Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, August 18, 1909, Page 1

SV ~ place. THE BE HM&@\ Societys « A et LA a TON EER INNESQT, T HISTOHICAL somm VOLUME 7. NUMBER 103. BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA, WEDNESDAY EVENING, AUGUST 18, 1909. FORTY CENTS PER MONTH. MANY IMPROVEMENTS AT THE BRINKMAN THEATER| Stage Is Being Enlarged and Furnished With New Scenery and Commodious, Convenient Dressing Rooms.— Formal Opening Next Monday Evening. The work of remodeling and reno- vating and enlarging the Brinkman Family Theater, and making of the splendid little play house one of the very best vaudeville houses in the northwest, is about completed, and in a few days Manager Brinkman can enjoy the sensation of witness- ing crowds patronizing his ‘modern jexits ‘are stationed at convenient points about the theater, guarantee- ing a safe exit from 'the theater, at any time. The new theater will be formally opened -to the public on Monday and Tuesday evenings of next weeks when a special - program will - be given, consisting of excellent moving pictures and vaudeville especially engaged for this opening event, The When Manager Brinkman em- Bemidji band will be in attendance THE BRINKMAN FAMILY THEATRE. barked in the vaudeville business, two years ago, there were those who smiled deprecatingly at his entering the field, little knowing the energetic proclivities of the man whom all old- timers like to call “‘Little Fred.” From the giving of the first show, success has crowned the business at the Brinkman Family Theater; and the patronage has been such that it became absolutely necessary for Manager Brinkman to enlarge the capacity of the Theater in order to accommodate the crowds that invariably patronize the shows given at the Brinkman. Mr. Brinkman formulated plans for an enlarged stage and additional seating room, and the work of mak- ing the changes was commenced some two weeks ago, Manager Brink- man personally overseeing the work. The new stage will be 24x44 feet and 18 feet high in the clear. The dresslng rooms will be commodious and well lighted, and will be directly underneath the stage. The stage will be supplied with a new set of scenery, which will be farnished by the Twin City Scenery company, and which is the very best that excellent scenic firm turns out. The theater will be furnished with new opera chairs, comfortably ar- ranged, and the seating capacity will care for 400 persons. Proper and the opening will be an auspicious event. Owing to the additional expense in putting on this big bill, it will be necessary for Manager Brinkman to charge 50 cents admission, Mon- day and Tuesday evenings. F. E. Brinkman came to Bemidji thirteen years ago from Brainerd, and during his residence here he has always been to the front in matters that pertain to the welfare of the city. Liberal and generous, Fred Brink- man has made many friends through- out northern Minnesota, and every- one is pleased at the signs of pros- perity about the Family Theater. He displayed his faith in Bemidji’s greatness, four years ago, when he erected the splendid brick block which bears his name, and a “cut” of which is given herewith. There is a splendid performance at the Brinkman Family Theater this week. Teed & Lazell, a Ger- man comedy sketch team, are the very best who were ever at the theater. Their work is laughable in the extreme. The Clarke Sisters are also giving a fine vaudeville stunt. The moving pictures are very good, and “Dick” Bertram, the pianist, is especially good, this being his wedding day. BURIED, WITH MASONIC HONORS, YESTERDAY P. M. Attorney Chamberlain, a Victim of Appendicitis, Laid to Rest at International Falls. International Falls, Aug. 18 (Special to Pioneer.)—The funeral of Attorney J. C. Chamberlain of this city, who died last Sunday night following an operation for appendi- citis, was held yesterday afternoon, the remains being interred in the local cemetery and accompanied to their final resting place by the:mem- bers of the Masonic lodge of Inter- national Falls and a large number of friends. Mr. Chamberlain and a party of a camping trip a week ago last Sun- day. He was taken sick during the middle of the week and brought back to the “Falls,” where it was found necessary Sunday afternoon to operate upon him for appendicitus. The discese was found to have been of several months’ standing and proved fatal Sunday night. J. C. Chamberlain was a promin- ent attorney of International Falls as well as postmaster, and was well known throughout this section of the state. He is survived by a wife and four chiidren ranging from two to fifteen years of age. 1909 Diaries. The Pioneer still has a few 1909 diariesleft which will be closed out at half price. The assortment includes some of the best aswell as the cheap- er books. BIDS SUBMITTED FOR THE GARRYING OF THE MAIL Inspector Here Looking Over Bids.— Local Postoffice Requires Day and Night Service. The postal authorities will in the very near future award the contract for the carrying of the mail to and from the local postoffice to the depots of the Great Northern, Min- nesota & International and M., R. L. & M. railways, bids for the work having been opened here yesterday, the same being sent to the second assistant postmaster general at Washington for approval or rejec- tion. ‘The asking of bids for the service wasmade necessary by the change in the service at the postoffice, which is now open during the entire twenty- four hours of every day in the week, mail being made up for the night trains on both the G. N. and M. & L. railways. This necessitated the carrying of the mail at night as well as in the day time, additional labor with the mail-carrying contract. Six bids were submitted for carry- ing the mail, and* F. M. Bradford, post office inspector who is connected-| with the second assistant postmaster general’s department of contracts, was here and inspected the bids, forwarding the same to the head- quarters at Washington. BlACI(I]lJCI( Blackduck,Aug. 17.