Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, April 17, 1908, Page 1

’ . f TI MINNESOTA RISTORICAL SGCIETY. E BEMIDJI DAILY PIONEER. VOLUME 5. NUMBER 308. BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA, FRIDAY EVENING, APRIL 17, 1908. FORTY CENTS PER MONTH THE BOND PROPOSITION DEFEATED THREE TO ONE School Election Brought Out But Small Vote and the Result Was Not Unexpected.—Something Must Be Done to Relieve Situation. By an overwhelming vote of more than three to one, the proposition submitted to the voters of the Inde- pendent school district of Bemidji to bond the district in the sum of $15,000 for the purpose of erecting a brick school house on lots 1, 2, 3| and 4, Blk. 10, Carson’s addition, was defeated at the election held for the purpose yesterday afternoon and last evening. The total vote cast at the election numbered 242 ballots, of which num- ber 183 were in favor of the proposi- tion and 59 against. There was apparently but little interest taken in the proposition, judging from the small vote cast at the election; and it was the general opinion prior to the election that the proposition would be defeated, as many believed there was not enough land for the use of the building and desired grounds. This is the third bonding proposi- tion that has been submitted to the voters of the school district, none of which were carried by the desired two-thirds majority. The principal reason for the proposition were ostensible to provide more room for the over-crowded schools. What measure of relief will now be at- tempted is not known. | Additional Locals “; A. E. Ellison, the local manager for the Swift company, went to Brainerd this morning on a business trip, William Noble, who owns a farm on Third river, southeast of Black- duck, came down from his home this morning. Roland Fellows, who spent yes- terday in this city visiting at the home of J. P. Young, returned to his home at Northome last evening. Fred Christenson came in from Shotley this morning and left on the noon train for Grand Rapids, where he will look after some land which he owns. Mrs. Oscar and daughter Helen, of Washburn, Wis., are visiting in the city and are guests at the home of Mrs. Earl McClatchie, a sister of Mrs. Oscar. G. H. Muncey, cruiser for the Crookston Lumber company, re- turned this morning from a trip to Blackduck and Northome in the terest of the Crookston people. C. H. Mills, the “‘meat man,” re- turned to Brainerd this morning, after spending the last two days con- sulting with A. E. Ellison, the local representative for the Swift com- pany. Dr. T. Nelson of Grafton, N. Dak., arrived in the city yesterday and is looking over the summer cottages here, and will probably spend the summer on the health-giving shores of Lake Bemidji. T. J. Welch, the head of the T. J. Welch Land & Lumber company, came to the city last night from Cass Lake, and today interviewed severel local parties who are inter- ested in his company. in- David Beauregard and wife came down this morning from their home at Funkley and spent the day in the city with friends. Dave isa former Bemidji boy, and has many friends here. He is now engaged in selling from imperfect vision and are called dull in studies. We give careful attention to the fitting of childrer’s eyes. Office’over Post Office DRS. LARSON & LARSON, Specialists in Scientific Treatment and Correction of Eyes Office 92 Phonc{ et o 150 Easter Lilies, Carnations; also Hyacinths, Roses and other flowers and potted plants, will be on sale at the following C. D. Whittle’s, Scott Stew- art’s O’Leary & Bowser’s and The Lake Park Greenhouse 1242 Doud Ave. Flowers for Easter cut and in pots; 800 places: Phone 166 %, 3, Which will the sawmills, close obtainable. easy terms. These lots are located midway between beautiful Lake Bemidji. Water easily A. E. HENDERSON, Over First National Bank. 23333333333333333333333333333393333333233333333 ii‘)‘)% Own Your Home. I have for sale a number of desirable lots in HENDERSON’S ADDITION be sold on to the shores of CEEEEEEEEEEEEEEFECECEECEEECEEEFFEEEEEEEEEE liquid refreshments at Funkley, in partnership with George Newton, and is prospering. Theodore Gullickson, general agent for the Hamm Brewing com- pany, returned this morning from a visitto several of the towns along the north line of the M. & I. rail- way, where he did business for his company. i Misses Rose Miskella and Alberta Wood of Cass Lake came over from their home last evening and visited over night and this forenoon in this city as the guests of Miss Ghrtrude McLauchlin. They retnrned to Cass Lake this noon. Waterworks Shut Off Tomorrow. Notice is hereby given that the entire waterworks system of city will be shut off tomorrow morning, beginning at 7 o’clock, ‘and remain shut off until repairs are completed on hydrant at east end of Third street. James R. Miller, Supt. of Waterworks. |ENGAMPMENT MAY KNOGK OUT ATTENDING MEETING Firemen Who Are Members of Miliitia Company May Not Attend the Tournament. The firemen of the northwestern portion of the state will hold the an- nual tournament at Thief River Falls during the second week in June. It promises to be. the most largely attended meeting in the his- tory of the organization. All the towns from Bemidji west to the Red river are eligible for entry into the contest that will be held. The meet- ing coutinues over three full days, and valuable cash prizes, as well as handsome banners and medals, will be awarded the successful contest- ants. The local fire company is making great exertions to prepare for this toornament. The following committee have been named to care for the work of the association: Finance, C. C. Jackson, Ira Richardson, Ben Wil- son; reception, George Curren, W. B. Fuller, Andy Erickson, Dr. G. E. Penney, K. M. Hanson; grounds, P. Mahone, Edward Johnson, C. Paulson, D. LaSage; publishing, James Bulman, George Jarman, K. M. Hansen; music, C. Porter, Louis Lonson, J. Labree.