Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, April 29, 1910, Page 1

THE BEMIDJI DAILY PIONEER}: VOLUME 8. NUMBER 10. BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA, FRIDAY EVENING, APRIL 29, 1910. TEN CENTS PER WEEK. NEW DEPOT POSSIBLE FOR ALL THREE ROADS President Hill of Gireat Northern Writes That Engineers Are Already Dicussing Plans. CONFERENCE BETWEEN HILL AND PRES. ELLIOTT OF N. P. Will Mean Filling In Low Ground Be- tween Present Depots, and Improved Appearance. One large union depot, which will accomodate the Great Northern, Minnesota & International, and the “Soo’” railways, will probably be constructed at Bemidji. Bemidji is at last to have the whole lower end of the city, between the present depots, filled up by the railroad com- panies, the natural beauty and attractions of the city for the new arrival at Bemidji being increased immeasureably. A letter was received this after- noon from Louis W. Hill, president of the Great] Northern Railway, company, in which he said he had taken up the matter of a new station at Bemidji with President Elliott of the Northern Pacific, and that the engineers of the three roads would get together to see if a practicable plan could be arranged. W. R. Mackenzie, secretary of the Northern Minnesota Development association, wrote to Mr. Hill several days ago, asking that the Great Northern join with the M. & I. and the “Soo” in erecting a suitable union depot at Bemidji. Following is the letter received by Mr. Mac- kenzie today: “On Montana Division, Apr. 27, 1910. Wmn. R. Mackenzie, “Bemidji, Minnesota. “Dear Sir: “Upon receipt of your “Mr. letter of the 23rd, I took up question of new station at Bemidji with Mr. Elliott, president of the Northern Pacific railway, and our chief en- gineer will work with the Northern Pacifiic and “Soo” line engineers and see if a practicable plan can be arranged. “Yours truly, (Signed)*Louis W. Hill, “President.” This meaus that instead of a $20,000 station, such as was recently agreed upon by the M. & I. and the *“So00” railways, Bemidji will have a $40,000 or $50,000 depot, which will be a credit to the city. _In building such a depot for the three roads, it would be almost necessary for them to fill up the low ground between the present G. N. and M. & L depots, greatly bettering the appear- ance of that part of the city. RE-HEARING OF FREIGHT CASE ORDERED JUNE IST, Washington, April 29.—The case involving millions of dollars paid by flour maoufacturers of the north- west for freight shipments was ordered argued today by the inter- state commerce commission. Pend- ing the shearing of ‘arguments the commission suspended the effective date of its orders until such time as a decision on the re-arguments of the question involved should be reached. The order, handed down March 15, provided that the reduced rates should become eftective May 10, and should remain in effect for at least two years. Subsequently the railroads filed a petition for re-argu- ment urging that all the facts im- portant to the inquiry had not been developed. The commission granted the petition which received the sup- port of the New York millers. Arguments will be heard here June 1, at the offices of the commission, Mr. and Mrs. K. ‘K. Roe of Bemidji are visiting at Mr. Roe’s old home in Winger. MRS. 6IBSON EXPEGTED T0 REGOVER.---IS HERE Unfortunafe Victim of Husband's Cruelty Is Brought to St. Anthony Hospital at Bemidii. Mrs. J. C. Gibson, the woman who was so brutally shot at Kelliher Thursday night by her husband, the latter then committing suicide was brought to Bemidji this morning on a stretcher and take to the St. An- thony hospital. She stood the trip well and is exvected to recover. John C. Gibson, a former saloon keeper of Kelliher, had been in a sullen mood for several weeks, since bis wife commenced divorce pro- ceedings against him. They had separated, but while she was in their cottage Thursday evening, he found her and after a struggle, in which he shot at her but missed the first time, he succeeded in shooting her twice in the chin, and then ended his own life. Dr. Koch of Blackduck, who had charge of the case has turned Mrs. Gibson over to the care of Dr. E. H. Marcum of Bemidji. Dr. Marcum said this afternoon that, barring blood poisoning or other complica- tions, Mrs. Gibson would recover. The right side of her face is para- lyzed at present. M. E. Ibertson, the Beltrami county coroner, went to Kellieer last evening and held an inquest over the body of John Gibson, the verdict being suicide. No funeral arrangements have been made, the Kelliher authorities awaiting instruc- tions from Cibson’s mother, who lives at Little Lock, on the Sauk Center branch of the Great Northern. Mrs. Bane of Blackduck and B. 'F. Stewart of Kelliher, a cousin of John Gibson, accompanied Mrs. Gibson to the local hospital this morning. any price. Beach Nut Jelly at Beach Nut Preserves at ROE & MARKUSEN Have just received a fresh shipment of that popular brand BEACH NUT meats, etc., put up in glass jars. . . . This brand needs no introduction to Bemidji housewives. it's the best that can be bought for A few leaders are here- with mentioned: Beach Nut Sausageat ______._ .. ___...__..______ 20c, Beach Nut Beefat __..__________.. i — 20c to 30c Beach Nut Boned Herringat __________._..