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

" 'ME BEMIDJ1 D Y PIONE MINNESOTA SOCIETY. VOLUME 7. NUMBER 123. BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA, FRIDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 10, 1909. . FORTY CENTS PER MONTH. EDWARD HENRY HARRIMAN DIED YESTERDAY AT 3 P. M. Suffered from Stomach Trouble, and Had Been Ailing for Some Time.—One of Greatest Railroad Mag- nates of Modern Times. EDWARD H. HARRIMAN. [Special Service Furnished The Pioneer by the American Press As- sociation. * mew YOTK, Sept. 10—Edward H. Harriman, the railwvay magnate, is dead at his home at Arden, N. Y., after a long illness. Mr. Harriman’s death had been expected for several days. On last Sunday he suffered a serious relapse, due to an attack of scute Indigestion, and he was unable to rally from the critical condition ‘which then threatened his life. With bim at the time of death were all the members of his immediate family and Dr. Lyle. The great achievement of Mr. Harri- man’s career as a financier and rail- road manager was the rehabilitation of the Union Pacific and Southern Pa- ecific railway systems. Mr. Harriman undertook this herculean task when he was nearly fifty years old and after OBITUARY OF THE LATE EDWARD HENRY HERRIMAN The Wizard ot Railroads, Whose Con- ceptions Were as Wide as the Continent. [Furnished the Daily Pioneer, by Special Arrangement With American Press Association.] By JAMES A. EDGERTON. HERE have been few single fig- ures in the world of finance the mere rumors of whose iliness ‘would radically affect so many stocks as did that of the late Edward Henry Harriman. On his recent re- turn from Europe the great Stock Ex- change in Wall street spent nearly one whole day in suspense. Buying and selling were at a standstill. Ev- erything depended upon the health of the little man coming up the bay. If he should prove to be on the road to recovery, up would go Union Pacific, Central Pacific, New York Central and other securities under his control. If he was seen to be in a bad way, they ‘would tumble. Until one or the other was definitely known there was noth- ing doing. His arrival satisfied the brokers that the railroad king was far from a well man. After his retreat to Arden the rumor was noised about that he in- tended virtyally to retire. On this mere breath his stocks were hammered down, down till Union Pacific fell off 6 or 7 points, Southern Pacific, New York Central and others sharing in the decline. It was a striking tribute to the man's power, a testimonial to the estimate put upon his financial mastery by Wall street. There was no sentiment in it. There neveris in these bull and bear raids. They are as ut- terly merciless as an earthquake or a cyclone. There is not a heart beat in the whole high finance body, how- ever many there may be in the indi- be had once practically retired from pusimess, Other financiers had failed signally to put these properties on a paying basis, but Mr. Harriman, fol- lowing the reorganization of the Un- ion Pacific in 1897, began a systematic plan to place the properties in the best possible condition for their main- tenance at a high standard of effi- eiency. It was his policy to keep his railroads in the best workable condi- tion, confldent that sooner or later the question of dividends would take care of itself. To the task he had under- taken Mr. Harriman gave unflagging industry and it was his constant work that brought on the final breakdown in his health. Stomach trouble devel- oped more than a year ago and med- fcal treatment gave no relief. This summer he went to Europe to consult the greatest specialists there, but he was not benefitted. On his return to this country he went at once to his magnificent country home at Arden, where death occurred. the bears pounded down ‘those” Harri- man securities in the days when their master lay ill at Arden they merely advertised that they had been afraid of the man and showed what they ‘would do when the fear was even a little abated. There are many popular misconcep- tions concerning Harriman, One is that he was a man with an abnor- mally large brain, which sapped the life from his undersized body. Harri- man’s head was not large. It was un- der rather than over the normal size. It was quite well proportioned to his small stature. His body gave the im- pression of slightness, it is true, but it ‘was not emaciated, except in his last fllness. It was wiry and quick as a steel spring. He was stooped, as are most men who think much. He was never a careful dresser and was quite commonplace in appearance. But the idea that his brain ate up his body is a mere flight of fancy. It might be said as truly of any man who is at the head of big things in this day of gi- gantic undertakings. Smartest Boy of His Class. Another mistaken notion is that Mr. Harriman was born in New Jersey. He was born at Hempstead, Long Is- land, in the state of New York, Feb. 25, 1848. He was the fourth child of 2 poor Episcopalian minister whose salary sometimes amounted to as much as $200 a year. It was after the future railroad king’s advent that ‘the family moved to Jersey, settling in a modest portion of Jersey City just off the Hackensack meadows. It was not a promising environment, but there were rich relations on both sides of the house. The lad went to Trin- ity school in New York, walking three miles each way, He had a reputation, which still survives, of having been the worst boy and the smartest of his class. At the age