Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, July 10, 1909, Page 1

VOLUME 7. NUMBER 70. fl'\stofica\ gociety: Y PIONEE BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA,; SATURDAYEVENING, JULY 10, 1909. FORTY CENTS PER MONTH THE EXAMINER'S OFFICE EXONERATES THE PIONEER|: i v o So Says Deputy Examiner Kain Relative to Allegation that|ciimapie wite. “The Tax List Was Inflated for the Benefit. of the Publisher and the Clerk of Court.” The editorial columns of the last issue of the Bemidji Sentinel contain the following article. “In the public examiner's report continued in this week, we call the attention of our readers to what the examiner says of ‘delinquent tax lists inflated’ to favor publisher and clerk. Our reason for calling atten- tion to this is because there has been a good deal of denial regarding it, and other inflations made by the official paper, to which the public examiner called attention."—Bemidji Sentinel. A representative of the Daily Pioneer showed the above article to M. F. Kain of St. Paul, the deputy public examiner who made the report reterred to, and Mr, Kain was asked for an explanation of what he meant, if anything, by the reference in his report to the ¢delin- quent taxes being inflated to favor the publisher and the clerk,” Mr. Kain dictated the followin, ment relative to the report and the g brief, but very expressive, state- above malicious article: “The public examiner's office exonerates any blame for this occurrence on the part of the Bemidji Pioneer in the clerk of court. publishing the delinquent tax list or They could not have done otherwise than follow the exact copy furnished themby the county auditor, who alone is responsible for the delinquent tax list." HAD PLEASANT TRIP IN VISITING POINTS WEST Dr. Marcum and Wife Have Returned from Attending the Presbyterian General Assembly. “I have visited many beautiful points in California, Colorado and place on the coast, but I cannot say that I like any of them better than Bemidji. This city is as good a place to live in as any community, anywhere” says Dr. E. H. Marcum, who has recently returned from an extended visit through the west and on the Pacific coast. Dr. and Mrs. Marcum and Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Brooks have but re- cently returned from a trip to Den- ver, Kansas City, the Grand Canyon, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Port- land and Seattle, and returned home on the Canadian-Pacific, stopping at many interesting places in western Canada. Dr. Marcum attended the general assembly of the Presbyterian church at Denver May 20-30 and reports a grand time there. There were between 800 and 900 delegates and fully 2,000 people were in attendence at the meeting. There were many noted speakers. After the adjournment of the assembly, the party went to the Grand Canyen, on the Colorado river, in Arizona, where they spent two days, and the doctor rode a mule down into the canyon, which is one mile deep and where the thermometer registered from 90 to 100 degrees in the shade; and the doctor asserts that it is the hottest place he ever expects to encounter, on this earth. At Los -Angeles, they visited the seaside resorts and Santa Catalina islands, the scenery being very beautiful. W. L. 8rooks caught a yellow-tail at that place, which gave him an exceedingly strenuous wrestle of half an hour before he landed his fish, At San Francisco the party was favorably impressed by the great growth shown since the earth- quake. Nearly all of the buildings were built of reinforced concrete, which was the only material that withstood the terrific shock which destroyed the principal portion of the city. The Seattle fair, according to the doctor, is not exactly the ‘‘big thing” which they were expecting, the average attendance being only 23,000 per day. = The streets of Seattle were torn up and littered with rubbish because of the improve- ments which are being made there. The party saw the finish of the New York-Seattle automabile race, which School Board Meeting Big Sucess. Ernest L. Oberg, the very efficient secretary of the board of education of Blackduck, was exceedingly well pleased with the meeting of the county school boards, which was held here yesterday. In speaking of the meéting, Mr. Oberg said: *“The meeting of the school boards of the county, which was held in this city yesterday, was clearly the most important educational gather- ing that was ever held in this county, thus far. The program was full of snap and go from the first minute to the last one. “The two afternoon addresses of the day were given by Rev. F.J. Barackman of