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WEDNESDAY. APRIL 25, 1917. l Coming Events April 30—Beltrami county asses- sors’ meeting at court house. May 14—Tax judgment sale of government lands at the court house. June 1—Bemdji high school com- mencement. June 24—The farmers will hold their annual picnic at the fair gro_unds. FAREWELL RECEPTION Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Randahl were given a farewell reception last eve- ing at the Swedish Lutheran church by the members of the congregation and other friends. Rev. Randahl has been pastor of that church for the past seven years, and has resigned . on account of ill health. A short program was given con- sisting of an address by Rev. Osmond Johnson, two selections by the choir, a vocal solo by Mrs. G. C. Berglund, a speech by John Moberg and a read- ing by Miss Mabel Johnson. Rev. and Mrs. Randahl were presented with a purse by those present. Supper was served, covers being laid for seventy-five. G. C. Bergiund acted as toastmaster. Kev. and Mrs. Randahl left this morning for Ten- strike where they will spend the summer. The pastor will continue to serve the congregation here urtil a new minister has been secured. SURPRISE PARTY Mrs. Mabel Young was given a sur- prise yesterday by a number of friends at the home of Mrs. A. E. \'Webster. A one o’clock dinner was served and the afternoog spefit in needlework. Covers were laid for the following: Mesdames Mable Young, W. J. Coleman, Herb Rasmus- son, C. J. Winter, S. A. Cuter, A. Cla- vin, August Benson, McCoy, Andy Larson, C. P. Larson, Henry Schmidt and A. E. Webster. PRESBYTERIAN AID The Ladies Aid society of the Pres- byterian church will be entertained bv ¢he ladies of the fourth division tomorrow afternoon in the church parlors at 2:30 o’clock. An invita- tion is extended to all. THEATER PARTY Jean Walker entertained Margaret Carson, Mildred Olson and Luverne Hendrickson at a theater party and supper last evening, the occasion be- ing her thirteenth birth anniversary. Personals and Newsy Notes 1 Mrs. Martin Kenfield of Bend Ore., who has spent the past three weeks in Minneapolis, the guest of friends, will come to Bemidji tomorrow morn- ing and will spend part of the sum- mer in this city, the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Coch- ran, Sr. To intending settiers and farm la- borers apply to W. E. Black, Can- adian Government Agent, Clifford Building, Grand Forks, N. Dak., for settlers’ and laborers’ rates and other information in Western Canada. 323tf Mr. and Mrs. Walter Helmer have sold thejr farm in town of Liberty and will make their home in Bemidj They were in the city Tuesday mak- ing arrangements for their new home. Spring time is Kodak time! De- veloping, 10c; prints, only 3¢, 4c¢, 5¢. Rich Studio, 29th 10th St. Phone 570. School photos—baby photos —aquality portraits at money savings. 5-22 Mrs. Alice Robideau of Tenstrike came to Bemidji yesterday. While in the city she purchased a Ford from the C. W. Jewett company and motored to her home in the evening. Mrs. Verna Henshaw of Wilton, who was called to this city on ac- count of the illness of her niece, El- nora Schroeder, returned to her home yesterday. The child is improving. Sunday is rose day. Special Sat- urday and Sunday, all kinds of roses, $1.00 doz. Elliot’s. Mother’s Day is May 13. 5-428 Miss Mathilda Bronken, who has been the guest of her aunt, Mrs. O. B. Sonstrud of Dewey avenue, since Easter, left this morning for her home in Minneapolis. Mrs. Austin Warner of Puposky was in the city yesterday on busi- ness matters. Her husband is suf- fering from cancer of the stomach and is very ill. Mrs. 0. Maltrude of Becida was in Bemidji yesterday, enroute to Guth- rie, where she will visit friends and relatives for a short time. l | HELP ~ for Mothers\| REX Theatre —_— TONICGHT < her baby must frequently take some laxative for the good of DE LUXE PRODUCTION ({1 H H The Darling of Paris” her child. Tea brewed from natural herbs and leaves has a Suggested by Victor Hugo’'s Tragic Romance—‘‘The Hunchback of Notre-Dame" mild action and a soothing ef- fect upon both mother and babe. Hollister's Rocky Moun- tain Tea contains only the best of laxative herbs. The strength of each dose can be regulated to suit the individual. Causes no griping—no reaction. Con- tains no harmful drugs. Safe, sure and economical. Every mother should use it. Begin tonight. Prepared by Hollister LaHoratories Madison, Wisconsin. Was the husband or the wife the real wrangdoer in The Mortal Sin?” William Fox presents the most brilliant of screen artists “THEDA BARA” '—SEE— ' VIOLA DANA S g Impersonating the Beautiful Gypsy Girl, Esmaralda, the Most THE CITY DRUG STORE Delightful Character in French Literature. In this powerful METRO —_— Miss Bara has never essayed a part nearly so attractive as in this Wonderplay superb photoplay Directed by J. Gordon Edwards Scenario by Adrian Johnson GRAND — TOMORROW ‘THEATERS\ REX The cathedralT?)nggge-Dame of Paris, which is one of the very fa- mous sanctuaries of the world, has went to|been faithfully reproduced in “The evening | Darling of Paris,”” requiring several weeks in its construction. This his- toric building was erected in the twelfth century, and it is today in Mr. and Mrs. William Church and |® splendid state of preservation and daughter, Dorothy, of Yola were |8 majestic and sublime edifice. No among the out-of-town shoppers in |Dobler an aspect has been preserved Bemidji Tuesday. in growing old. It is difficult to suppress feelings of sorrow at the numberless mutilations which the hand of time and that of man have inflicted upon this venerable monu- ment. Theda Bara is seen in this picture. Matinee 2:30--5¢c and 15¢ ,Evenings 7:30-8:45--All Seats 15¢ One of these nice days you ought to go to Hakkerup’s and have your picture taken.