Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, November 30, 1909, Page 1

s Historical Society, 'THE BEMIDJI DAILY PIONEE TR VOLUME 7. NUMBER 191. BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA, TUESDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 30, 1909. FORTY CENTS PER MONTH. CITY COUNCIL BORDEAU’S APPLICATION At Request of Special Indian Officer, Gilbert Bordeau’s Application for Saloon License Is Unanimously Re- jected.—Special Officer Makes Charges. Without a dissenting vote, the city council has refused the applica- tion of Gilbert Bordeau for city license to sell intoxicating liquors in the building known as the Park Hotel, the refusal of the application being voted at the request of H. A. Larson, special officer of the Indian service, who filed a protest in pur- suance to instructions from William E. Johnson, chief officer of the Indian seryice for the suppression of the liquor traffic among the Indians. Bordeau’s application came up at the meeting of the council held last evening, in consideration of routine business, and before a vote was taken on the application, the protest of Mr. Larson was read and considered. Mr. Larson stated that pursuant to instructions from William E. Johnson, he requested the council not to grant the application of Bordeau for several reasons. One of the reasons given by Mr. Larson was that the building in which Bordeau desired to en- gage in the sale of liquor was out- side the beat usually covered by the police of the city, where Bor- deau, if he so desired, could easily furnish liquor to Indians; and also that the character and reputation of Bordeau was such as not to guarantee that he would not sell liquor to Indians. Mr. Larson also stated that there were indications that Bor- deau was being backed by Frank Gagnon; also that one of the bondsmen was not owner of suffi- cient property to be a good and sufficient surety. As Frank Gagnon had been im- plicated in a charge of selling liquor to Indians, reference to Gagnon possibly being the backer of Bordeau had considerable weight with the council, and REFUSED reasons, resulted in the council unanimously voting to reject the application. It was the sentiment of the coun- cil that the city should co-operate in every way possible with the special officers of the Indian de- partment in supressing the sale of liquor to Indians, and the action taken last night was in keeping with the determination of the council. The council transacted consider- able routine businesss at this meet- ing. A batch of bills, including the city payroll of $829.99 were allowed. The fire department filed a bill against the city for money due for four fires, as follows: At Good- man’s cement plant, $56; at Gullick- son’s, $17; at Sherwood’s, $34; at Eric Nelson’s, $15; making a total of $122, which were allowed. It was the sense of the council that George Knott be requested to renew the contract which his deceased wife had with the city to care for the city poor, when his accounts could be allowed. The bill of A. A. Warfield for abatement of sewer tax was allowed. The application of Edwin Gearlds U. 8. ASSISTANT ATTY. SAYS BEMIDJI IS “0. K. William E. Johnson, in Charge of Special Officers, Expresses Himself Favor- ably Toward Bemidji. E. S. Oakley of St. Paul, former register of the U. S. land office at Cass Lake, and who is now assistant United States district attorney, was in Bemidji today, and in speaking of the closing of the saloons in what is termed the “Indian country” under the provision of the treaty of 1855, said: “William E. Johnson, the special officer who is in charge of the campaign to suppress the liquor traffic among the Indians of Minne- sota, pays Bemidjia very high com- pliment on the manner in which the citizens of Bemidji, and more especi- cally the larger portion of the saloonkeepers, are co-operating with the special officers in keeping liquor from the red wards of the government who are inhabitants of the Red Lake, Leech Lake and Cass Lake Indian reservations. “Mr. Johnson said that Bemidji is the best town in the so-called ‘Indian country’ in this respect; that the city council here has did all in its power to keep undesirable people from securing licenses; and that, if this attitude is maintained, there will be little likelihood that the sa- loons of Bemidji will be closed by the special officer of the Indian de- for liquor license was received and read and ordered published. The report of the municipal court for the week showed fines of $11 paid to the city treasurer. Ordinance No. 34, establishing a new grade on the hill between 11th and 13th streets, was