____._. 18¢c Beach Nut Shredded Codfish at __..........___.___ 18¢ Beach Nut Figs in Maple Syrup at __....._________ 20c Beach Nut Stuffed Dates ____________...._._..__. 35¢ Beach Nut Peanut Butter ._______________________ 35¢ They know Roquefort Pimento Summer Cheese Fresh Summer Green Goods and Fruits Radishes Leftuce Green Onions Tomatoes Strawherries Pineapple Bananas Oranges Apples Delivery Hours---Mornings, 8:30-10-11; Aitarnoons, 2:30-4-5:15. Canada Style McLearen’s Phones 206-207 SPORTING NOTES BEMIDJI VS. BAGLEY, BASEBALL TOMORROW Fast High School Team From Bagley After Scalp of Locals At Fair Grounds. Baseball fans of Bemidji are to be given an opportunity of seeing a real, live game Saturday afternoon, when the Bagley High school nine will come over with the determination of trimming up the team representing the local high school. “Prof” Robinson, - who coaches the Bemidji boys, has been out with his colts, cavorting over the diamond every day for the last few weeks, and gaining speed with every prac- tice. The diamond at the fair grounds, where Saturday’s game will be played, is getting packed down nicely and the field will be in pretty fair shape. Considerable changes will pro- bably be made in. the positions of the Bemidji men in the Bagley game, owing to the condition of several of the players. Hilliard, behind the mask, is a “'pippin,” clinching every- thing that comes in his direction. Gill, on the mound, throws a beauti- ful ball but is somewhat wild at times. However, he hopes to get better control before tomorrow after- noon. Some of the bags are weak, but the outfield is almost a sure proposition, and on the whole the Bemidji team looks pretty good. But Bemidji is not the only team with fairly good chances. Little breezes wafted from the west in- form us that Bagley has an ex- ceptionally strong infield and a tossing artist who leaves little work for his outfield ' supporters. The teams are evenly enough matched to insure a ‘good game. Business men are assured a contest worth at- tending if they leave their business an hour Saturday to “watch the kids.” While the men will be changed around more or less during the game, the Bemidji High school lads will play in the following positions at the start: Hilliard, c; Gill p; Neumann, lb; Larson, 2b; Spencer, ss; Brenneman (Captain), 3b; Knox, If, Bailey, cf; Ripple, rf; subs—Engels, McDonald, Elletson, Moritz and Weekly. The line-up of the Fosston team is not known yet. Information from Grand Rapids has just been received stating that the high school team there has dis- banded for the remainder of this season, no reason being mentioned. The Bemidji nine will play at Cass Lake onme week from. tomorrow. They have a game scheduled with Walker for May 21, and are trying to secure meets with Brainerd and Fosston, as well as return games with some of the other teams. GALL IS ISSUED FOR GITY BASEBALL MEETING To Gather at Fair Grounds Sunday.— “‘Butch” Keneally May Be Secured for Manager. A call for Bemidji baseball players has been issued by several “old timers,” headed by M. S. Gillette, who will act as temporary manager of the new team. Former ball art- ists of Bemidji and local fans been anxiously watching the season advance without seeing a team prac- ticing every night, and have finally taken the organization upon:them- selves until an outside man can be secured to manage the nine. Many of the new men at the saw- mills can play good ball, and all candidates-who wish to. make the Bemidji team this summer are wanted at the fair grounds at 2:30° Sunday afternoon. - Evening practice will be. held every night next - week until the iolloiin’ Sunday; when a game will be secured with Cass Lake at Be- midji, if possible. Mr. Gillette and other Bemldjl BELTRAMI GO. ASSESSOR RETURNS FALSE REPORT Over 1,000,000 Feet of Pine on Lands Reported as ‘‘Cut-Over.”—Action Is Delayed. Over 1,000,000 feet of white and Norway pine were found on three “forties” which had been reported as cut-over land worth about $100 per “forty” by the local assessor in one of the townships of Beltrami county, according to the statements of Supervisors of Assessors Otterstad and his assistant, W. H. Neudick, before the meeting of the Beltrami county assessors at the court house yesterday. Mr. Otterstad has been looking over the reports of the assessors made a year ago, under direction of the board of county commissioners: and located this discrepancy while examining a section in the disputed township. The board of commis- sioners have decided to do nothing in regard to this case until the re- ports of this spring’s assessors have been received in June, and refuses to disclose the name of the assessor who submitted false report. The county assessors were given their instructions by Auditor Hay- ner and their assessment books, which have just been listed and recheckod. Alleged Dynamiters Given Hearing. The cases against John Kling and wife, Indians, and Sam Hayes, the three persons: who were arrested last week on charge of dynamiting D. W. Carter & Sons’ store at Redby recently, were dis- missed ~this afternoon by Court Commissioner: :Slocum, on the grounds that the complaints did not state an offense, C. W. Scrutchin appeared for John Kling and his wife, and E. E. McDonald for Sam Hayes. Judge M. A. Spooner