of fourteen he quit school altogether and entered a bro- ker’s office. The first year he earned the magnificent salary of $5 a week, and even this pittance he turned over to his father. Friend of Children, Perhaps the only beings with whom Edward H. Harriman the man ever entirely unbent were children. In New viduals who compose it. And when [Continued on Last Page.] SPEAKERS OF REPUTE TO SPEAK AT GOUNTY FAIR Tuesday, Sefiember 16th , Is “Farm- ers’ Day” at the Beltrami County Annual Fair. September 16 (the second day of the fair) has been designated as «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 authority 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 atteation 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 béen 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 bave readily consented to come to Bemidji and assist in making the Band Concert Tonight. .The following is the program which will be rendered by the Bemidji band at the concert to be given at the dock this evening: March—"Hampton Roads”.........cc..... o Russell Alexander Overture—"Il Trovato RO 2 March—"Flashing Eyes”....Henry Frantzen Medloy Overture—"Bits of Rennicks Hits, No. 5" .. . B. Lampe Mexican Kiefter Raritone Solo—*The Message' Brooks Oharles Cummers. March—"The Brazen Coin" Concert Waltzes—"The § Tty . L. Alford GOVERNMENT SCHOOL AT RED LAKE IS NOW OPEN Ma Young Aboriginees Show Much Interest in Studies.—Indian Parents Co- operate With Authorities. ' The goverment school at Red Lake agency opened last week for the fall term, under most auspicious conditions, and everything indicates that there will be a large attendence and much interest taken in the work at the school. W. H. Bishop, superintendentat the agency and distributing officer, is in charge of the school. - There are two-class teachers, Miss. A. C. Goddard, principal teaceher, and Miss Patrick, assistant. The capacity of the school is 86, but the enroliment at the school has always exdeeded the official capacity. Last year 105 scholars were en- rolled in the school and the average attendence ranged from 90 to 95, indicating a healthy interest among the Indian children in securing an education. Mr. Bishop, the superintendent of the school, states that the In- dian parents have taken great in- terest in the efforts of the govern- ment to educate their children and, alttiough they were at first rather ‘“offish,” towards the school. Of late years, they co-operate with the superintendent and the teachers with the result that the attendance is at all times very flattering. The young Indians are exception- ally bright and many still attend the school although well advanced in years. GOVERNOR LISTENED TO ARGUMENTS IN GHARGE Arguments Were Made Yesterday, and Governor Took the Matter Un- der Advisement. Gov. Johnson “sat in judgment,” as it were, at the state capitol, ‘ yes- terday, when he heard the arguments of Lynden A. Smith, as attorney for the state, in the charges preferred against County Auditor Wilmann, Commissioners Sibley, Wright and Danaher, E. E. McDonald appear- ing for Mr. Wilmann, and P. J. Russell representing Sibley and Wright. The hearing was commenced at 10 o’clock in the forenoom and was not concluded until 2 p. m. Mr. McDonald stated that he had withdrawn from tbe case.of A. W, Danaher, but he desired that that fact should not in the least be pre- judicial to the guilt or innocence of Mr. Danaher, in so far as he had appeared. He argued the charges preferred against Mr. Wilmann at considerable length. Mr. Russell argued the defense of Messrs. Sibley and Wright, making his points as brief and concise as possible. Assistant Attorney General Smith appeared on behalf of the state and stated the charges and what he con- sidered were the main points con- nected therewith. Governor Johnson took the cases under advisement, and will probably not render a decision for a week or ten days. - The governor has the power to remove any or all -of the officials mentioned. Order to Show Cause in Fire Cases. An order to show cause was se- cured from Court Commissioner M. G. Slocum yesterday by John P. Coleman, attorney for the State Forestry Board, in the case of the State vs. the Crookston Lumber com- pany, which case was appealed from the -justice court, wherein the Crookston Lumber company was charged with failing to properly patrol certain portions of its logging railroad. fair of 09 a big success. Is Local news on last page. The Bazaar Store 18 The Place to Buy Your Fall Suit or Coat The Celebrated “Printzess” is a synonym of Quality and Distinction in Dress. and most satisfactory products of the loom are fash- ioned into the Printzess Garments. Come In and inspect our handsome line of Ladies’ and Misses’ Suits and Coats.- Also Coats for the Little Folks. To Wear a Pfintzess Garment TO BE Correctly Clad THE BAZAAR STORE PHONE 42 The nobbiest and This case was tried about a month BIG GAME PLE Carlos Avery, Executive Age That there are many caribou, as well as moose, ranging in the coun- try north and northeast' of Red Rake is a fact which has been proven by actual observations during the past six months. While it is not generally known throughout the state, that there are many caribou in the low lands north of Upper Red lake, still the settlers adjacent to the lake have known for some time that large herds of cari- bous have roamed from the Rainy river, south to Red lake. Recently, Carlos Avery of St. Paul, executive agent for the Game & Fish commission, made a personal visit to both Upper and Lower Red lakes and traversed the Deer river at the north shore to the big bog north of the lake. “We ran across thousands of caribou tracks, and in many places there were paths beaten into the earth, showing that hundreds of the animals had been passing to and fro; and the marks were all fresh. I am satisfied that these animals will remain there for a long time, or at least until that country is drained, as it is a natural feeding ground for them. “There is a large quantity of what is known as ‘reindeer moss,’ which is the one food they like. Mr. Avery was accompanied by NTIFUL IN .UPPER RED LAKE COUNTRY nt State Game and Fish Com- mission, Visited Spots Where Caribou Roam.