Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, September 11, 1908, Page 2

THE BEMIDJI DAILY PIONEER -~ BEMIDJI PIONEER PUBLISHING CO. By CLYDE J.JPRYOR. ‘Entered in the postofiice at Bemidil. Minn., : s second class matter. SUBSCRIPTION---$5.00 PER ANNUM 1.J.OPSAHL,WHO SAYS HE'S FOR GLEAN POLITIGS--MAD tion for representative to the legis- lature from this district. Some ten days ago Mr. Opsahl sent to the Pioneer manuscript in a registered letter which would have filled nearly six columns of space in the Pioneer, and although he says in the above letter that his epistles are “business letters,” no check accom- panied the article which Opsahl desired us to devote six columns of our space to print. A simple answer of “Yes,” or “No,” would have sufficed to Mr. Funkley’s challenge, which was a personal matter of the latter gentle- man over his own signature and was no challenge from the Pioneer, or any employe thereof. Two years ago the Pioneer gave Mr. Opsahl many columns of matter in support of his candidacy for the legislature, and he was never charged one cent therefor. His in- gratitude for the services rendered him by the Pioneer at that time can be easily seen by the pursual of the vitrolic epistle printed at the beginning of this article, by an individual who is going before the people on a printed platform, one plank of which he asserts is “clean politics.” Having found out, to our sorrow, that Mr. Opsahl falls far short of our original opinion (having had many evidences of his ingratitude for numerous favors done him by the Pioneer) we resolved, some time ago, to print no more of his communication without being recom- pensed therefor. In which conclu- sion we believe we were right and eminently fair, although the Op- sahlized Sentinel accuses us of being unfair. We leave it to the people to judge. In the above letter Opsahl accuses us of advertising our can- didate for the legislature “at the expense of the good name of the county and its citlzens.” In the name of heaven, can any- body figure out just what this para- graph means? That is just what we are not doing. The Pioneer wants a representative in the legislature who will at all times work for Bemidji and her interests and those of Beltrami county. The day that J. J. Opsahl left Bemidji, two years ago, to assume his seat as a representative from this district in the legislature he promised C.J. Pryor of the Pioneer that within a day or two he would take up the matter of the location of the sixth normal school for Minnesota and would work unceasingly for Bemidji as the place for establish- ing the school. That was the last heard of Mr. Opsahl, the bill or his “hustling” for Bemidji for the location for some time. Word was sent to him to “‘get a move on,” as Cass Lake was using every possible means to get the school and through its repre- sentative in the legislature, had secured (veritably, right under Mr. Opsahl’s nose) promises from nearly every member of the legislature to support Cass Lake in the fight for the location of the school. Opsahl’s “do-nothing” attitude in this matter was so apparent that a committee of Bemidji citizens went to St. Paul for the purpose of inciting him into action. In this they were fairly successful, after a “plain talk” with the Hon. J. J., in which he was forcibly reminded by Mr. Pryor of his pre-election promise, which was renewed the day he left for St. Paul. The committee which visited St Paul found that men who were sitting side by side with Mr. Opsahl hardly had a speaking acquaintance with him, let alone having been in- formed that Bemidji would take a normal school provided it were thrust upon the city. It took several other delegations from Bemidji to give the local repre- sentative in the legislature sufficient courage to put on his fighting gar- ments for this place for the normal school, and it was only by the hardest kind of work by prominent men of this city that a final awaken- ing by the local legislator was secured and Cass Lake was pre- vented from walking off bodily with the school. 3 % Several other measures which Opsahl has since advocated were handled in about the same manner, illustrating very forciably that our representative is a poor legislator, a much worse talker and unable to present his claim with any marked degree of ability. Relative to the “10c per line,” referred to above, Mr. Opsahl some weeks ago furnished. us an article, for which we charged him S5c per line per insertion in the Daily Pioneer and an additional Sc~per line_for insertion in the Weekly Pioneer, which are two separate and distinct newspapers. This is our regular charge to everbody who has advertising matter, which anyone well knows who has ever done business with the Pioneer. But this charge in no way relates ‘to the many coluins of stuff which was printed in the paper for Opsahl without any cost whatsoever to him. As for his suggestion that the discussion of his legitlative record be taken up