Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, February 1, 1910, Page 1

- benefit PIONEE SOCIETY, VOLUME 7. NUMBER 243. ELECTRIC CO. TO REMOVE THE HIGH TENSION WIRES Will Help to Get Lower Insuramce Rates.—Bids Wanted for Furnishing Fire Team.—City Will Construct the Electric Light Arches. At last night’s meeting of the city council, the Warfield Electric com- pany was instructed to remove the high-tension wires alongthe highway between the bridge and the mill gate which it is alleged interfere with the lowering of the present insurance rates in the city. The company will make an effort to arrenge with the telephone company for the run- ning of wires on the telephone poles. If this matter cannot be arranged between the two companies, this highway will be in darkness for per- haps three or four months, at least untill the Soo right-of-way and the highway right-of-way have been definitely selected. The Warfield company is anxious to do anything and everything possible for the lowering of the insurance rates in this city and appeared before the cotincil last evening to secure per- mission to have the offending wires taken down. The water and light committee was instructed to make arrange- ments with the Warfield Bros. to build six arches on the streets of this city, which will be lighted and maintained by prcperty owners and merchants who are deriving the therefrom. ~ When these arches are all put up and lighted, Bemidji will probably be a better- lighted city than any of its size in the State of Minnesota. The city council also instructed the city clerk to advertise for bids for the purchase of a fire team, or rather a team for the fire depart- ment. This team is to weigh not over 3200 pounds, not to be over 5 years old, must be well matched, without blemishes, gentle, etc. The bids will not be opened for one week. All you men with horses that will do for fire team work and wish to dispose of same at a fair price should notify either the city clerk or the chief of the fire department. A committee of three, consisting of the city attorney, city engineer and clerk of the water board, were instructed to draw plans to have a book made in which to keep water records, this to be done within the next two or three weeks. T. McCarthy applied for transfer of his business place to sell in- toxicating liquors in the room ad- joining that which he now occupies. The council granted this request. The bills allowed were as follows: Dr. E. H. Smith, bandages and medicine.......c.oeun. $ 25 00 A. N. Gould, tobacco for Knott poor house.......... 470 M. F. Cunningham, labor, screws, nails, etc., for building stall, fire team.... 22 50 City payroll . 823 00 Warfield Bros., city llghnng and new lights.............. Warfield Bros., pumping and rent of transformers...... George Knott, caring for eleven poor.................. Mrs. Blakeslee, caring for three diphtheria patients to Jan. 3l..iciiieenvininns D. Whiting, 18% cords of wood to city hall........... 55 55 The alderman present at the meeting were Smart, Gould, Bisiar, Hanson and Johnson, Johnson act- ing as chairman. 314 63 140 00 53 25 31.85 BEGAME DESPONDENT AND DIED_BY HIS OWN HAND Edgar Hazen, a Brother of A. B. Hazen, Drank Carbolic Acid, With Fatal Effect. Despondent because an injured limb did not improve, and which made him almost a cripple, and worrying over his physical condi- tion, undoubtedly caused Edgar Hazen, aged 56, to rashly take his own life, by means of swallowing a large dose of carbolic acid yes- terday, at the homeof his daugh- ter, near Puposky, north of Be- midji. - Edgar Hazen, who is a brother of Shenff A. B. Hazen of this city, and whose home is at Parkers Prairie, Minn., came 'to Bemidji about two weeks ago, visiting here for several days at the home of his brother. He then went to Mon- tana, spending a few days visiting with relatives there. He came to Bemidji again, a week ago, and went to Puposky, to visit at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Wil- son,- at - Greely’s - Siding, near Puposky. ‘Mr. Hazen had been complaining ‘much of late as to the condition of his'left leg, which had been broken, about fifteen months ago, which was nog’ properly attended to and had to be broken over, causing him much path and suffering which apparently was to give him permanent worry anfl troubles; and he had on several ‘occasions of late averred that he ‘wotld probably “make away with ‘himself.” This statement had been ymade quite frequently during the :past week, but was not taken seri- wously by the relatives of Mr. Hazen. Mr. Hazen retired as-usual, night 'befl?re last, and nothing unusual was moticed as to his actions. Vesterday morning, a noise was ‘heard issuing from his room, and ‘when Mrs. Wilson entered she found ‘her father unconscious and suffer- ing. great pain. Death ensued shortly after the unfortunate man was found un- conscious. The body was brought to Bemidii, and will be taken to Parkers Prairie, the home of Mr. Hazen, for burial. Local relatives will accompany the body to its last resting place; and a daughter who lives in Montana has been sent word to go direct to Parkers Prairie for the obsequies, It is conceded that the dead man took his own life; and that worry over the fact that his limb was bothersome partially unseated his mind with the result that mitted suicide, drinking acid. he com- carbolic Cass Lake News. Cass Lake, Feb. 1.