given its third reading and passed. This ordinance cuts down that portion of the grade at the point of the hill some three feet. The water committee was in- structed to test the meter at the Challenge hotel and ascertain if the water rate given to the proprietor of the place was correct, complaint be- coupled with Mr. Larson’s other ing made to the council that the rate was excessive. famous 116 Third Street “ When You Have a Prescription You want it accurately filled and with the purest of drugs. Ask your physician about the quality and the medicinal value of the PARK, DAVIS & COMPANY DRUCS used in our prescription department, which drugs we guarantee to be of the highest standard, and handled only by competent druggists, which insures purity and accuracy. City Drug Store E.N.FRENCH & coO., Phone 52 The Head of We keep things moving along the comfortable lines in this store by sell- ing good, dependable goods. To have you be- come a steady customer— a friend—who will come to us when in need of any- thing in our line is our ambition, and in no way can we influence you in our direction so strong as by selling you good, de- pendable merchandise. We buy and sell stoves— various kinds—all sorts of prices—but among the bunch, in ALL the MAR- KET, we can find no range the equal of Beckwith's ROUND OAK CHIEF. In - material, workman- ship, and fine working qualities, it simply sur- asses anything of its Eind. It stands at the head of the steel range procession and an exami- nation—a thoroughinspec- tion—a rigid comparison —will prove it the best— the highest grade range made. This explains one item—about keeping things moving in this stove comfortable like. You are invited to see the Chief, and get the de luxe booklet illustrating and describing it. It is free. ." W. M. HARDWARE, FURNITURE, COAL, Furnaces and Tinsmithing the Procession il ROSS partment.” Probate Court. Nov. 26, Estate of Hilma Aron- son, Petition filed praying for the appointment of Dr. S. H. Cor- rigan of Newfolden, Minn., as special administrator. Petition was granted by the court and Dr, Corrigan, after duly qualifying as such special administrator, entered upon the duties required of him. Estate of Harry Smith, Petition for administration of estate filed and order and citation were issued and the date of the hearing set for December 27 at 10 o’clock a. m. Nov. 27. Estate of Anders Anderson. Finalaccount of Julius J- Olson, administrator in said estate, was filed and order allow- ing same was issued and filed. The final decree assigning residue of the estate ta the proper heirs was issued. Notice to the Public. Notice is hereby given and the public is hereby warned not to cash the following orders or notes: One town order, No. 273, issued Nov. 23 in favor of Jacob Chirs- tenson for $27.37. One promissory note dated August 11, in favor of Puposky Mercantile Co., for $93.35. One school order No. 102 on Dis- trict 108, in favor of Harry Wilcox, said order dated October 10 and drawn for the sum of $10. The above orders and notes were taken from the store by the robbers on the 25th day of November and are still the property of the Puposky Mercantile company. Respectfully, —Puposky Mercantile Co. K. P. Meeting This Evening. Regular meeting of Bemidji Lodge, K. of P., Tuesday evening, at Masonic Hall. There is business of importance, and every knight should be present. D. D. Miller, C. C. Band Rehearsal Tuesday Evening. All members of the Bemidji Band are requested to be at the rehearsal Tuesday evening as it will be the last rehearsal before the concert which will be given Thursday eyen- ing. Rehearsal will commence promptly at 8 o’clock. V. L. Ellis, Manager Band. Additional local matter last page. on FINE PROGRAM FOR ELK MEMORIAL DAY Bemidji Lodge, No. 1052, B, P. 0. E., will Parlicinat@in Annual Services, Sunday ;Dmmber 5. TRACY BANGS OF GRAND FORKS TO DELIVER MEMORIAL ADDRESS The Vocal and nstrumental Musical Program wil§.5e Especially At- tractive a_e\d Appropriate. IN MEMORIUM GEORGE A. MARKHAM Born Nov. 9, 1885 Died Aug. 28,1908 (Charter Member Bemidjt Lodge) L | PATRICK A. WALSH Born Sept. 19, 1855 Died Nov. 4, 1908 “The faults of our brothers we ‘write upon the sands, Their virtues upon the tablets of love and memory." Preparations are being made by Bemidji Lodge, No. 1052, B. P. O. Elks, to observe in a fitting manner the annual memorial Sunday, on Sunday December 5, and indications point to the services being the most impressive ever held Minnesota. in northern The mem orial committee consists of F. S. Lycan, exalted ruler; Judge Marshall A. Spooner, Judge C. W. Stanton, E. H. Jerrard, past exalted