Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, September 16, 1909, Page 1

Fair of '09, Bemidii, Weddesday, Thurs THE BEMIDJ1 D day o and *'Fr* a, September 15, 16 and 17. S()ClE"Y PIONEER: VOLUME 7. NUMBER 128. BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA, THURSDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 16, 1909. FORTY CENTS PER MONTH. SECOND DAY OF THE FAIR HAS BEEN GOOD SUCCESS Day,” and There Was a Notable This Was “Farmers’ Array of Speakers.—Race Program Was Carried Out With FAIR PR out Hitch. OGRAM. Friday, September 17—"‘Everybody’s Day.” The forenoon will be given over to the awarding of premiums and Children will be admitted free on this day. | prizes. 1:30 p. m.—Thrilling balloon ascension and parachute leap by Prof. George H. Webster of Chicago, Ill. 2 p. m.—Races. Prince Hal, record 2:06}, pace d by running horses, will attempt to lower the track harness record of 2:13%. Running race, ponies fourteen hands high and under. Five-Mile Motorcycle Race. Free-for-all foot race, 100-yard dash. Fat men’s race, 50 yards. more. Shetland pony race, girl riders. Five-mile Automobile Race. Parti icipants must weigh 210 pounds, or From Prof. Moors, of Wisconsin [\gricultural Collage. “From a strictly agricultural standpoint, the Beltrami county fair sur- passes any fair so far visited by me this fall, and I have had an opportun- ity to visit not less than a dozen fairs this year," said R. A. Moore, pro- fessor of agronomy of the Wisconsin College of Agriculture, who is visiting the fair. “The display of farm products, point, far exceed the average, and ca: all. from a quantity and quality stand- nnot help but win the admiration of “Every student and teacher in Bemidji and nearby towns will find the fair a great educator, and all sho uld grasp the opportunity of attend- ing. No lesson so important conld be given the youth of Beltrami county as that to be gained by a thorough examination of the farm products at this fair. “The city and country people should aid in attending and thereby show their appreciation for the great work that the fair management have accomplished in putting up one of the greatest exhibitions of farm pro- ducts that was ever shown at a county fair, anywhere." The annual fair of the Beltrami County second day of the fourth Agricultural association opened this morning under most favorable con- ditions. The exhibits had about all been placed, and the main building was fairly weather was perfect; the jammed with the finest array of agricultural exhibits, fruits, fancy articles, school work, etc., etc, ad lib., and the crowd at the grounds was prepared for a day’s enjoyment, anticipating much from the program that has been prepared. The attendance this forenoon was very light, but towards noon country people .began to arrive and there was a fair crowd, shortly after dinner. The forenoon was devoted to the judging of the horses, cattle and other stock that had been placed on exhibition, there being a very fair exhibit. The judges were Prof. R. A. Moore, Madison, Wis.; Prof. T. A. Cooper, St. Paul; Prof. A. J. Mc- Guire, Grand Rapids; Prof. A. D. Wilson, St. Paul; and the gentlemen complimented the owners of the animals on the start they were making in that line of farming. The Farmers Meeting” which was held in front of the grand stand, beginning at 1:30, brought out quite a crowd, and the speakers gave very good “talks” on the subjects assigned to them, they answering many ques- tions to impart all information pos- sible as to the proper methods of up- to-date farming. The speeches were highly enter- taing; and the visit of the gentle- men to this section will result in much good to the farming industry. (A full account of this meeting will be published in tomorrow’s Pioneer. The race program was an interest- ing one, and some of the contests were very exciting. The results will be given in tomorrow’s paper. The exhibits which are being shown at the county fair would convince the most skeptical that the soil of Beltrami county is raising of all kinds of agricultural products, especially vegetables, grain and grasses, On every hand, in the main building, there is displayed samples of the best corn and all kinds of products and everything shown is well developed and a splendid specimen. Thisis especi- ally true of the vegetables. There are several varieties of corn which many have contended could not be raised successfully in this county. There is dént corn that is equal to any raised in any part of this state. There are a number of varieties shown that one would think could not possibly be raised in this county. Especially is this true of melons of which a large number is shown, which are fully developed, are “ripe” and very tempting. One of the things which attract Douglas Lodge, Itasca State Park. especial attention are ‘‘garden” lemons and oranges, a new thing for this county. The School Exhibits. The Bemidji schools, under the direction of Miss Donaldson, has an elegant display of drawing, em- bracing a large number of subjects. The work is the production of the school during the years of 1908-°09, and when it is taken into considera- tion that it is less than two years since this class- of work was taken seriously in the local schools, great credit is due to those in charge. The grammer grades have some very able drawings representing still life; also nature work, being native flowers and plants. There are also works in different lines by the other grades. There is work representing native birds, stained glass, wall paper, much of which torical nature and very beautiful. There is much typical work which is illustrated by crayon work, pen drawing, charcoal and lead pencil work; free-hand cutting and bind- ing of booklets. One of the best exhibits of 21l is a “‘Story of Minnesota,” by mem- bers of the Sixth grade, This represents a booklet, cut the shape of a drawing of the map ot Minnesota. The primary children have eon display some charcoal work repre- senting scenes at the north pole, This is the work of the first year children and very clever. There is also hand weaving of baskets and mats, which are made out of raffi and rattan, There are sev- eral exhibits of yarn weaving rep- resenting hammocks, which were made by the first-term Third grade pupils, This exhibit 1s a very striking testimonial to the ability of Miss Donaldson. [Continued on Last Page.] is ot his-| CONDITION IS SERIOUS Rochester, Minn., Sept. 26.