—(Special to 50, and one of the pioneer residents of Cass Lake died yesterday morn- ing, after a long illness with cancer of the stomach. The deceased is survived by a husband and one son. The funeral was held from the Methodist church this afternoon at 3 o’clock and the remains interred in the Cass Lake cemetery. The first regular meeting of the Cass Lake Agricultural association was held at Strawbridge hall and was attended by a large number of farmers living in this vicinity who are all very enthusiastic over the agricultural possibilities in their sandy soil. The farmers spoke principally on potato raising and in as much as they will have a ware- house it is their intention all to raise potatoes of ‘he same variety. They I;ave chosen Carmon No. 3 and fairbanks. Chris Juenks was elected president of the occasion and Fred Smith was elected secre- tary. Boy for *“Joe” Harrington. The cause for that expansive smile which adorns the face of Joseph Harrington today is that a son was bormn at his house and Mr. Harrington is especially well pleased with the advent of the new member of the family. Additional local matter on last page. e g s N Pior.eer.)—Mrs. A.S. Chahin, aged | Bosworth Moving Houses. H. F. Bosworth, the Ada con- tractor, is in Bemidji and will at once begin the moving of buildings which are located on the Soo right- of-way through the city of Bemidji. Mr. Bosworth has the contract to remove three of these, and hopes to secure the contract for taking the balance of the houses off the line which the Soo will grade in the city limits. It is expected that the entire right-of-way will be cleared of all constructions within a month. The steam shovel will begin grading within the city limits in the spring, probably early in March. Nate Carver Lost House. While Nate Carver, the Fosston logger,-was in the city last night, he received a telephone message that his residence in Fosston was burning and would undoubtedly be totally destroyed. Mr. Carver left immediately for Fosston, failing to state at what figure he placed his loss on the building, or whether he carried any insurance on his home. Moral: Insure with the T. J. Miller Insurauce Agency. Blackduck, January 30—(Special correspondence of the Pioneer.) Attorney Bunn T. Wilson attended to legal business in Mizpah Friday. Miller Jewett has been confined to the house with a case of measles. { Miss Helen South who has been ill with pneumonia -is reported a little better. Mrs. M. J. Leak’s! health is con- tinuing to improve, but she is not able to be out yet. J. H. Sullivan is the newly in- stalled chancellor commander of the Knights of Pythias. Mrs. William Highbv was up from her home near Hines Saturday and spent the day with Mrs. E. J. Tay- lor. A man was killed /in one of the camps at Mizpah last Thursday. He was engaged in loading logs and fell in such a manner that his skull was crushed. C. W, Jewett has 'been quite busy the last week dem@pstrating the Buick car. Two gentlemen from , FEBRUARY 1, 1910. Bemidji, Miller and McIver, were up for that purpose. p A masquerade carnival is to be held at the ice rink on Tuesday evening. The band is to furnish the music and some prizes are to be given for the best skating, The Class in English Literature’ gave a very pleasing program in the high room Tuesday evening. The PROMINENT MEN COMMEND TEN CENTS PER WEEK. DEVELOPMENT CONVENTION Impossible for U. S. Senators or Congressmen to Be Pres- ent.—Many State Officers, Senators and Representa- tives Will Attend the Meeting. occasion being the commeration of | the birthday of Robert Burns. This is the program as given: Song by the school, ‘‘Sweet Afton;” an introduction by Prof. Jardine; a Sketch ot the Life of Burns, Helen South, The following poems of Burns: To Mary in Heaven, Rose Zimmerman; To a Daisy, Fred Taylor; song by the school, “My Heart's in the Highland;” Tam O’Shanter, Allan Agnew; To a Mouse, Archie Jardine; A Review of a Cotter's Saturday - Night, Neliie Oliver; Quotations by mem- bers of the class; song by the school, ¢‘Auld'Lang Syne.” { Notice to Band Members. There will be band rehersal at the armory tonight at 8 o’clock sharp. V. L. Ellis, Manager Band. While it will be impossible for any of the U. S. senators or congressmen of Minnesota to be present at the development and reapportionment meeting, in Bemidji, February 17-18, it is certain that some of the most prominent people in the state, more especially state officers, and others of note who live in the northern section of the state from Brainerd northward, will attend and actively participate in the discussions of the many questions that will be put before the meeting for united action; with the hoped-for result of . getting together for the general betterment of northern Minnesota asa whole. Writing to W. R. Mackenzie, chairman of the assoaiation, the several to whom invitations have been extended say: at to patrons of this store. Goats to $20.00 at $7.50 higher priced. line, BEMIDJI PRE-INVEN $8 to $10 values...... $4-85 "T. J. Crane & Co. Women’s and Children’s Ready-to-Wear Garments Half Price Few women who aren’t ready to jump at the chance of getting a custom made suit fashioned by expert men tailors, of the best imported suitings, when they can get it at Half the regular price- Wednesday will in all liklihood be your last opportunity to profit . by this unusual offer that comes around at this time every year Swaggar Street Coats Goats to $25.00 at $11.50 fitting. undergarment. Goats to $35.00 at $13.50 Full length styles in:fine Broadcloths, Kerseys, Fashionable Wales, Diagonals, Ziberlines and Homespuns, some . fully lined with satin or peau de cyne; some partly lined and some unlined, as the character of theso materials demand.. Every coat strictly well tailored, according to the well known Crane & Co. standard. Unusual Skirt Offer, $8.75 Values to $20.00 Have you ever needed a Walking Skirt more in your life than dwing the past month? The weather wont improve just yet. This special offer comprises Voiles and Silks in black, Novelty Panamas and Worsteds as well as plain Serges .and Broadcloths. Former selling prices on these skirts range up to .