Blackduck and Prof. J. H. Hay of Thief River Falls, superintendent of the summer school. Each was a model of its kind. The former emphasized moral education in our schools asa necessity, the latter the need of teaching children of the common schools the splendid possibilities before the tiller of the soil. *“The school boards and the pro- spective teachers went to their homes full of enthusiasm for practical education.” PRESBYTERIAN PIGHIG WAS ENJOYABLE AFFAIR Was Held at Mississippi Outlet and Was Attended by a Large and Happy Crowd. The annual picnic of the con- gregation and Sunday school of the Presbyterian church was held at the outlet of the Mississippi river, where the “Father of Waters” flows out of Lake Bemidji, Thursday, and was one of the most enjoyable and successful affairs of the kind ever given by that or any other church organization of the city. Boats took the picnickers from the dock on the city side of the out- let, and a large number took advant- age of the ideal weather to partici- pate in the picnic. The Mississippi outlet is one of the most beautiful of the many spots in this vicinity, and inspired by the splendid sunshine and beautiful environments, the crowd had one of the regular old-fashioned good times that never come to any but those who are possessed of exceedingly sciences. A big dinner was served from wellfilled baskets, lemonade was dealt out with lavish hand, and the over-abundance of cheerfulness bubbled until everybody caught the spirit and “pitched in” and enjoyed themselves. The crowd returned to the city was won by a Ford machine. The return trip over the Canadian- Pacific was a very interesting one. late in the afternoon, tanned, bronzed and tired, but well-pleased with the day’s entertainment. Therr Visit_ Gives Pleasure. ‘The return to Bemidji of Mr. and wmuch pleasure to the many Bemidji friends of George and his most Mrs. Flemming, as Miss Wood- ward, livedin Bemidji since the pioneer days of this place; and was among this city’s most popular and worthy young ladies, being univer- sally liked and respected because of her many estimable gnalities. Mr. Flemming, from the time that he first became a resident of the city, was immensely popular, being one of those young men who possess the rare quality of never making an enemy. Both have hosts of friends here, and sincere regret has often been expressed that they moved to Billings, Mont., to make their permanent home. However, Mr. Flemming has succeeded to the fullest measure in his hardware business at Bill- ings, and while we cannot have the Flemming’s for citizens of Bemdji, it is indeed a pleasure to know that they are doing so well ‘“‘out west,” Mr. and Mrs. Flemming will remain here for several weeks. Week-End Excursions. Via the South Shore for Detroit Toledo, Cleveland and Buffalo by rail to St. Ignace thence D. & C. N. Co.’s steamers, leaving Duluth every Friday. June 4 to July 30. To Detroit and return $17.00. Limit FORESTRY BOARD IS PROSECUTING CASES Board Apparently Determined to En- force Provisions of Forest Fire Law, if Possible, JUSTICES FINE G. N. RAILWAY FOR ALLEGED VIOLATION LAW Company’s Attorney Gives Notice of Appealing Both Cases to the District Court. That the state forest preservation department intends to vigorously en- force the new forest fire law in northern Minnesota was demonstrat- ed yesterday in Nymore when the Great Northern Railway company was convicted of a violation of the new law before Justice J. B. Hook and fined $50 and costs. The forestry department claimed that the Great Northern Railway company failed to use an efficient spark arrester on one of its engines June 17, thereby causing a small fire in the village of Nymore, a com- plaint to that effect, being sworn out against the company by Mrs. Gertrude Mathers. The complaining witness had seen heavy sparks emitted from the engine and a fire start up almost immediately afterward on the right- Sept. 15th. The prosecution on behalf of the forestry department was couducted by Attorney John P. Coleman of St. Paul, and W. L. Clift of St. Paul, assistant counsel for the Great Northern Railway company, de fended the corporation. It is under- stood that the railway company will take an appeal to the district court, This afternoon, before Justice Pendergast, justice of the Town of Grant Valley, the Great Northern railway was fined $75 and costs on the charge of not maintaining patrols along its right-of-way in that town, as is required by the state forestry law. The railway company, through Attorney Clift, claimed that this provision of the forestry law is class legislation and therefore