtook place. He had tormed a close friendship with Johanson, and while working in the woods near Tenstrike, Beltrami county, they bunked together. Later the two men moved across the lake, and | in the spring Johanson’s body was | found naked in the lake witha bul-| let shot in the left eye. Mathieson| had disappeared and was found inj| Portland, Or., and brought back. It; developed he had taken Johansen’s; money and a deposit for $400, to which he had forged the latter’s sig- nature and secured the cash. After | giving the statement of the facts in the case, Chief Justic Start said he admitted all except the manner of death. “This statement of the facts was admitted to be about correct. | Mathieson’s story was that he was | about to put some wood into the" stove and laid a gun, which the two‘\ had purchased a few days prior,| upon the table. Tuesday morning contains or Advisement. o “In some way the gun went off and when he saw what had happened he became confused, but finally took the dead man’s pocket book and cut the clothing from his body in order to get it through the hole he had cut in the ice. “Mr. Torrance stated that Mathie- son did not know the nature of the certificate of deposit until a friend in Tenstrike showed him one and said he could get the money on it at any bank. The next day Mathieson cashed the certificate found in Johanson’s pocket book. He stated that the friend, Jacobson, at first denied showing Mathieson a certifi- cate but on cross-examination ad- mitted that he had done so. Mathia- sen, he said, remained in the vicinity of Tenstrike thirty days after the shooting and when he left said he was going to the place where he was later found. In handling the gun in the court room after the jury had retired, he said it was found that the trigger would snap when the gun received a jar. The first verdict was a formal disagreement and the jury was sent back for further deliberation. Mr. Torrance said that two of the jury were never satisfied of his guilt, but understood that the death penalty could not be inflicted when the jury recommended clemency by the court, as was done in this case. “eids Quist of Minneapolis said he had paid no attention to the case until he read a letter sent by Mathieson to a Danish newspaper in Omaha. Upon reading the let- ter he cecame convinced that the case ought to be more fully investi- gated and he would promise to contribute to a fund for that pur- pose. The board finally continued | the case until next Tuesday.” The pardon board took the case of Mathieson under advisement until next Tuesday, when there will be another meeting of the board, and the case will be fully considered | and a decision rendered. -—— A. KAISER MENTIONED AS 9TH DISTRICT DELEGATE| Sentiment Favors the Bagley Man as a Delegate to the Republican Na- tional Convention. From all appearances, a brisk fire} is being kindled under the “poli-] tical pot” in the Ninth Congres- sional District of Minnesota, and| already there is considerable talk‘ among the republicans of the dis- tricts as to who will be delegates to the republican state convention this spring or early in the summer, | which cenvention will elect delegates to the national republican conven- tion. The Ninth Congressional District is entitled to two delegates to the national republican convention, and there has been considerable discus- sion as to who should be selected as delagates from this district. : In this connection the name of | Albert Kaiser of Bagley has been mentioned very favorably. Mr. Kaiser hasbeen a life-long repub- lican, and the services which he has rendered the republican party while a resident of this district have been | at all times performed in a very creditable manner and with most excellent results. Mr. Kaiser was for a number of years prominently identified with the republican politics in Polk county. * At the time of the populis- tic landside in 1890, when it was considered a “josh” for a republican toattempt to run for office in Polk county, Mr. Kaiser stood firm and worked unceasingly for republican- ism. He has at all times since up- held the banner of the party, and since becoming a resident of Balgey has did yoeman work for the repub- lican party in Clearwater county. Mr. Kaiser has never asked for anything at the hands of the repub- lican party, and he is not making ,any active canvass at the present time as a delegate from the ninth Congressional District. However, it is known that he would accept the honor if given him, and there is a decided sentiment in favor of his election. There is no doubt but what he would be a for- midable candidate for one of the del- egates from the ninth Congressional District of Minnescta to the repub- lican national convention. Mr. Kaiser deserves much at the hands of the repulican party and should be given the position of dele- gate without any opposition what- ever. Lumbermens Bank Elects Officers. The annual meeting of the stock- holders of the Lumbermens National Bank of Bemidjiwas held in this city yesterday, at which the officers for the ensuing year were elected. The election resulted in the reten- tion of all old officers, as follows: President—A. P. White, Bemidji. Vice President— A. D. Stephens, Crookston. i Cashier—W. L. Brooks, Bemidji. Assistant Cashier— L. Berman, Bemidji. A resume of the business trans- acted by the bauk during the past year, was very satisfactorily received by the stockholders and showed that the bank wasina most excel- lent condition. 