ruler; and John C. Parker; and this committee has arranged a program which for real worth has never been equaled by any Elks’ lodge in this section. The committee has secured Hon. Tracy Bangs of Grand Forks, N. D., to deliver the memorial address, and the North Dakota gentleman has promised one of the best speeches of his career for the memorial exercises to be held in Bemidji. Mr. Bangs is known over the northwest as one of the best, if not really the very best, orator in North Dakota, and as an Elk he is high in the councils of the order. Norman P. Black, a famous singer of Grand Forks, will accompany Mr. Bangs and will sing several appro- priate selections at the services. Masten’s orchestra has been engaged for the occasion and will furnish some special music. The exercises will be held in the city hall, beginning at 3:30 p. m., and prior to that hour all local and visiting Elks will meet in the Masonic hall and march in a body to the city hall. A general invitation is extended to all Elk Jodges adjacent to Bemidji to attend and participate in the exercises and a splendid welcome will be extended to all the visiting brethern. The general public is also in- vited, and it is more than likely that the hall will be crowded next Sunday. The first Sunday in December is observed by all the lodges of Elks throughout the United States as a memorial day, when services are held commemorating the memory of brothers who have gone beyond, and it is imperative that all Elks should attend these services. Bemidji Lodge, No. 1052, B. P. O. Elks, has lost two members, George A. Markham and Patrick A, Walsh, a record of whose death is given at the beginning of this column. DRAMATIC WORK OF THE GOMPANY WAS STRONG Maude Henderson’s Troupe Made Hit DEAD BANDIT AND “PAL” KNOWN IN OTTERTAIL CO. Last Night.—“Young Mrs. Winth- |Swan Johnson’s Companion, on Night of Fatal Fight With Officers, Was Undoubtedly ““Al.” Vandecar, Alias “Leonard, Experienced Crackesman. rop” Bill for Tonight. Last night the Maud Henderson Company presented “Over The Ridge” as their initial play of a week of repertoire at the City Opera House, and if last night’s perform- ance was any criterion of plays 5 IRENE ST. CLAIRE. outlined for the balance of the en- gagement, we are to have an excep- tional list of enjoyable evenings. “Over The Ridge” is a strong story of the Tennesee Hills during the re-construction days just succeed- ing the Cival War. In additionto a well woven plot there are several strong scenes al- lowing of great dramatic interpreta- tion. Tonight Eugene Walter’s greatest success, “Young Mrs. Winthrop,” is underlined. The entre act special- ties will be changed at each evening performance. A pleasing feature of the enter- tainment last night was the music furnished by Prof. Harry Masten’s orchestra, which rendered many popular up-to-date selections and was generously applaused. BLACKDUCK Blackduck, Nov. 29-— (Special correspondence of the Pioneer.) Mr. Garwood’s brother’s wife is here for a visit. J. C. Parker visited with his family last week." Jesse Dade returned home from Littlefork Saturday night. Mrs. C. O. Peterson was down from Northome Wednesday night, Mrs. James Reed was down from Funkley on Friday to do some shopping. The young people of the High school enjoyed a sleigh ride party Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. N. Healy were en- tertained at the C. W. Dudley home on Thanksgiving day. Miss Johnson is enjoying 2 Thanksgiving visit from her sister, who teaches in Virginia, Minn, Miss Laurie of Brainerd spent Thanksgiving vacation here with her sister, Miss Katherine Laurie. The fire department was called out Thursday, but the fire proved to be Ratican’s chimney burning out. A brother and sister of Mrs. R. W. Mereserean arrived last week from their home in Missouri for a short visit, The schools were closed for Thanksgiving day only this year, The attendance on Friday was quite small, Mrs. Anderson of Bemidji came up Monday night for a week’s visit with her daughter, Mrs. Albert Dickinson. The Lincoln Study Club met on last Monday night with Mrs, Al Dickinson. Besides the regular lesson, a piano solo by Miss John- son and a violin solo by Miss Winegart were much enjoyed, The monthly meeting of the Missionary society met Monday Coroner's Inquest This P. M. An inquest on the body ot Swan Johnson, deceased desperado, was held this afternoon at Coroner Ibertson’s morgue, beginning at 2 o’clock, Full particulars will be given in tomorrow's Pioneer. Deputy Johnson Improves Slightly. This afternoon, Dr. Gilmore re- ported to the Pioneer, relative to the condition of Deputy Sherift