unconstitu- tional. Justice Pendergast held differently and found the company guilty as charged, Mr. Cilft giving notice of appeal. Attorney Coleman again repre- sented the forestry hoard. Moral—Insure with the T. J. Miller Insurance Agency. Mrs Gamble Entertained. At her home yesterday afternoon, Mrs. Gamblesuccessfully entertained thirty of the children who took part in her float on Monday. Besides the children there were present Mesdames Russell, Sherman Bailey, H. W. Bailey, Bowser, Crowley and Conger. A general good time was had during the afternoon, there being swings and “teeters” for the child- ren. Ice cream and cake was served. Mrs. Ggmble was assisted by Miss of-way. Mae Chapman. for sale. attention. Real Estate For Sale Below we offer a few of the many farms we have These are desirable for investments and the intending purchasers will do well to give them careful cheerful dispositions and clear con- No. 18. 160 acres in section 8, town- ship 150, range 31 (Town of Langor) on Blackduck river. $900 worth of saw timber on place which can be sold aod delivered on the river bank. Buildings which originally cost $1400 and esti- mated valuation at present date $1000; school house on one corner of land; 30 acres under cultivation; best of soil; some meadow. Selling price $2200. No. 19. $1280 buys 160 acres in section 19, fownship 161, range 27. This land is nicely located on good road five miles east of Northome. Good house and barn on place; soil excellent; part of timber on this quarter section is reserved. It will pay you to iavestigate this prop- osition. 2 No. 20. Five 40-acre tracts bordering on Blackduck lake; mostly hardwood timber; heavy soil; some meadow; all within easy warket. Prices range from $10 to $15 per acre. No. 21. $300 buys the most attract- ive two-acre island in Blackduck lake. This is one of the most beautiful spots for summer resorters known in northern Minnesota. No. 22. An 80-acre wellimproved farm five miles northwest of Bemidji; 20 acres m field; good buildings; good well and water; daily mail; onehalf mile from school house; place is partly fenced; 800 cords lath bolts and 1000 cords of cordwood on the place. This attractive offer is the east half of the southwest querter of section 23-147-34 (Town of Eckles). $1000 will secure this place for you. No. 23. $3200 buys a half section of land in town 150, range 30 (Town of Langor). This place is natural meadow land and will cut upwards of 100 tons of hay; not a foot of waste land; heavy soil equal to any land in the state. There is timber enough on the place to pay for the land. The land is located one mile from school house; has running water and would make an attractive stock farm. Terms to suit purchaser. No. 24. $2000 buys a good 160-acre tract in section 22, township 146, range 34, Grant Valley. Good agricultural land bordermg on two lakes; 25 acres broken; balance easily cleared. Within easy reach of good markets. Terms to suit buyer. No. 25. 82400 will buy 160 acres wellimproved hardwood land bordering on Turtle River lake and one mile east of village of Turtle River. 8 acres under cultivation; 1 mile of attractive lake shore. An especially good bargain for one who desires the land for~summer resort. Terms, one-half cash. No. 26. $5 pex acre buys good quar- ter tract of land in section 9 township 150, range 32. Good meadow, valuable timber; some improvements; terms, cash. No. 27. 160-acre farm on Cormant river in section 17, township 150, range 30 (Town of Hornet); valuable for its timber; 2 1-2 miles from market; easy terms at $10 per acre. We have many other bargains and if you do not in above list what you want, we have a large list of other lands for sale. Remember we buy for cash and sell on time. FARMERS LAND (0. Winter Block Bemidji, Minnesota NOTABLE K. P. . BEMIDJI ON 29TH OF JULY Supreme Chancellor Commander Brown, Head of Pythians of World, Will Honor Bemidji With Visit.—Local K. P.’s Preparing a Splendid Program. The members of Bemidji lodge, No. 168, K. of P., and Pythians generally throughout north central Minnesota are looking forward with anticipated pleasure to the forthcoming visit of Supreme Chancellor Brown of Texas, who is the head of the Pythian orders of the world, and who will make a general visit of inspection to Bemidji on Thursday, July 29th. The visit of the supreme chan- cellor is an honor that is much sought after by subordinate lodges and the visit is seldom accorded to cities the size of Bemidji. Local Pythians and the mem- bers of Pythian lodges adjacent to Bemidji realize the significance of the visit of Supreme Chancellor Brown and plans are now in pre- paration