—Adv. 14t2 --=THURSDAY--- “The Heart of Texas Ryan” Telling a Gripping Story of the Texas Borderland. In- troducing an All Star Cast Including Ceorge Fawcett, Bessie Eyton, Frank Campeau and Tom Mix George Cochran, Sr., Grand Forks, N. D, last where he will spend a couple of days on business matters. Buy vour candy at the Antlers’ candy window as you enter the Elko Theater. 2-426 Mrs. Susan Leflure of town' of Frohn drove to Bemidji * yesterday and attended to. business matters. GRAND H “Jim Grimsby’s %%ggthg Triangle -|play with Frank Keenan and Enid Order yvour King’s raspberry bush- | Marker, which is showing at the es at $15.00 per 1,000 from Elliot. [Grand tonight, is the pathetic story 5-428 |of a girl raised in the mountains of the gold country by a father who wanted a son and insisted on raising his daughter as though she were of the opposite sex. The plot is notably original and offers Keenan in a role distinctly different from any attempt- ed by this screen favorite in the past. One of .he big thrills is a scene where 0ld Jim shoots all the lights out in a western dance hall in defiance of a new sheriff. To complete the pro- gram, kddie Foy will caper in the Keystone comedy, “The Favorite Fool.” To the Citizens of Bemidji Miss Pearl Botting of Cass Lake is a guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Elletson. Everlasting strawberry $3.00 hundred at Elliot’s. plants, 5-428 Beautify your gardens and your prop- erty will gain in value. : ; 3 The beauty of a city adds to its pros- perity. : : : 2 : 3 Mrs. William Gray of Lake-Plan- taganet was the guest of friends in Bemidji yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. D. B. Jones of Yola were among the business visitors in Bemidji Tuesday. AT THE ELKO The circus, with all the back- Dean | ground of billowing canvas, the d71tt | freaks, the menagerie, the baloon as- cent and parachute drop—all these and much more that is fascinating— form the set’ing for “The Rainbow Princess,” in which Ann Pennington is being starred by the Famous Play- ers on the Paramount progranf at the FElko theater, Thursday, matinee and evening. Miss Pennington goes in- to the lions’ cage, performs aerial tricks, does her celebrated Hula Hula dance and is her captivating self throughout the entire picture. HAS NEW POSITION Alex Cameron went to the Twin Cities last evening, where he has ac- cepted a position with the’ Soo Line, as surveyor. Motto--*All for the City of Enterprise” $50,000 to loan on farms. Land Co.—Adv. E. J. Willits returned this morn- ing from a business trip to Motley, Staples and Little Falls. I will help you to do this. My advice will be given gratis. i H : OTTO BROSE LANDSCAPE GARDENER PHONE 363-J You’ll like Koors’ bread. Ask your grocer for it. d27tt J. W. Goodspeed of Buhl, Minn., is visiting his father, Al Goodspeed, of Grant Valley. L. O. Myhre of Campbell Lake was among the business visitors in Be- midji yesterday. Optometry means eye service. 36tt SPIRITUALIST MEETING KKK I KX R KKK ELKO THEATRE TONIGHT--7:30 & 8:45 Again showing the thrilling drama ““The Last Man’’ One of the old time kind, featuring Mary Anderson & Wm. Duncan TOMORROW-=--Mat. & Eve. Ann Pennington In Paramount Picture “THE RAINBOW PRINCESS”’ i_awl;{ANl,') THEATRE 7:30 & 9:00 TONIGHT 10c & 20c A TRIANCLE PLAY in 7 Parts The star in “The Coward,” and “The Phantom”—— FRANK KEENAN with ENID MARKEY in the Thos. H. Ince drama “JIM GRIMSBY'S BOY” A strikingly original story of a taciturn old miner, who wanted a son, so badly, that when fate left him a daughter, he raised her as a boy—A gripping story of rough and rugged mountaineers,—A tale of the Gold Country. and—The KEYSTONE Comedy ““The Favorite Fool” with EDDIE FOY The Spiritualist congregation will meet tomorrow evening at the home of A. A. Carter, 808 Irvine avenue. It will be the last Thursday evening meeting with Dr. Brooks present and Sunday will be the last service con- ducted by Dr. Brooks, as he will leave Bemidji on other work. BIDS FOR CLEANING SEPTIC TANK Sealed bids will be received by the undersigned for the cleaning of the ceptic tank to be opened before the council meeting to be held on April 30th, 1917. Bidder is to furnish the dumping ground, and a check in the sum of 10 per cent of the amount should accompany the bid. . The city council reserves the right to reject any or all bids. GEO, STEIN, City Clerk. Kk Ak kkkk \\ 'S 2 22 & 23 2 425-430 TREASURY DLPARTMENT, Super- vising Architect's Office, Washington, D. C., April 20, 1917.—Sealel proposals will be opened in this office at 3 p. m. May 31, 1917, for the construction o the United States post office at Bemidji, Minn. Drawings and specifications may be obtained from the custodian of the site at Bemidji, Minn, or at this office, in the discretion of the Supervising Ar- chitect. Jas. A. Wetmore, Acting_ Su- pervising Architect 6d-430 unkist uniformly good Oranges arefreshfrom California today and every day. Phone now for a supply. 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