Andrew Johnson: “Mr. Johnson is resting easily: ex- presses himself as feeling comfort- able. Temperature 99 4-5; pulse 80; respiration 27. His condition is markedly improved. Chances for recovery materially increased.” That Swan Johnson, the dead bandit, and his fugitive “pal” who blew the safe at Puposky and after- wards engaged in a deadly combat with local officers, were men who had lead a desperate career for many years and were experienced safeblowers, has been ascertained through the officials of Ottertail county, who have not only identified Johnson, but who are also confident that they know the fugitive bandit, and are acquainted with his record. John C. Halvorson, marshal at Henning, the old home of Johnson, and deputy sheriff of Ottertail county, arrived in Bemidii last even- ing for the purpose of a(’tendinz the inquest on the body of the dead bandit, and to identify him if pos- sible, Halvorson at once recognized Johnson; and the Henning officer corroborates the telegram from Fer- gus Falle which was printed in yes- terday evening’s Minneapolis Jour- nal relative to Johnson and his desperado “'pal,” which isas follows: “Fergus Falls, Minn., Nov. 29.— Swan Johnsen, the dead bank rob- ber, had a criminal history in this county. He lived in a shanty close to the Soo track, a short distance north of Henning. He had been in jail here on two or three occasions. Some years “ago, his barn burned, two mules perishing in the fire. He sued the railway company, claiming the fire caught from an engine, and later settled on advantageous terms. Then his house burned, and it is said that again he did not lose any- thing. “Johnson had been living with a man whose real name is Vandecar, but who has also been known as Smith, alias Al chnard. ‘This man, then giving his name as Smith, was convicted on the charge of blowing a safe in Henning and sentenced to state’s prison from this city a few years ago. He served his sentence and took the name of Leonard after he came out. “Officers have suspected that he aud Johnson were engaged in bank burglaries in the eastern part of the county, and when Sheriff Billings took offica a year ago, he warned Leonard that if there were any further bank robberies ;in this county, he and Johnson would be called upon to answer. Since then there has been nothing doing in this line here. “Johnson and Vandecar left Hen- ning only a few days ago, the latter stating thathe was going to Red Lake Falls. It may be that he has gone there, or he may have gone on to Puposky with Johnson. If it should prove that he is the missing bandit there is likely to be more bloodshed before he is taken, as he is a man of great determination. In any event, this county will be re- lieved to know that the two men are gone.” Mr. Halvorson, the Henning of- ficer, has talked with local parties who have a description of the man who was seen in company with John- son previous to the Puposky robbery, and from information given, he is certain that Johnson’s companion on the fatal night was none other than Vandecar, alais Leonard; but as to how he made his escape from this section is a2 mystery which no one volunteers to solve, although some clues are being quietly followed, and may result in his apprehension. evening at the home of Dr, and Mrs. Freeburg. The home mis- sion topic *‘The Mexicans” the foreign being the beginning of the book ““The Moslem World.” After an interesting program doughnuts and coffee were served. The Fireman's Annual Mas- querade Ball given on Wednesday night, drew a large crowd and ac- cording to the opmion of many, the customes were the best in number, variety, beauty and idea, that they ever have been. The “Gold Dust Twins” were repre- sented perfectly, while the «“Whole Damm Family” was well carried out and caused much merriment, There were no prizes offered this year, A CARLOAD OF COLORADO APPLES IN BUSHEL BOXES ; They excel in quality any apples ever seen in Bemidji. Price $2.00, $2.25 and $2.50 per box Wine Sap, Gano and Jonathans. Send in your orders. Select Burbank Potatoes Thoroughly sorted before being binned in the basement, per bushel...... Price, per bushel............ 3¢ 30¢ Mixed varieties, treated in the same way. 7 large bars of Soap for 25¢. SHOES In the shoe line we have ladies’ shoes from $1 to $3.50, also splendid bargains in men’s and boy’s shoes. A large and complete line of rubber foot- wear, dry goods, ladies’, men’s and children’s under- wear. Our line is very reasonable in price. It will pay you to give the goods a thorough inspection. W. G. SCHROEDER Phone 65 and 390 Corner Fourth and Minnesota MINNESOTA | HISTORICAL SOCIETY.