to make the visit an event of great importance in Pythian circles of this section. At arecent meeting of the Bemidji lodge a general committe ‘was ap- pointed to make the preliminery arrangements for the entertainment of the supreme chancellor and visit- ing knights who will be present on July 29th, the committee being G. A. Walker, T. ). Miller, A. E. Harris and J. J. Opsahl. These gentlemen met last evening in the office of T. J. Miller & Co. and appointed sub- committees and discussed plans of entertainment on the occasion of the visit of the supreme chancellor. It was decided to invite all lodges in northern Minnesota to participate in the entertainment, and with that end in view,a number of Pythians from othér lodges than Bemidji have been appointed to assist the local Pythians in carrying out the program. The following committees were appointed: Finance—T. J. Miller, William McCuaig, W. N. Bowser and J. P. Pogue, Bemidji. Reception—]. P. Pogue, M. A. Clark, M. A. Spooner, C. W. Stanton, W. B. Stewart, J. J. Opsahl, Bemidji; C. W. Conway, Dr. J. C. Koch, A. E. Witting and Dr. J. M. Freeburg, Blackduck; W. W. Woolley, Dr. Winship and B. F. Wright, Park Rapids; Charles Conger, McIntosh; T. H. Martin and the chancellor commander at Deer River. WILL VISIT [ Transportation—G. A. Walker, A. E. Harris and George W. Rhea. Parade, regalia, etc.—A. E. Otto, Earl Geil, D. D. Miller, Frank Slipp, S. A. Cutter and E. H. Cornwall. Publicity—C. J. Pryor and A. G. Rutledge. Entertaitment—Dr. D, L. Stan- ton, Andy Larson, G, A. Walker, Bemidji: Dr. J. M. Freeburg and C. W, Jewett, Blackduck. Ladies' general committee— Mesdames George W. Rhea, ]. E. Lindgreen, A. E, Harris, D. D. Miller, J. E. Patterson and Andy Larson, The supreme chancellor will arrive in Bemidji at 3:45 o’clock a. m. from St." Paul, and it 1s the intention of the executive com- mittee to meet Mr. Brown at the depot and escort him to the hotel. It 1s planned to have a parade and carriage ride to the different points of interest about the city in the forenoon, After dinner Mr. Brown and visiting Pythians will e rtaken for a ride on Lake Bemidji and tributary waters, and the party will be allowed to rest after the boat ride until the time for the meeting in the evening. The meeting to be held in the evening will undoubtedly be one of the most notable gatherings of Pythi- ans ever held in this section. There will be many knights from out-of-town lodges and the meeting will be an open one and the public generally invitad. The committee intend securing the Bemidji and Blackduck bands to furnish music during the day. While the plans are still in an uncompleted stage the various com- mittees will get together and the details will be worked out in such a manner as to assure the success of the meeting and reception. It is earnestly requested that the chairman of each committee call a meeting of his committee at an early date at the offices of the T. J. Miller Co. (this being centrally located) and that every Pythian do his or her part to help entertain the Supreme Chancellor. The committee requests that a meeting of all the committees be held on Monday evening. DOINGS IN THE VARIOUS GHURGHES OF THE GITY Hours of Worship and Subjects of Ser- mons fo Be Delivered in the City Sunday. Norwegian Lutheran—Morning ser- vice at 10:30. Evening service at 8 o’clock. No Sunday school. Paro- chial school continues Monday at usual hours, Methodist—11 a. m. Sermon by the pastor. 12 m., S. S,; 6 p. m., E. L.;7 p. m., the union service in park by the lakeside. You are invited to these services. Episcopal —Morning prayer and sermon at 11 a. m. in the Odd Fellows hall. a. m. The evening services will be discontinued until further notice. Preshyterian—Morning worship at 11, Subject, ‘Watchman, What of the Night.” Bible class and Sunday school, 12:15. Evening Sunday school at 10|, gervice in the park at 7, Yyoung people’s meeting in church at 8, The public is cordially invited to be present at these services, Baptist—Men’s Bible class 10:00. Morning service 11:00. Subject: “Equipment for Soul-Winning,” the closing address on the series. Euphonium solo, Chas. L. Cummer. Sunday school, 12:10. Evening ser- vice in the city park at 7:00. B.Y. P. U. at 8:00 in the church. Masien’s Orchestra at Sunday Dinner. The following is the musical pro- gram which will be rendered by Masten’s orchestra at the Markham hotel dinner tomorrow (Sunday) evening, from 6 to 8 o’ciock: “The Enterprise”—March .... “The Pacer"—Medley Overture. Markham . ailor Boy”—March.. Webb “‘Poet and Peasant’—Overture. Selection from de Koven!' MINNESQTA HISTORICAL | SOCIETY, s .