—Crookston Times. The Bemidji fire department in- tends sending a running team to the above tournament, but it is very probable that attendance at the tournament would interfere with the g |encampment of the state militia to be held at Lake City. There are a number of the members of the run- ning team who recently joined the militia company, and as the com- pany will leave Bemidji on June 14th, it is hardly likely that the boys could attend the tournament and be home in ample time to go to the encampment. Sheldon Banks Authorized. Washington, April 17.—The controller of the currency has ap- proved the application of F. H. Sheldon of Minneapolis and others to organize the First National Bank of Deer River, Minn., with a capital of $25,000. The applica- tion of F. H. Sheldon and others to organize the First National Bank of Black Duck, Minn., with a capital of $25,000 also was approved. Mr. Sheldon is president of the First National Bank of Bemidji, and is also interested in several other banking institutions in north- ern Minnesota. Ives Files for Legislature. Crookston Journal: Yesterday, Harrey E. Ives, edi\tor of the St. Hilaire Spectator, and well known resident of Red Lake Co., filed with Secretary of State Julius Schmabhl at St. Paul his candidacy for the legis- lature from the 61st district on the republican ticket. — Local news on las__t‘page - ELKS HELD A ROUSING MEETING LAST EVENING Three Candidates Were Initiated Into Order and There Were Other In- teresting ‘‘Doings.” Three candidates were initiated into the local lodge of Elks, at the meeting held last evening, and there was much “doing” that indicates a healthy condition of affairs: in the lodge. Albert Barker of this city, “Spikes” Gravelle of Red Lake and William |Bean of Akeley were the “fawns” who presented themselves for “horn- ing,” and they were given the “glad hand” and then some. John G. Morrison, Jr., of Red Lake was present to see that Gravelle behaved \properly, while E. Barker *“Bear-ly”. Escapes. A. Barker and a local delegation prompted Albert Barker. Joe De- Laney of Park Rapids and E. R. Bell of Akeley acted as escort for the candidate Bean, who is a candi- date for sheriff of Hubbard county, and who can certainly “go some.” All three of the candidates acquited themselves with honors, and the members of the lodge voted them all as being most excellent timber. And now they are “laying” for the next victim. During the evening John Morri- son and “Spikes" Gravelle gave a realistic Indian war dance, and J. W. Irwin told a new one which he heard in the south. Meeting of Presbytery. The Presbytery of Adams, of which the Presbyterian congregation of Bemidji is a member, convened this week at Stephen, Minn. All the Presbyterian ministers from the northwestern portion of the state, together with many laymen representing their individal con- gregations, were present. A departure from the custom in such bodies resulted in the election of Mr. D. K Laurie, 2 layman, as moderator of the Presbytery for the ensuing six months. This honor was conferred in the nature ofa recognition for faithfulness and energy in the work as a Sabbath school missionary. Rev. S. E. P. White of Bemidji preached the convention sermon, which is spoken of very highly by those who heard it. Rev. F. J. Barackman of Black- duck was chosen as the ministerial delegate and Major Mix of Crooks- ton was selected as the lay delegate from this Presbytery to the general assembly of the Presbyterian con- ference which will meet in Kansas City, Mo., May 21st. work indicated gratifying advances along all lines of Christian work in the churches of our Presbytery. Bemidji was selected as the place for holding the meeting the coming fall. Wessell for Member of Board. . J. H. Wessell, the senior member of the firm of Wessell Bros. of St. Paul, spent last night and part of today in Bemidji, circulating among the local merchants, and incidentally The reports of the past vyear’s|| visiting with his many fiends in the city. Mr. Wessell is receiving very favorable mention for appointment on the State Game and Fish Com- mission, as a member of that body to succeed C. W. Stanton, who recently resigned to'accept the judge- ship ofthe Fifteenth judicial district, to succeed M. A. Spooner, resigned. Mr. Wessell is in every way quali- fied for the position on the board which is urged by his friends. Being a thorough sportsman who believes in the protection of the game and fish of the country, “Joe” would make an ideal member