Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, September 8, 1909, Page 1

THE BEMIDJI D istoric® Y PIONEE 1 SO"'M',’ 1““ VOLUME 7. NUMBER 121. BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA, WEDNESDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 8, 1909. COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AWARD ROAD CONTRACTS Six Miles of Road to Be Built Near Kelliher.—Several Townships Given Aid from Road and Bridge Fund.— Call for Bids for A special meetimg of the board of county commissioners, at which all members of the board were preeent, was held yesterday, and a number of toad appropriations and several contracts for roads were let, and much impor‘tant routiue bnsiness was transacted. William Lennon of Kelliher was the successful bidder on three and one-half miles of road to be con- structed as an extension to the Kelliher-Battle River road, Mr. Len- non’s bid, in amount, being approxi- mately $2,200, John Carlson was awarded the contract for a two-mile extension of the road known as the Cormant- Battle River road, his bid being about $1,400. The following appropriations were made from the road and bridge fund: Town of Turtle River, $300; Town of Liberty, $300; Town of Eckles, $300; Town of Durand, $200; Town of Hagali, $200. County Surveyor Roy K. Bliler, who at the last meeting of the board was directed to investigate the con- tract of O. B. Olson for work done on the Kelliher road, made report stating that Mr. Olson had not finished his work according to the plans and specifications; that the side ditches were not of a uniform depth and caused water to stand on the grade; that several culverts were needed; that the brush was still un- burned and that the hill was not cut sufficiently to make a 10 per cent grade; and that there were some stumps atill left in the road. ‘The board accepted the report of Mr. Bliler and authorized the county auditor to serve notice on Additional Work. Mr. Olson to show cause why the balance of his contract should not be cancelled, Mr. Olson to reply to same at the meeting of the board to be held October 5. The board authorized the renting of an adding machine for the county treasurer’s office, at a rental of $10 per month until January 1, 1910. The auditor was instructed to advertise for bids for the con- struction of a ditch half a mile in length along the section line be- tween Sections 32 and 33, Town of Bemidji, the dirt taken from the ditch to be used to ‘cover corduroy. The auditor was also instructed to advertise for bids for the grading, ditching and covering of the corduroy on the uncompleted portion of the road from Nebish to Island Lake. Bids were called for the clearing, grubbing, grading and constructing of all culverts on State Road No. 4 from Spur 105 to the village limits of Tenstrike. Bids were also called for the construction of a steel bridge across the Mississippi river at the corner of sections 5 and 6, town 146-32 and corner of sections 31 and 32, Town 147-32 being about five miles east of the outlet of Lake Bemidji. On this latter con- tract, the county surveyor was authorized to furnish to the board an estimate of the cost of said bridge. The road from Island Lake to Nebish was, upon motion, declared a branch of State Road No. 3. The road from and through sec- tions 6 and 13, Town of Gudrid, was, on motion, declared Branch No. 1 of State Road No. 4. The county surveyor was instructed by the board to record all unrecorded proceedings and bring down to date the county road records, Two school petitions, one from the Town of McDougald and one from the Town of Gudrid, were set for hearing at the meeting of the board to be held October 5. The petition of R. M. Kingston and others for ,a road through the Town of Turtle River and Frohn was rejected. All applications for abatement of taxes were laid over until the next meeting of the board. After the allowance of a few of the bills and the laying over of the balance until the next meeting, the board adjourned to meet October,5. Millinery Opening September 15. To the Ladies of Bemidji and vicinity: I wish to call your attention to the fact that on account of my large display of pattern hats and novelties it will be impossible for me to get ready for my opening before next Wedneiday, September 15. We will then be in a positien to FORTY CENTS PER MONTH. SPEAKERS OF REPUTETO SPEAK AT GOURTY FAIR Thursday, September 16th, Is “Farm- ers’ Day” at the Beltrami County Annual Fair. That the Fourth Annual Fair of the Beltrami County Agricultural association (to be heid Wednes- day, Thursday and Friday of next week) will result in bringing out much valuable information as to the proper methods to pursue in dairying and farming on the cut- over lands of Northern Minnesota, is a certainty, as many of the best dairying and farming experts in Wisconsin as well as Minnesota will be present at the fair and deliver addresses on timely sub jects that will undoubtedly be intensely interesting to the crowds of Beltrami county farmers who