appeared for the state, County Attorney McKusick being absent frem the city, HOW BIG IS BEMIDJI? How Big is Bemidji? The census department of the Pioneer is receiv- ing daily any number of guesses as to the population of Bemidji. The first guess receéived was by Prof. A.P. Ritchie, whose figures were 5,223, The lowest possible estimate as to the population was turned in by William MeCuaig at 5100. The highest possible estimate received to date was the coupon turned in by Olive Ostrander, 511 Third street, population 7,075. The guessing contest is getting to be strenuous; so much so in fact that it has become impossible to publish all the guesses. Here are part of the guesses received: Olive Ostrander, 511 Third street, population 7,075. William McCuaig, Bemidji, popu- lation 5,100, £ Olive Ostrander, 511 Third street, population 6,900. Mrs. Hattie Ostrander, 511 Third street, population 7,035. Mrs. Hattie Ostrander, 511 Third street, population 6,006. Ralph Case, Bemidji, population 6,700. Ralph Case, Bemidji, population 6,500. Mrs. W. T. Sharp, 909 Mississippi, 6,990. Mrs. L. G. Crothers, population 6,500. Mrs. L. G. Crothers, population 5,963. Harry Johnson, 623 Minnesota, population 6,790. - Mrs, L: G. Crothers, population, 6,000. Nell McManus, Bemidji, popula- tion 5,485, Clyde J. Pryor, 421 Bemidn, popu-, lation 5,250, R.S. Monger, 5614 John Ave. Superior, Wu., population 5,850, W. R. Mackenzie, Bemid,i, popula- tion 5,151, Bemidji, Bemidji, Bemidji, Alfred Neumann, 1019 Beltrami, population 6,111, i mnulltipuej.g?i‘j A. P. Ritchie, 11007 Minnesota, Damages for Libel. A verdict of $4,500 against Sam Sutor, as proprietor and publisher of the Cass Lake Voice, for a libelous publication in regard to Attorney Charles Argall, also of Cass Lake, was returned by a Cass county jury in the district court at Walker this morning, The action was brought by Mr. Argall against Sam Sutor and E. L. Warren, but Judge McClenaban, who tried the case, dismissed the action against Mr. Warren. The jury in the Sutor case retired last evening and returned their verdiat of $4,500 damages this- morning. Judge Spooner of Bemidji prosecuted the case for Mr. Argall, and F. W, Smith of Cass Lake conducted the defense. The Swedih Ladies’ Aid will hold a food and apron sale at the auto garage Saturday afternoon, May 7. They will place on sale a fine line of fancy aprons, underskirts, etc. The people of this city are looking forward to the sale with muchinterest. The ladies will also serve a lunch during the afternoon and evening and extend a hearty invitation to all the ladies to bring their sewing and spend the afternoon. MASON'S GOLORED TROOP AT ARMORY TONIGHT Company K Secures Jubilee Singers as Entertainment for Bemidji Theatre Goers. Company K has secured the well known' Mason’s Jubilee 'singers for a concert at the armory -Friday night. An excellent singing program js assured. In g:elkxng of the recent appear- anoe of this troupe at Muskegon, Mich., the Muskegon -Daily News said, “‘Mason’s Jubilee Singers gave one of the most pleasing jubilee con- certs ever given in this city. The program included everything from the popular national airs, the South- ern folk song, and the camp meeting choruses, to the sacred airs of the hymnal, the clever imitation of natural'and mechanical sounds, and the good-natured “wit and humor of the vaudeville stage. In fact, the program included everything neces- sary to provide an evening’s whole- some entertainment to the average American audience.” SNEAK THIEVES BUSY IN BEMIDJI RESIDENGES Purse Taken From Stevens’ in Broad Daylight.—OtherArticles Reported Missing. Sneak thieves have been making small hauls among the north-end residents during the past month. A number of cases have been reported recently and just yesterday a pocket book was taken from the residence of E. Stevens, 1024 Bel- trami avenue, the house having been left open and vacant for the short period of fifteen minutes. Numerous occurances of stealing small articles have been reported, such as wood, tools, etc. Parties are being suspicioned as having taken part in this daylight thievry and if an end isn’t brought to these numerous occurences steps will be taken and arrests made. Free Show Coming. Will be at the Armory Hall Tuesday evening, May 3rd, for three weeks. The Quaker Medicine Co. has rented the Armory Hall for three weeks, where they will give a high class vaudeville and moving picture entertainment each even- ing to advertise their remedies. A small admission fee of 5c will be charged to all under 21 years of age. Adults will be free. Doors open at 5:30, performance at 8:00. Come out and see a good, clean entertainment, J. Smith’s Daughter Dead. + Ino, the 2-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Smith, corner ‘Eleventh street and Park avenue, died this morning of a combined attack of measles and pneumonia. The funeral will-be held at 2:30 p. m. tomorrow, at the house, Father O’Dwyer conducting- the services. Interment willbe made at Green- wood. Mrs. Arthur Hagberg, 515 Bel- trami avenue, has returned from Brainerd, where she has been con- fined for five weeks in the. St. Joseph hospital. Mrs. Hagberg underwent an operation. but has now practically recovered. Subscribe for The Pioneer. 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