of the com- mission. Here’s hoping his appointment will be announced in a few days. M .B. A. Lodge at Mahnomen, A lodge of the Modern Brother- hood of America was installed last Wednesday evening at Mahnomen. The lodge began with a charter membership of sixteen. C. A. Parker of this city instituted the lodge and reports that the pros- pects for the new organization are exceptionally good. PIONEER IS EMPLOYING BEST HELP OBTAINABLE We Wil Give the Work of Our Patrons the Supervision of Skilled Printers. The Pioneer believes in giving its patrons the best supervision of their work that can produced in the market; and with that end in view we have added a number of skilled laboreas to our alrerdy large corps of artistic printers. J. Evan Carson, well known in this city as a.good printer, and who came in when the town was in “swaddling clothes,” so to speak, will again be with the Pioueer. Evan is a good all-around hustler and he is not unknown to Pioneer patrons. K. L. Rauk, who has been fore- man of the Shevlin Shevlin Herald since that paper was started a few weeks ago, is a new recruit with the Pioneer. Mr. Rauk is a printer of ability, and was known as one of the best of the “‘gang” over on the iron range. With these additions, the Pioneer has by far the largest and best-paid corps of assistants in the county. BEMIDJI WILL of Team.---Good £ 4 Bemidji will have a first-class baseball team this season, accord- ing to E. A. Barker, owner of the local baseball grounds, who states that every effort will be put forth to give the citizens of Bemidji the best exhibitions of the national game in the history of the city. John Washburn will be the acting manager of the team, according to Mr. Barker, and already there are sufficient players on the list to form a strong team. The management will not be satisfied, however, until a fast, aggressive “‘bunch” of ball tossers are secured to represent “Big Bemidg” on the diamond. For catcher, the management ex- pects to have the services of Louis Roy, the “big chief,” who has always done such good work for Bemidji, Roy has played in the Northern league and other strong organiza- tions, and is a heavy, aggressive player who is at all times in the game. Emerson, the Indian ‘‘heaver” who slings them from the port side, will be engaged as pitcher, and great things are expected of the red this HAVYE GOOD BALL TEAM THIS SEASON E. A. Barker Says Roy and Emerson Will Be the Battery, and Other Good Local Players Will Be Members Games Assured. season. He pitched for Bemidji some five years ago, and made a fine record. Last season he was with the Nebraska Indians and traveled jover a large part of the U. S., quit- ing the season with an enviable record. Bemidji against Walker, last year, and he simply toyed with the Walkerites. He is great form, and will pitch fine ball this year. The other players who are avail able and are known to Bemidji “fans” are the following: Peterson 1b; Riddell, 2b; Beel, 3b; Bush, ss; Petrie, Collins, Hazen and Carlton, fielders; with A. Otto as pitcher and general all-around - sticker and | fielder. The grounds have been cleaned and scraped and will be in fine shape to open the season one week from Sunday, when it is intended to have the first local game. Among other improvements at the grounds is the placing of screens so that there will be able protection so that foul balls will do no damage and the ball cannot go over the fence on the west side of the grand stand. . Services Are Interesting. The special meetings at the Bapt- ist church are growing in interest as An old Christian brother said to the pastor one night recently “These were the best Re- vival services ever he attended in the Baptist church.” Three souls professed conversion last night in the “After Meeting” besides others we believe who have been converted during the meetings we haven’t heard of as yet. Mrs. Alvord is receiving back well as numbers. again her old-time strength and en- thusiasm in leading the chorus and solo work. She sang three solos last night. We are expecting a great meeting tonight. Be on time. Subject for this evening “Christ’s Second Coming.” Lumber for Sale. We have for sale Inmber, lath and shingles. While they last we will sell shingles at §2.00, lath at $1.25. Douglass Lumber Co. Bemidji Local news on last page Long Silk Gloves $1,60 to $2.50 Long Kid Gloves $2.75 to $3.50 Boys’ Suits=-Girls ready to wear. White Canvas women’s, misses’ dren’s sizes. White Hose. sols. Adler Suits $15.00 $25.00. 25¢, 50c and 75¢. EASTER Confirmation > Dresses Footwear and chil- Men’s Suits Stein-Block Suits $20.00 to Easter Ties Latest models in neckwear, (0’Leary & Bowser Bemidji, Minn. $30.00. Jackets $4.50 to $20.00. Skirts $3.50 to $22.00, Shirt Waists White Lawn Waists 50c to Slippers, $5.00, Silk Waists $3.50 to $7.00 Parasols See our line of Easter Para- to $30.00 SUNDAY Look your best--we’ll help you, be you man, woman or child Ladies’ Wear Tailor-made Suits $20.00 to Silk Belts. Leather Belts. Men’s Shirts Monarch Shirts $1.00to $1,25 Cluett Shirts, coat style, $1.50 Easter Hats Youman Hats $5.00 Roelof Hats $4.00 o Lanpher Hats $3.00 Kabo Corsets $1to $4 Nemo Corsets $3 Belts Elastic Belts. He pitched two games for ]