will be in attendance at the fair. September 16 (the second day of the fair) has been designated as show the finest display of hats ever shown in our city. My trimmer comes highly recom- mended and will be able to please the most fastidious tastes. I-would kindly invite youto visit and see my fine assortment before purchasing elsewhere. —DMrs. H. L. Bowers, Berman Emporium. Co. K. to Give Ball. The members of Company K. M. N. G, will give a ballat the Third Regiment Armory (formerly the Coliseum) this(Wednesday) evening, when an attempt will be made to make the affair the most memorable ball in the history of the many brilliant functions which the soldier boys have given. The ball will be in the nature of an “opening ball,” in commemora- tion of the furnishing of the armory by the city, and will no doubt be well attended. MILLINERY OPENING At which time our display of the newest effects in Ladies’ Headwear, from’the centers of fashion, will be complete in Pattern Hats, Tailored and Ready-to- wear Hats, in all the popular and latest conceits of the season, in Body, Hand Made and Pressed effects. Our goods are all selected at the leading millinery houses in Chicago and Milwaukee. the latest Eastern Styles and Lowest Possible Prices. every particular. Great Bargains in Hosiery and Underwear Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 9th, 10th and 1th, In order to make room for our Winter Stock we will givea 20 per cent discount on allKnit Underwear, Muslin Underwear and Hosiery. We now have in stock a full line of Ladies’ Misses’ and Children’s Hosiery; al- so an extra good Boys’ High Grade Hose with spliced linen knee. Ask to see them. SHOWING OF FALL STYLES Sept. Oth Sept.i0th Hetland & Fallon | We guarantee the Do Not Fail to Take Advantage of Our Muslin Underwear Sale, Our line is well known and is the best and choicest ever shown in Bemidji. Gowns, Skirts, Drawers, Corset Cov- ers and Cembination Suits, made of Dimity, Nainsook and a good quality of Muslin, daintily trimmed in Laces and Embroid- ery. Do not fail to see them. Want Your Business We Solicit Your Patronage and Respectfully Invite You to Call ¢“Farmers’ Day,” and an especially attractive = program has been arranged for that day. Ransom A. Moore, professor of agronomy in the University of Wis- consin, has been engaged to speak on that day. Mr. Moore is an ac- cepted author_ily on agronomy and he is so recognized by agricultural authorities all over the oountry. Mr. Moore was given special mention by J. J. Hill in the famous address which the railroad magnate de- livered before the Minnesota legis- lature last winter, at which time Mr. Hill called particular attention to the development of the agricultural sources of the northwest. Mr. Moore’s speech will teem with valu- able information on agronomy. Professor A. J. McGuire of Grand Rapids, superintendent of the North- east Experimental farm, has also been engaged to speak. No man in the state of Minnesota is better qualified to tell the farmers what are the proper methods to pursue in profitable dairying and farming in northern Minnesota. Mr. McGuire has achieved phenominal success at the experimental farm and he has given valuable assistance in develop- ing this section of the state. Prof. Thomas A. Cooper, professor agricultural at the University of Minnesota, and A. D. Wilson, super- intendent of Minnesota Farmers’ Institutes, have been engaged to be present on “Farmers Day,” and will deliver speeches on farming, enrich- ing soil, animal husbandry, etc. While these two gentlemen are, personally, very little known in this section, they are thoroughly con- versant with farm conditions here- abouts and will have something good to give fair attendants. All of these speakers will welcome questioning on farm pursuits, and have readily consented toc come to Bemidji and assist in making the fair of 09 a big success. BLACKDUCK Blackduck, Sept. 7.—(Special cor- respondence of the Pioneer.) The Norwegian Sunday school held their picnic at the lake on last Monday. In honor of Mrs. C. G. Johnson, a delightful musical was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Oberg, Wednesday night. J. M. Bryan and Mrs. H. G. Rice, after a two weeks’ visit in the Dr. J. M. Freeburg home, departed Thurs- day morning for their home in Iowa. Mise Clara Winegart, a neice of J. F. Barackman, arrived Thursday evening to be ready to take up her duties in the school room on Thurs- day. Mrs, E. L. Oberg entertained at “500” last Thursday evening, Mrs. Johnson being the guestof honor. Delicious sherbet and cake were served. Missionary meeting was held at the Manse instead of at the home of Mrs. Lee French. The annual election of officers was postponed until next D. H. Congdon went to Devils Lake, N. D., last week. Mrs. Cong- don accompanied him as far as Bemidji, returning home Thursday evening. Three of the new teachers arrived Saturday: Miss Hostetter, principal; Miss Johnson, primary, and Miss Katherine Laurie, for one of the grades. Miss