Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, March 17, 1920, Page 2

SECRETARY’S ANNUAL REPORT OF BEMIDJI ASSOCIATION ACTIVITIES Mr. President and Members of the Bemidji Association: With the completion of the first year’s work of the Bemidji Association, formerly the Com- mercial Club, but now conducted on a much larger scale, it’s members possess the privilege of asking: “What have been the accomplishments,” and in this report effort will be made to call attention to the propositions of most imporance which have been acted upon. ; i The Association has been converted into an organization through which public-spirited citizens of Bemidji and community are able to -express themselves collectively on questions of city and eountry welfare, and through which they are given opportunity to make their desires effective. It’s work has beén to ascertain what the local problems are, formulate plans for their solution, and then proceed to solve them; to improve conditions found 1o need improvement; and eliminate evils found to exist. Its effort at all times has been to increase pro- ductive and purchasing power in the tributary area of Bemidji, and to bring trade from outlying dis- tricts; improve marketing. facilities; increase and improve the means of transportation; to study and apply improved merchandising methods; expand manufacturing; bring better industrial relations; better relations between the rural business man, known as the farmer, and the city business man; extend markets; take action in matters of civic im- portance; and many other practical propositions of - interest to'the business and social welfare of our citizens. It has been made a body of men and women acting in their capacity as citizens, not as the representatives of any special group or class, and devoting its efforts to the material and cultural .advancement of the whole community. An organization like ours, which raises no barriers of creed, race or politics, may ‘surely hope and expect to secure co-operation and support from the men and women of the city, when they know . that we are for everything that will make Bemidji richer, finer and bigger; and against everything that will tend to lessen our wealth, our happiness, our prestige and our self-respect. Wifi:o\lt question the most important of ‘the Association’s operation during the past year, has been the weekly forums. These regular meetings, held with such success, have been in reality clearing houses of ideas. It is well known that ignorance, misunderstanding, discontent, prejudices, and class hatred are a community’s greatest liabilities. It has been the privilege of the Association’s forum to correct misunderstandings, promote tolerance, sup- plant igriorance, and thus turn what liabilities we _ may have had into assets. For the benefit of our members the following review of Association accomplishments is present- ed, activities which will, in all probability, be cov- ered in the reports of the committee chairmen being purposely omitted: g Investigated, and made recommendations to the ' Park Commissioners, concerning the plan‘to secure Ruggles timber tracts for park purposes.: K fiiking systematic effort secure for Bemidji proper considexation as being logically situated for the reestablishment of Hamline University, which is soon to change location. . Co-operated with health officials in plans to hold , tuberculosis’ clinics. g Affiliated with the Bemidji Association of Fra- ternal Societies. Made thorough investigation for the purpose of promoting fire prevention activities. Assisted officials of State Fire Marshal's office in fire prevention inspection, and public educa- tional meeting. 4 Assisted in educating the public as to the im- portance of the adoption of the $185,000 paving bond issue. Aided in the formation of a Game Protection League which will have the Association’s co- operation. Endorsed the effort being made to provide a Hydro-Aeroplane base in Duluth, with an official landing place in Bemidji. - Presented _information calling attention to Be- _midji’s need” of enlarged public school facilities, and held “Get-Acquainted” sessions- for teachers and parents. Recommended establishment of Memorial Park, now established. N Endorsed International Falls’ as being proper place for establishment of new state institution for feeble-minded. Provided for the establishment of a Community Market, funds for which have been partially se- cured, and which it is planned will soon be in operation. Has maintained a proper standard of endorse- . ment of charities and subscriptions, the operation of which has been responsible for large savings to the business men of Bemidji. Every new-comer to the city has been visited and informed of the Association’s purposes, and made familiar with the practical and aggressive program followed. Every effort has been advanced . to make these men feel that a cordial and sincere welcome has been accorded them. Made a thorough investigation concerning .city taxation, offering recommendations to the city council which were made effective. Began, and is continuing, effort to cause pay- ment of delinquent. taxes on Bemidji real estate. Has discouraged.the opening of new business in- stitutions detrimental to the city’s welfare, while enterprises of merit and community benefit have been, and are