3 Additional local matter will be found on lnuflh page. JNN O R O OO M O e 5 O O M O M O M M BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA, WEDNESDAY EVENING, JANUARY 15, 1908, WIRKESOTA ORICAL. GCIETY. | | FORTY CENTS PER MONTH Notion o Bargains Belts from 10¢ up to $3.00 Ladies’ Hem- stitched Handker- chiefs from 2c¢ up to $2.00 Dress Goods All the new materials, in the Wool Taffeta, Chiffon, Panama, Voiles, Batiste, Broadcloth,. in black and colors; new - novelty goods, plaids One lot Wash Goods in silk faney, reg- ular 60¢, toclose................... Oae lot Silk Tissues, regular 35c, this sale e e 230 One lot of Zephyrette Ginghams. . ....... 8c One lot of Prints. .. ..... ; .Bc One lot of best American Print. . ........ Bic One lot of Outing Flanuel . ... ......... .. iC Waist Bargains It means a great material sav‘ng to buy at a discount the choice of our complete line of mag- nificent waists in Lace Net, Missaline Taffeta, Batiste, Lawn or Linen, all the latest designs and perfect tailoring. The entire exquisite ety ool them purshased for {4 Off Laces and Embroideries Thousands of yards Valenceinnes and Torchons, worth up to 10c, your choice, per oo fons s sen , ............ , ..... 5c _ Thousands of yards Krench Valenceinnes Ori- ental, Baby Irish, Cluna Silk and Fancy Laces, Embroideries and Trimmings at a dis- 250 count of ] Domestic One lot Spreads, large siz~, Marseilles pattern, price $1.40,toclose.......... 896 Other values from $1.50 up to.......$3 50 Extra large Towels, each fror 7icup to..47 ¢ The famous “Rubdry” Towels from 15¢ to 8%7c (After using these you will want no other.) 60 in. Bleached Table Linen, last:, a yard Other values from 47¢ up to That means the greatist 'pricé N TEN DAYS oth Clearance Sale EOF ALL SALES N THIS SEASON cutting on the whole stock in our store. this sale; nothing reserved. ‘After inventory we find ourselves with a much larger stock than ever before Our motto being never to carry merchandise trom season to season, loss 1n order to reduce the stock to'make room for but the same bargain giving prevails on the entire stock. Coats and Suits All in the 1907-1908 fall and winter styles, in the fitted and loose graceful hanging coats, in black and colors, must be closed out even at aloss. % X 62 in. loose coat, price $6.50; now. ... $4.89 Long loose,. handstmely trimmed black Kersey, regular $15.50, now All prices on Ladies’ Coats a‘ sawme proporiion Misses’ and Children’s Coats from $L78 up to $10.50 Eurs Fur Coats and Fur Scarfs, Muffs and Sets must be closed out at a terrific reduction. Fur Scarfs, worth $1.75, now. ...98¢c Fur Scarfs, worth $2, now.... ... .. .. $1 25 Extra long Scarfs, bargains at $3.25 now als $2'39 The Brook Mink, Near Seal with Otter trim- mings, Bet Sable, Squirrel, perfect cut and workmanship, in belted and sack Fur Coats, must be sold at a tremendous reduction. Scarfs and Muffs in Gray Squirrel, Chinchilla, Jap Mink, Sable Fox, Brown Marten, etc., to close at cut prices. Petticoats One lot Sateen Petticoats, extra full, regular $1.40,now. .. ............... 890 One lot Sateen Petticoats, extra full $l 10 sweep, regular §1.65, now 1-5 Off 1-6 off on all Silk and Heather- bloom Petticoats L3 Hosiery Four extraordinary specials One lot Ladies’ Hose One lot Ladies’ Embroidery Hose. . ......12¢c One lot Ladies’ Fleece and Cashmere Hose 23¢ One lot Misses’ and Children’s heavy fleece 12¢ Great cut in all Hos'ery. REMNANTS IN WORSTED, SILK AND COTTON ALMOST GIVEN AWAY DURING THIS SALE ROUSING BARGAINS IN MILLINERY. All Trimmed Hats must be closed out at this sale. Every Hat, highest grade material and workmanshp; yours at half price during this sale A thorough cleaning of the Shoe, Slipper and Rubber Stock in Ladies’, Misses’ and Children’s It you have aShoe want to satisfy, here is an unusual opportunity. ' Prices have been cut to lowest possible notch. Our $2.00 Ladies’ Shoe now $1.59. Our $2.50, now $1.98. Our $3.00, now $2.39, Our $3.50 now $2.79 - Our $3.50 Shoe will compare with any $4.00 and $5.00 Shoe. Each and every department in our store offers record bresking values. Nowhere, at any time, have their equals been offered. We can not urge you too strongly to attend this tale as this Bargain Giving will last only 10 days. Early buying is to, your interest. THE BERMAN EMPORIU we are therefore willing to take the our new spring goods. $9.89 Great Bargains in Bags, Purses, Combs, Gloves | and Ribbons Every article included in We can quote only a few prices Skirts It is an established fact that we carry oniy the very best tailored and highest grade ma- terial, all the latest cut. The following reduc- tions are without a doubt a great advantage to the people of Bemidji. One lot black, blue, red, gray .and plaid, valu s up. to- $6.75, your choice while $3 89 - Ma) theylast, ... cosvns i One lot of beautifully tailored extra full black and colored Panama -Skirts, value $ 4 89 L] up to $7.50,now................ 1-6 off on the entire stock of our handsomely ;a;li(;orTe;ifi::::éeksi,rgrench Panama 1.5 Off Knit Underwear Great slash in prices. One lot of Misses’ extra heavy ribbed Vst s is v Tume vah s o on st sl One lot of Children’s fleeced ribbed Union Buita, ; oo it ivie sice frivageraiedd One lot Ladies’ fleece ribbed Underwear 23 c One lot Ladies’ fleece Underwear, extra 47 quality in white, cream and gray 5 C Same slashing prices prevail throug hout this department. Muslin Underwear Every sueceeding season proves that the la- dies ot Bemidji know where to buy better and best Muslin Underwear—exquisite garments properly make in sull sizes and good quality. ........... 29c One lot of Gowns, special, One lot of Gowns, special One lot of Gowns, embroidery trimmed and tucked, special ... .............. One lot of gowns, embroidery and lace ; trimmed, sgecial.’ ....... 5 y A 870 One lot lace and embioidery trimmed Pants, special ...................... 230 One lot lace and embroidery trimmed : Pants, Special. . .. s 5gc These low prices prevail on all the finer gar- ments. illlllllllIlllllllllllllllll-llllllll NP O N O O N O OO O O Kt O O OO o i-Ili'llilll JE U O O