—(Special cor- respondence of the Pioneer.) Mrs. George Estabrooks was quite ill last week: A number of Indians are in town selling blueberries.” A sister’ of Arthur Willson is visiting at his home. J. F. Sullivan is expected home from his vacation this week. Since the rain and cooler weather the fishingis fine at the lake. Mrs. E. L. Oberg and children came home from Litchfield, Minn., Friday morning. Miss Laura Wilson of Rochester, Minn., arrived Wednesday night for a visit with her brother, Bunn T. Wilson, and wife. J. M. Bryan of Guthrie Center, Iowa, and Mrs. H. G. Rice of Ham- lin, Towa, father and sister of Mrs. J. M. Freeburg, are expected Wednes- day night for a two weeks, visit. An enjoyable musicale was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Rice Friday evening in honor of Rev. and Mrs. A. L. Hall-Quest. Others present were Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Oberg, Dr. and. Mrs. J. M. Freeburg, Mrs. J. C. Parker, Mr. and Mrs. B. T. Willson, . Miss Laura Willson, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Jardine, Rev. F. J. Barackman, M. J. Leak, Miss Nina Leak, Dr. J. C. Koch AVAL GOURT OF INQUIRY | WILL LOOK OVER BOOKS AS REQUESTED BY THE BOARD R. C. Gayner of Litchfield, Deputy Public Examiner, Here to Examine Affairs of School District Thirteen and Also Town of Cormant. _FINDS, IN SllTTl]ll CASE Sutton’s Death Was Caused by Bullet Self-Inflicted, Either Intentionally Or Accidentally. Washington, D. C. Aug. (Special to Pioneer.)—The naval court of inquiry into the cause of the death of Lieutenant James N, Sutton ot the marine corps, today gave out findings to the effect that they found that he came to his death either by accidental shoot. ing or suicide, but just wl;ich it was unable to determine. The court decided that there was no possible charge of criminality against any of the participants in the fray, except Lieutenant Sutton himself, and that he is directly and solely respousible for his own death, which was self-inflicted, either in- tentionally or in an effort to shoot one of the persons restraining him, and his death was not caused by any other injury whatever. 1909 diaries at the Pioneer office and Carl Oberg. at half-prize. 18— 4 J. C. Gayner of Litchfield, deputy public examiner, is again in Bemidji, and will examine into the condition of School District No.13 and also the Township of Cormant, and will report his findings to the board of county commissioners of Beltrami county. Mr. Gayner’s visit at this time is on order of the board of county com- missioners. At a meeting of the board held August 3rd, a number of the residents of School District No. 13 appeared before the board and requested‘that‘a public examiner be appointed to examine into ‘the accounts of the officers of the school district and make report to the board, certain insinuations being made that everything was not being conducted “according to Hoyle,” so to speak. A resolution was adopted by the friends went up to Rainy Lake for Local news on last page. 0Leary-Bowser Company Bemidji, Minnesota CHAS. A. COLLINS, Manager Pingree Shoes Men’s Linoleum Shoes for Ladies, Rugs Wear WE ARE IN OUR NEW STORE SHOWING NEW FALL GOODS Palmer Suits and Coats The advance styles of the Palmer garment now on display in our Ready-to-wear Department. Suits, $21.50 to $35.00 Coats, $7.50 to $35.00 $3.00 to $4.00 King Quality Shoes for Men, $3.00 to $5.00 Home Goods Colonial Draperies, 40 in. wide, 20c to 35¢ a yard: Curtain Madras, 12¢ to 18c a yard Spec1al Lace Curtain values, $1.50 to $2.50 a pair Matting We are not quite settled in this department, but will be in a few days, and will then show the latest styles in Men’s Furnishings. A special feature of this _department will be Suits and Overcoats made to order for the same price as ready made. board requesting Public Examiner Schaeffer to send a deputy to examine the books, and Mr. Schaeffer ordered Mr. Gayner to make the examination, the latter having just finished the books accounts of the city of Bemidji.’ examination of the and Since the adoption of the resolution by the county board, a warehouse belonging to Harry Bowers was burned, the fire also destroying the books of the treasurer of School Dis- trict No. 13. Mr. Gayner states that the destruction of these books will |in no wise interfere with his examin- ation, as he has all the records nec- essary, having obtained them from the county auditor’s office, etc. The examination into the affairs of the Township of Cormant was brought about bya petition to the county board, at the same meet- ing, and at the request of residents of that town, who are desirous of having the affairs of the town aired somewhat. THE TEXAS CATTLE KING COMING THURSDAY- NIGHT Is an Interesting Comedy Drama, Pre- sented by Brownlee & Reed.—Is Well Recommended. In presenting to the public for the season of 1908-09 the drama entitled “The Texas Cattle King,” we wish to assure them that .this production is devoid of the sensa- tional clap-trap and blood and thunder which has characterized so many western plays and we endeavor to portray in a faithful manner scenes and incidents characteristic of western life and present a clean, up-to-date performance in every way worthy of your patronage. Brownlee & Reed, Managers, The Texas Cattle King. Co. “The Texas Cattle King,” which comes to the City Opera House, Thursday, August 19th, is one of the most beautiful and interesting comedy dramas now before the public, full of pathos mirth and interesting situations. The scene of the play is laid in the Lone Star State—the home of chivalry—and portrays in a faithful manner life on the plains as it really is. The com- pany is composegl of excellent players selected with care from the best theatres in the east, and patrons of the Opera House are assured of a rare treat on the appearance of the play. Chapter Elects Officers. Bemidji Chapter, R. A. M., No. 70, held its annual election last evening, when the following were chosen to guide the destinies of the chapter for the ensuing year: High Priest, G. E. Carson; king, D. H. Fisk; scribe, W. -A. Currie; captain of the host, G. H. French; principal sojourner, J. P. Riddell; royal arch captain, A. B. Palmer; secretary, R. H. Schumaker; treas- urer, M. E. Smith. These officers will be installed at the firstimeeting of thefl chapter to be held in September, which will be Monday, September 6. Bemidji Chapter, No. 70, now has membership of about 75, which in- cludes not only local Masons, but members of the order of the different towns in this vicinity.. The chapter is in excellent financial condition, and is considered one of the best, considering size, in state. 5 2