Hagen, assistant principal, is expected Monday morn- ing. Mr. Howells, field secretary of the Christian Endeaver, organized a society of fifteen members in Ten- strike last Thursday. Mr. Mather- son and Mr. Morrison of that place accompanied Mr. Howells here Fri- day. A good program was given at the Manse Friday evening, with an address on Christian Endeavor work by Mr. Howells. It is hoped a large society will be organized here, later, A most " delicious chicken supper was held in the park at the lake Sat- urday. The following was the menu: Stewed chicken and gravy, boiled potatoes, corn on the cob, pickles, doughnuts, cake, coffee. After supper some exciting races and athletic sports were indulged in until dusk. The evening ended with music around a big bonfire. The following were those present: Mr. and Mrs, John Cann, Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Barackman, Miss Clara Ninegart, Miss Katherine Laurie, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Oberg, Miss Marie Oberg, Mrs. J. C. Parker, Mrs. E. A. Hastay, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hay- den, Dr. and Mrs, J. M. Freeburg, Mr. and Mr. Bunn T. Willson, Mr. and E. P. Rice, Dr. J. C. Koch, J. F. Sullivan. For the idea and the chickens, a hearty note of thanks is extended to Mr. and Mrs. John Cann. Henrionnet's Millinery Opening. Mrs. A. P. Henrionnet cordially invites the ladies of Bemidji and vicinity, to be present at her fall millinery opening, Friday and Satur- day, September 10 and 11. Heari- onnet’s Millinery Parlors, one door north of Bazaar store. The personal property abstract of assessments as returned by the assessors and equalized by the board shows a number of interesting facts regarding property of Beltrami county. The records show that the total valuation as returned by the county board was $1,403,411, while that re- turned by the assessors was $1,420,- 871, a decrease of $17,460; however, this is an increase over last year’s assessment, which was $1,345,045. The real estate valuation has not as yet been figured, but the returns received from the state auditor shows that a new acreage amounting to 56,627 acres will be placed upon the assessment roll in different parts of the county. This year there were 2,811 indivi- dualsassessed, which isa substant- ial increase over that of last year. The assessments returned show that there were no dogs in the Towns of Baudette, Zipple, Third Assessment district, Sixth Assess- ment district, also the Village of Baudette. The assessor for the city of Be- midji found 36 dogs; Nymore, 32; Village of Blackduck, 18; Funkley, 8; Spooner, 16; Tartle River, 16; Tenstrike, 10; Wilton, 9. The different classes of personal property found in the county, to- gether with the valuation thereof is as follows: " No. Valuation Horses, one year old 69 § 1,031 Horses, two years old 44 876 Horses, three years and over. . 2198 83,952 Stallions, high grade mares and track PERSONAL PROPERTY OF CO0. VALUED AT $1,403,411 Personal Property Assessments, as Equalized by County Board, Shows Increase in Valuation.—2,811 Individuals Were Assessed. horses................. 4 375 Cattle, one year old 1151 5,735 Cattle, two years old and over.............. 683 6,695 Cows.... 39,677 Work oxen. v 9,978 All other cattle, three years or over.........116 1,410 Sheep. . 1203 1,833 Hogs . 593 2,155 Wagons, carriages, bicycles, sleighs, etc.. .2,378 28,749 Automobiles and other power vehicles...... 10 4,422 Sewing and knitting machines ........... 1222 7,342 Watches and clocks 1403 4,702 Melodeons and or- gans... 195 3,080 Pianos .. 291 21,576 Household goods and wear- ing apparel .. . 71,309 Office furniture. . 11,555 Farm tools and engines. 5,023 Gold and silver plated ware 444 Diamonds and jewelry 1,607 Franchises, patent rights, Sl usunnannvaaans 1,000 Steamboats, etc................. 6,253 Goods and merchandise, wholesale merchants...... 22,180 Goods and merchandise re- tial merchants............. 136,853 Logs, lumber, etc. in hands of manufacturers........... 504,965 Logs, lumber, etc. in hands of retailers. . 70,123 Wheat, in hands of manu- Facturer. v corervarercornensos 1 Wheat and flour in hands of retailers........ooeeeeeeeeeen, 30 All other manufacturers’ [Continued on Last Page.) meeting, Grand Display of Fall and Winter Millinery at CONGER’ Thursday and Friday, September 9 and 10 You are cordially invited to call and inspect the largest and Most Fash- ionable Line of Millinery in the city. The best houses in the Twin Cities, Chicago and Milwaukee .have been visited, and the very latest designs in Pattern Hats and Trimmings have been purchased for this fall showing. We also carry an extra good line of Willow Plumes and other Plumes. Some of the most popular Hats are the Broadway, the Huge Gainsborough, the Russian Cossack Turban, the Colonial, and the Toque de Rusche. Miss Waller of- St. Paul is taking charge of the Trimming Department again thisseason. . . ......... MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY. £ R