being, encouraged to locate in Bemidji and have been provided with all information necessary. : Has formed an Association Auto Club which is affiliated with state and national automobile associa- tions, and which will devote its attention to road improvement and the proper markings of highways. Has enertained 48 men of state and national prominence: at its weekly forums, their speeches adding materially to the constructive programs. ° " Assisted in the formation of a National Guard unit, and is exerting efforts to bring about the building of an Armory in the near future. Has made an honest effort to co-operate with the laboring men of the city. Sent its secretary to the national convention of Commercial Organization Secretarys, where he was enabled to gather much information of value. Sent splendid delegation to Duluth meeting of . M. D. A, one of the results being that the summer outing’ is to be held in our city. e e SUMMARY OF BEMIDJI ASSOCIATION ; Aclivi\ties During the Past Year, Subniitted at Annual Muthg, March 9, 1920 * ing with this organization in its effort to secure “geals and other activities; conducted campaign for| planned and well-tended’ garden will | pancake batter between frying cakes,” - .infarned, safisfied ;ag interested "lished to solve problems which men could not THE BEMIDJI DAILY PIONEER | SECURE VEGETABLES | caty acoen snou s e ed so that 1] FROM SMALL GARDEN | Zinoxnetded for piantiog it and win. . ter crops, thus making it possible to have fresh vegetables practically the Can Be Made to Yield Through- | entire year. out Entire Season. - —_— For Quick and Expert Shoe Repair Work _ Bring or Send Your Shoes to DICK’S SHOE REPAIR ~ SHOP 511 Beltrami Ave. scribing the hike for the bénefit ot . some of their most interested friends. They bad idescribed the city blasts from the river, the frozen ground and the various sinsations produced on added ‘sumnier resort hotels for Bemidji their spinal col'mns without winning Has joined the United States Chamber/of Com- . what they regaided shfficient, sympa- merce, an action showing a spirit of progressive-| (Prepared by the United States Depart- | thY from their lidteners. Just as they ness which is already bringing forth'splendid results. . ment of Agriculture.) were most disappointed their execu- Conducted New Years open house. ‘Many ' farmers' fail to realize that | tive took part. “Why it was so cold Assisted the Red Crosg in its sale of Christmas| one-tenth-of.an acre devoted to a well- | that we had to break the ice off the Tenth of an Acre Well Planned and Given Careful Attention Will Pro- duce as Much as a Full Acre of Field Crops. ‘Was }'epresented at the m’riual meeting of the Ten Thousand Lakes Association, and is co-operat- ! Bemidji he ejaculated. And then the audience was moved to speech.—fudlanapolis News, sale of savings certificates; assisted in the holding| in 'many cases produce as much food of the county’s largest and most important poultry| g5 an acre of field crops. 3 show; solicited $500 for the Ten Thousand Lakes| “rne garden should be, and can with .;s;c;::nl;‘t::n‘to. be used in furthering its publicity| ; jne Planning be, made to produc: Aide K .| throughout the entire season instea tion; a:dr Ei;ul;:ggrsi:;vl;g;i:fi:l:‘ecure ‘bonus applica of only during a month or two in the Has extended the use of its quarters to the| SPiDg. ) American Legion and to the Women’s Commu‘nity Three to five plantings of snap and Civic Club. beans :planted at intervals of two or Has ‘encouraged through letter and by co-operat-| three weeks, at 1énst three early and ing with the real estate dealers the coming of more 3Iviinlnmat i farmers to Beltrami county. Has emphasized and made use of Bemidji's ¥oca- tion and its railroad facilities in promoting the city’s industrial advantages. ¥ Has promoted the advantages ideal convention city. Has taken up with’ Congress certaih proposed legislation regarded as detrimental to trade, thus adding to defeat suggested laws of the radical type. Devoted attention to discrimination in railroad rates, with result that conditions are certain to be improved. . Has made effort to promote bétter feeling .be- tween Bemidji, and neighborhood communities. Conducted fair price investigation. Co-operated with the Beltrami .County Farm Bureau, the work of the Association being greatly augmented by so doing. ’ Worked energetically to improve market condi- tions. s U ! 4 Has been represented before the board of county commissioners and several matters of importance. Has taken an interest in road matters, having representatives at meetings of the Jefferson High- way, Theodore Roosevelt Highway and the Missis- sippi River Scenic Highway. Arranged for ‘the formation of a Teachers’- Parents’ Association.’ 