— Indian Not Naturally Game Hog. Albert Smith, an old trapper and hunter, and was givenfevery oppor- tunity to note game conditions in that section. When he returned to Bemidji, Mr. Avery said concerning his observa- tions at Red lake: “There are large numbers of caribou as well as moose inhabit- ing the woods and the bog north of Red lake, a fact which I am fully convinced from what I saw up there. “It is to be hoped that the Indians and north-country settlers will co- operate with the Game and Fish commission in preserving these herds of caribou, as there are not many of these animals left in the United States.” While Mr. Avery was at Red Lake Indian agency, he was assured by - W. H. Bishop, superintendent in charge of the agency, that the Indian was nota ‘‘game hog” in the sense that the State Game and Fish commission had been lead to believe. Mr. Bishop stated that the Indians rarely killed many deer or moose unless they used the same for food; that they did not make a practice of selling venison and moose meat, and it would be no trouble to induce the Indians to be one of the best observ- ers of the game laws in the State of Minnesota. ago before Justice F. L. Patton of Wilton, and the lumber company was found guilty and fined $75 and costs. At the trial it was alleged that the lumber company had failed to properly patrol 1ts logging road from Wilton to Fowlds and by reason of such failure several bad fires resulted, which originated from sparks from the engine hauling the logging train on this road. The order was made returnable the first day of district court, which will be held in this city Tuesday. Food Sale Saturday. The Ladies of the Episcopal Guild will hold a food sale at the Corman- ton & Hanson drug store, Saturday afternoon. Call at Fourth street entrance from 2 until 5. RAILROAD GOMMISSION T0 HEAR RED LAKE GASE M., R. L. M. Claims It was Unable to Place Automatic Couplers on Its Trains. St. Paul Pioneer Press: A busy month is ahead of the state railroad commissioners. Hearings on com- plaints of almost every kind, such as depot facilities, dangerous crossings, platforms and everything else except classand commodiiy rates, will be held almost every day. One of the commissioners in looklng at the cal- endar remarked that the work ahead almost made him wish they were back holding hearings on the rate cases. Next Monday a hearing will be held on the application of the Minneapolis, Red Lake & Mani- toba for an extension of the time when it must begin obeying the automatic coupler law. This law, passed by the last legislature, requires the equipment of all trains with automatic couplers, but this road insists that it was unable to comply with the law. The law became effective July 31. The next day the commission will have a hearing at Grand Rapids on the complaint of the Itasca Lumber company that rates on ties and other forest products are too high, Additional local matter on last page. CLASSIFYING LANDS ON RED LAKE RESERVATION Pat Kennedy and His Corps of Men "Have About Completed Their Labors. The work of examining and classi- fying the timber and agricultural lands on the deminished Red Lake Indian reservation has been com- pleted, and soon the department at Washington will have reliable estimates on which they can base the allotting of lands to those of the Red Lake tribe who have made application for allotment. This estimation and classffication of the iand on the Red Lake reser- vation was necessitated by applica- tion for allottments which began a year ago and were made by members of the Red Lake band under the provision of the Steenerson law. A suggestion has been made, and will probably eventually be followed, showing that these allotments would divide into two parts, each contain- ing equal tracts of timber and agri- culture land, and it is for the purpose of definitely determining just which is agriculture and which are timber lands that the present estimating corps have performed this work during the past summer. Pat Kennedy has been in charge of this work and he has had three cruisers and three compass men in his employ. There are some 450,- 000 acres of land which have been examined. The examination began on July 1. At last winter’s session of congress an appropriation of $100,000 was made, to be used in the preservation of timber of all the Indians in the United States; and the paying for the work of estimating and classify- ing the land of Red Lake reserva- tion will be made from this sum of $100,000. To Detroit and Return $12.00. Via the South Shore in connection with steamers of the D. & C. Line. Excursions leave Duluth on Night Express Sept. 15th, 17th, 19th, 22nd. Rate to Toledo $12.50, Cleveland $13.50, Buffalo $14.00. Apply early for reservation to A. J. Perrin, General Agent, * Duluth, Minn. ISTORICAL s