in his front yard, where he has a large commodious porch, etc., is certainly indicative of the possession of immaculate nerve. The Pioneer would by no means think of requesting a large crowd of people to stand for three mortal hours while Mr. Opsahl read a nine or ten-column screed on “My record as a ruler of Felton,” or “There’s a hole in the bottom of the sea.” Evidently our old friend, since he has gotten tangled up in the news- paper business, has lost his usual serene temper and is very resource- ful with expressions such as ‘“de- ceacy,” “false, misleading state- ments,” etc., etc. If he really is desirious of enter- ing into a “yoint debat” with the Hon. Henry Funkley, there is the court house, where there are com- fortable seats for a large number of people and where one can snore to one’s content during a long har- angue without endangering the growth of the grass in the front yard at Mr. Opsahl’s home. Wes Wright Is Very Active. Wes Wright, who is seeking the republican nomination for sheriff of this county at the forthcoming primaries, is making a whirlwind campaign in connection with his candidacy. Mr. Wright is visiting nearly every family in the county and is putting forth his claim for the shrievalty in very strong terms. Having been a resident of Beltrami county ever since the settler mixed with the Indians in this vicinity, Wes Wright is personally acquainted with every white men in the county. In fact, his familiar slap on the back and hearty “How are you,” is known to every taxpayer of the county. Wes has a pleasing personality that takes well wherever he goes. and he is receiving all | kinds of encouragement in his candidacy. The services rendered the county by Mr. Wright since he has been a member of the board of county com- missioners are known and recognized by the taxpayers and he will undoubtedly be fully rewarded at the forthcoming primaries by a heavy vote. Mr. Wright is confident that he will receive the republican nomina- tion and has no doubt of his election at the general election. Food Sale Saturday. The M. E. Ladies’ Aid society will hold a food sale Saturday afternoon at the I. 0. O. F. hall. Will serve sandwiches, cake, doughnuts and coffee during the afternoon. Price 15c. M. VE. ~|‘nEnTsmi Making e A VIGOROUS GAMPAIG s Confident He Will Be Nominated,and His Optimistic View of Situation Is Well Founded. In his candidacy for the republi- can nomination for county coroner, M. E. Ibertson of this city is espec- ially well pleased with the outlook, being very confident that he will receive the nomination by a hand- some majority, and his optimestic view of the situation is shared by his many_friends in Bemidji. One of the adverse statements which is being made concerning Mr. Ibertson’s candidacy, is the asser- tion that he will not do as he agrees. ‘T'his is a libel on_the "standing of a fearless and honest man of his word, of whom this paper can. truthfully say that he has lived up fully to M. E. IBERTSON. every promise and assertion which he has ever made to us; and further, we believe that if nominated and elected, he will conduct the office of coroner economically and efficiently, and with the best interests of the ‘public always in mind. Mr. Ibertson states that he will, if nominated and elected, appoint a competent deputy for the north end of Beltrami county, which would do away with the large charges for milage which have heretofore been made for the work performed by a resident of Bemidji acting as coroner. And he -will certainly do as he agrees. A vote for Mr. Ibertson for the republican nomination for coroner means a vote for a man who will per- form the duties of the office fear- lessly and efficiently, and he should receive the united support of all who desire an economical administration of the office of coroner. May Get Oregon Timber Land. Many local people, who made fil- ings on timber lands on the Oregon & California railroad company’s land grant, will be interested to know that the United States government has filed a suit against the railroad company to recover title to the tim- ber lands which were granted to the company many years ago. A telegram from Portland, Oregon, says of the government’s suit: “Portland, Ore., Sept. 8.