---(Special to Pioneer,)--- It was stated, at 8:30 this morning, by the house physi- cian at St. Mary's hospital, __ GOVERNOR JOHNSON. that Governor Johnson’s con- dition was much improved. The governor passed a restiess night, but every hope is entertained for his recov- ery, if he geis through the next twelve hours without a sinking spell Rochester, Sept. 16.-- 1 p. m---(Special fo Pio- neer.)---Following the bulle- in, bearing the signature of Dr. Wiliiam J. Mayo, issued at 9 o'clock this morning, concerning the condition of Governor Johnson, the follow- ing was given to the public: “‘Governor Johnson was in a precarious condition at 3 o'clock this morning, hut rallied. His temperature is 99 and his pulse 105. ““Governor Johnson is con- scious and very cheerful, but his condition s extremely grave. Physicians helieve that the real fest will be tonight, and if he survives that ap- |proaching crisis he will, they think, recover.” Band Dance Tonight. The Bemidji Band will give a grand popular dance tonight at the armory at which music will be furnished by the full band. Everybody is cordially invited to come and enjoy themselves. The best of music will be furnished and the best of order will be manitained, Local news on last page. Itasca park, the state forest reser- vations at the headwaters of the Mississippi, is going to be made one of the most beautiful summer re- sorts in the United States. Nature { has coatributed her full quota, and the state board of forestry has agreed to do its share, says P. J. Russell of this city, who is a mem- ber of the forestry board and who attended the meeting held last week, A total of $2,000 has been ex- pended upon the reserve of 2,100 acres this summer, and the state board has authorized the expendi- ture of $2,000 more in improvement. The construction of new fire brake will take a part of this amount, and the work will be started at once. Former Governor Lind, S. M. Owen and M. M. Williams of Little Falls have been given an extension of two years to their term as mem- bers of the board. The board mem- bers were appointed by the governor in 1907 for a term of four years, but as this plan would retire the whole board at one time, three of the mem- bers were granted six-year terms. Thomas J. Davis of Duluth, who represents the game and fish com- mission op the board, gave notice of his resignation, and Zar. D. Scott FORESTRY BOARD IS TO IMPROVE THE STATEPARK { Intention of Board to Make Park Most Attractive Summer Resort in State.—P. J. Russell Was Present at the Mecting. ) | of Duluth was recommended for the i vacancy. A report on the school of for- estry at the park was read. There are at present thirty pupils en- rolled, and several cottages were buiit ai the park this summer. Martin Heinzelman has had charge of Douglas lodge, at the park, and the lodge has been con- ducted in a fine manner by Mr. and Mrs. Heinzelman, the -latter being an especially delightful hostess. Another proposition which has been considered pretty thoroughly is the knocking out of the Bagley- Itasca Park road appropriation by the famous ¢“pork barrel” decision; and it is the belief of the members of the board that the appropriation for this road can be made to “‘stick,” despite the decision. Mr. Russell is already proving what the Pioneer claimed for him, one of the most efficient members of the forestry board. He has had much experience in the woods since he came to Bemidji to live, in the the pioneer days of this city, and he is a valuable addition to the membership. “IN WYOMING” PLEASED BIG GROWD LAST NIGHT This Splendid Company Will Play at City Opera House Againi* This Evening. “In Wyoming” was given at the City Opera house last night to one of the best-pleased audiences that ever assembled in the local play- house. The play was by far the best ever given here. The company will play here again tonight, and they should be greeted by a packed honse, as they certainly deserve it. In speaking of the play and the company, the Duluth Evening Herald says: “‘In Wyoming’ a play that holds a strong local intesest, inasmnch as Willard Mack is the author, and Harry Pierce aud James Morrisey, two Duluth young men, are the especially well adapted to .the Dry Goods, Carpets, Rugs and Linoleums. First Door East of Lumbermens Bank THE RIGHT PLACE TO BUY YOUR] FALL CLOAKS AND SUITS We Have an Entire New Line of Merchandise Throughout. The Palmer Garment for Ladies, Children and Infants. All the Newest Novelties in Gents’ Furnishings, Clothing and Shoes. We have a large and the most complete line of merchandise of this kind in the city. O’Leary-Bowser Company owners of the clever play of Western ife, opened a very successful engage- ment of two nights at the Lyceum, last evening. “The story of the play scarcely needs to be given here, as the majority of playgoers are familiar with it, The enthusiasm with which the play was received by the large audience last night, shows plainly t t has not lost one whit of the interest it holds for local theatergoers. “In Wyoming' is one of the best of the Western plays that have been produced in this city. Its plot is not hackneyed, nor are time worn scenes and situations utilized in the construction ot the story, It is a fresh, vivid portrayal of the life and characters of the West in an earlier period, and as such it takes high rank among really worthy plays of Western life, «The scenic mounting of the play is all that could be desired, and in every way the production is one worthy of the reception that it received last evening. “Cecil Kirke played the part of Bob Rickerts, the hero, and brought a good stage presence and a pleasing voice to his acting of the leading role. Frank Patton, as Hank Jones, the inveterate toper, received a hearty reception from his Duluth friends. Nelson Leavitt, the villain of the play, depicted a cunning, re- morseless character, which earned the thorough dislike of the gallery. That’s the supreme test of a good villian. “George Thompson, Burt Crowell, Dean Selah, Phillip Kennedy, Miss Anna Gardner, Miss Cora Bennett and Miss Harriet Dunsmore, were all very good. In fact the produc- tion is adevuate in every detail.” Elk Meeting Thursday Night. A regular meeting of Bemidji Lodge, No. 1052, B. P. O. E., will be held on Thursday evening, Septem- ber 16, 1906, at Masonic Hall, Be- midji, at 8 o’clock. As there is much business of importance you should be on hand early. F. S. Lycan, E. R. M. S. Gillette, Sec.. MINNESCTA lsmmt:ALi |