$20. Fancy Silk Petticoats Jersey Tops—Taffetas ' and Brocaded Silks in black .and eveningg shades, a round up of Peiti Slips Tailor made . and perfect The only practical Fast colors. ‘Wash like muslin. \ $8 values............. lishment is to Low Prices the motive po The advant: are yours. eight coats to These price: reductions: 65¢ Hose 50c Hose . 25¢ Hose Bearskin and Plush. 20c Hose selling at . . . . . ORY SALE NEWS While the public are no‘more interested in a' store’s inventory than in a bamboo tree falling off Celestial’s roof, every feminine student of economy will be aroused to fresh interest in our House Cleaning Sales by the new Wednesday prices brought about by this stock taking event. twos and odd lots! that have lingered will not go down on our inventory sheets if prices will move them. The few quoted but: point the way to numberless others cut in like man- ner to reduce stocks to minimum prior to inventory. Last of the Custom Made Suits, “The onés and . Within a short time this entire estab- be cleared of all that per- tains to Winter. on High Quality :Goods is wer that does the work. age in price and quality School Girls’ Coats 2 (Sizes 8 to 14 Years) Kerseys, Cheviots, Tweeds: $8and $10 values........,.,:‘,..$3-85 small Children’s Coats Q 1 6 Yers) sell oy $1 -85 Hosiery s, the lowest of the year throughout the Hoisery stocks, justify economical women to lay by a year’s l supply. - These are just a sample of the $4.50 Black Silk Hose, em- $z 25 broidered in all colors.. $3.00 grades, pair .$1.50 Silk Hose, black $1.35 . 95¢ 50c 40c 15¢ 10c mmus’éou_; State Auditor Iverson: “I thank you cordially for your kind invita- tion to attend the- convention. I will be glad to be there on either day you select. I deeply appreciate the opportunity to assist in develop- ing that great empire, and to adver- tise its wonderful resources.” Congressman Lindbergh: “I re- gret my inability to be present, owing to my duties here (Washington). Wishing you and the association the best of - success.”. Senator Moses E. Clapp: “T re- gret lt will be impossible for me to attend, . You can assure the delegates- assembled of my hearty sympathy: with and co-operation in the movement.” "L.D. Brown, representative 48th, District, Little Falls: “I will be there to represent Morrison county.” Donald Robertson, ‘:ep;esentative 63d District, Argyle: “I hope you will be successful in your work.” (Mr. ‘Robertson - regrets he cannot come to the meeting.) J. J. Opsahl, representative 61st District, Bemidji: I enclose | names of delegates Red Lake and Clearwater counties, all of whom are wide-awake men who will push hard.” S. F. Alderman, state senator, 48th. District, Brainerd: “«I am heartily in favor of this movement and will do all I can towards sending a delegation from Crow Wing and Morrison counties’ to the meeting.” _John McGrath, representative 6oth District, Barnesville: I be- lieve that your meeting will result in doing a great deal to build up northern Minnesota.” Anton Borgen, representative of 50th District: " “Hope you will meet with success.” Andrew Engeset, chairman county board, Mohnomen county: ‘I heart- ily approve of this movement and shall take -pleasure in appointing men from Mahnomen county who will attend the convention.” ‘Many other - letters are being received which indicate that there will be a fine representation from all prts of the territory prescribed, all north of the “Northern Pacific rail- way. Important Meeting Modern Samaritans. Bemidji Council, No. 46, Modern Samaritans, will hold an important meeting Thursday eveniog, when it is expected that a number of the members of the imperial council will be present. A class of twenty-five candidates will be initiated into the mysteries of the order, at this meeting, and especial efforts will be made for a most successful session of the lodge. The credit for securing the class, we are informed is due to the untiring efforts of Mrs. A. W. Danaher. An explanation will be mode of the new reciprocal plan of insurance, adopted last June. " Fine Time for K. P.’s Tonight. There is undoubtedly “something doing” out of the ordinary scheduled for this eveniog at the Masonic hall - when the members of the .K. P. lodge will assemble for their usual meeting. % A ‘card bas been issued to the members of the lodge for the meeting - tonight, which contains the follow- ing:: “Stag . party; cards, lunch, smokes, etc.; big time.” Better turn_out. you knights, as the local K. P. Boys never do things by halves. ; A. Gilmour, the general mana- ger of the City Drug Store at Kel- liher, passed through the city this morning on his way from Kelliher to'the twin' cities on a business trip ‘for his' company, in which ohn Goodman of this city is inter- ested. MINNESOTA ISTORICAL