—Suit to recover lands granted the Oregon and California Railway company now controlled by the Southern Pacific company and valued at over $40,000,000 was begun yesterday by B. D. Townsend, special assistant to the attorney general on behalf of the United States government. The suit is based on the alleged failure of the railroad company to live up to the terms of the grant in disposing of the lands in question, The case will be bitterly fought by the rail- roads as the lands involved repre- sent some of the best ‘timber tracts Building We carry in stock of all descriptions. well assorted stock make your selection. Lumber and . Material plete line of lumber and bwlding material Callfin and look over our special line of fancy glass doors. We have a large and WE SELL 16-INCH SLAB W00D St. Hilaire Retail Lbr. Co. BEMIDJ], MIBN. at all times a com- from which you can It is beligved by many that should the goveriiment win the suit which it has instituted torecover the lands; those who made application: to pur- chase the timber lands at the minu- mum price ‘of $2.50 per acre will stand a good show of also winning out. " FIVE' CHILDREN PERISH, Burned to Beath in Fire at New . Brighton, Minn. 8t, Paul, Sept. 1¢,—Five children, ranging in age from ten to two years, ‘were burned to death in a fire at New Brighton. ‘While the neighbors saved the fur- niture in the burning home of Henry Bresette, a farmer, his children were ‘being literally cooked. The house burned to the ground, re- ducing some of the bodies to ashes. The parents were away and the neigh- bors' did not knpw of the presgnce of the children in the burning building. They would have had plenty of time to save them. Nearly all the furni- ture was taken from the house before tho frantic parents, who had seen the flames lick up their home from a dis- tance, rushéd onto the scene. By that time it was too late to en- ter the house. Soon it crumbled and for hours the parents stood by watch- ing the flames which destroyed their little children. The father is employed on a farm a short distance from his home. Tak- ing her baby in arms with her Mrs. Bresette went to meet her husband about 9 o'clock and it was on their way back that they saw their home in flames. A — Fatal Fire at Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Sept. 1J.—One man employe was burned to death, two ‘women employes were seriously in- Jured and several others more or less badly burned in a fire which destroyed the men’s and women’s buildings of the Philadelphia Cricket club at Chest. nut Hill, a suburb. DAYS OF DIZZNESS, Come to Hundreds of Bemidii : People. 7 —_—— There are days of dizziness; Spells of headache, sideache,back- ache; Sometimes rheumatic pains; Often urinary disorders. All tell you plainly the kidneys are sick. : 3 Doan’s Kidney Pills cure all kid- ney ills. Here is proof in Bemidji. Mrs. N. E. Crowell, llving at 423 Mississippi Ave., Bemidji, Minn., says: “I have used Doan’s Kidney Pills and know them to be a reli- able remedy for the kidneys. At the time I began their use I was not confined to my bed, but felt very miserable. I had a dull lan- guid feeling, and there was a con- stant ache in the small part of my back. At times I was dizzy, and these spells gave me the greatest discomfort. I decided to try’ Doan’s Kidney Pills and pro- cured a box at the Owl Drug Store. They gave me great relief, I con- tinued taking them and the Im- provement I received was surpris- ing. From the satisfactory results I derived from their use, I can rec- ommend them to others as a fine | kidney remedy.” For sale by all dealers. Price 50 cents. Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, New York, sole agents for the United States. Remember the name—Doan’s and take no other. Just to remind you of the importance of sav- ing yourteeth. That’s my business. ; DR. G. M. PALMER Anchor Concrete Block Co. OMICH & YOUNG, Proprietors. Yards on Red Lake «Y.” ANCHOR CEMENT BLOCKS Continuous Air Space. Moisture Proof. Can be plastered on without lath- ing or stripping with perfect safety. Any width from 8 to 12 inches. OUR. CLAIMS: For sale by Mill Checks Cashed GILL BROS. THE POPULAR PRICED CLOTHIERS Mail Orders Promptly Filled New Fall Goods In Every Department The style and fabric changes are more pronounced than ever before. Copyright 1968 by - Hart Schaffer & Marx After an inspection of the new Hart ‘Schaffoer & Marx models for fall, we are positive that you will agree with us in saying that there is little room for improvement. Convention- al and freak designs to meet every taste. The Hart Schaffner & Marx clothes, for which we are exclusive Bemidji representaiives, again dem- onstrate because rectness count of their leadership, not only of their originality and cor- of styles but also on ac- their highest grade fabrics trimmings and superb workmanship. We call particular attention to our Suits at 315 318, $20, $25 $30 -8pecial Men’s Suits, and some medium weights light weights that are just the thing for early fall wear, values $15 00, $1l:6.00 and $18.00, now go a Children’s Apparel SPECIAL SHOWING OF SUITS FOR SCHOOL Boys’ all wool suits, made of heavy and medium weight blue serges, fancy and plain brown, gray, tan and olive worsteds; Knickerbocker trousers; - coat lined with serge or venetian; trousers lined with drill or linen crash; and new style cuffs on $5 sleeves; every suit guaranteed, Opening price Boys’ summer weight suits and some me- dium weights that so!d at $5, now......... $6 H 1 k- 36 guits. brok- §.00 $4 suits, brok- en sizes, for... = $3.75 $2.756 THE HOME OF HART -SCHAFFNER & MARK CLOTHES, GROSSETT SHOES, WILSON BROS. 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