4 Has received the co-operation of the City Council 8. A. KOLBE| GROCERIES The Best That Money Can Buy MAKE FRIENDS WITH FOWLS Hens Will Not ‘Do Their Best When They Run at Approach of Attend- ' ant—Feed From Hand. Corner fileventl: and Doud Make friends with your hens. They . Phone 657 will thrive better. You will like to care for them better. Hens cannot be at their ‘best when they always run at the appraach of their attendant. Feed a little from your hand. You will get their confidence, and more of | their eggs. of Bemidji as an SCALES OF BIG IMPORTANCE - As Nearly All of Farmer’s Produce is Sold by Weight He Should Have Set on Farm. Nearly all of the farmer’s produce is sold by weight, and it is not enough to stand by and see It weighted on the buyer’s scales.” You should have a set of your own In your yard so that you may be sure you are getting all that you are entitled to. FOWLS ARE 'OFTEN SLIGHTED cv;lc! ‘¢« Wfford Means of More Cash Meat Than Any Other -For your LiveryZGar Service and Courtesy “ Qur Motto ] ——— Ward Bros. Auto Livery Products From Well-Tended Garden. one late planting of peas, and frequent in promoting every suggested movement. small sowings of lettuce will 1 - a s*" on Farm, .En‘coumged the adoption of a plumbing and| continuous snpply of thése vey B v ; bu}]r‘lié:egasce%diime membership from 109 to 376 durlag, the ST ¢ : as f 00 often discriminated D Sron 0ol Sw et.Co. - planted every w leeding at the barn is | === two three . during the early | 35test A"L'"':ule chickens afford the done. 3 part the season, and if the growing m:mlly m food and sometimes more | SUBSCRIBE FOR THE sea’ 8.long two, plantings should be cash for , ¢ money and time expended ma o0 July or August for autumn on them than any other live atock. DAILY PIONEER . ———————————————————————— s e . J. C. PENNEY CO. . J. C. PE ——— ———— Received the support and co-operation of the Bemidji newspapers, space valued at approximately $1,600 being contributed to advance the city’s interests, 5L Assisted in compiling proper census for Bemidji. Conducted Fourth of .July program. A Few Recommendations Follow Aid in providing a suitable Soldiérs’ Memorial. Purchase of a piano for the. Association rooms. Establishment of a monthly bulletin concerning Association affairs, and which would keep members 4 hct organ- 7. C. PENNEY CO. J. C. PENNEY €O. Y CO. ~ o jzation’s work. . . ; s Make a more concerted effort to secure industries for Bemidji. : Co-operate with the:Ten Thousand Lakes Asso- ciation in providing for the establishment of sum- mer hotels on Lake Bemidji. i Encourage the holding of a market, day, stock show, and the erection of a stock pavilion. Carry on ‘a more - systematic inter-community relationship campaign. Encourage booster trips to towns in the ter- ritory. v Compile additional information to properly pre- sent industrial advantages of Bemidji. Promote Americanization program. Giyve every possible, assistance to the campaign being conducted .in behalf of Amendment No. 1. 4 M;xke forums even more interesting and bene- cial. Provide for the placing of a Bemidji- baseball tedm in the field. g Better camping facilities. Encourage proper marking of swimming zone danger points. 4 . Provide suitable welcome signs at city limits on principal highways leading into Bemidji. These are, of course, but a few of the many important propositions to be acted upon. It is for the membership to say what subjects will be given precedence, and which ones should be energetically worked on. . That the city administration appreciates the ag- gressive program of the Association has been sub- stantially evidenced by the spacious and attractive fooms provided in the City Building for.the conduct of the organization’s business; this spléndid co- operation being acknowledged in ‘a resolution whereby the Association obligated itself anew to devote its best efforts all of the time to the civic, commercial, agricultural and industrial advance- ment of the community. . ' Organizations such as ours were originally. estab- NNOUNCIN(G OUR NEW SPRING ~ EASTER APPAREL JUST ARRIVING FROM THE HEADQUARTERS OF FASHION Our New York bfiyers have selected with the judgnfent of experience and capability NEW SUITS, COATS AND " DRESSES J. C. PEN™ 00 XANNEL 0 °r J. C. PENNEY CO. - 00 XUNNAL O ' \ J. C. PENNEY CO. ‘00 XANNEJ 'O °f These garments; presented for your-selection, emphasize the supremacy of this store as a ' HOUSE o FASHION assume as individuals. Today they are pot'only the representatives of business, the means of ex- pressing the civic voice and the 'aim of the gov- ernment, but they are also the general source. of information and service to the communities which they have the privilege to represent. I make this reference, for our Association has been very active throughout the year in both civie ’f‘ "business matters. i In closing permit me to extend appreciation to the President, Board of Directors, afid the Associa- tion members as a whole, for the hearty co-operation at all times received, and which has been responsi- ble for the splendid record of achievement, May the ensuing year make of the forum an‘even greater institution. Effort should be mhade to have every matter of importance thoroughly discussed, that the membership may decide intelligently as to proper action, and may every member have inspired him a determination to aséume his share of public duty and give proper interest to matters of civic and social consequence. The Bemidji Association ‘is today recognized throughout the state as an organization which does things; it is thoroughly democratic; truly repre- sentative of the aspirations of the city’s citizenship; an institution devéting its-every effort to the mak- ing of Bemidji the future.metropolis of Northern Minnesota. May we keep it so. i Respectfully s'ubmitted, H. M. STANTON, Secretary J. C. PENNEY CO. Our extremely low priceé afford you . : A SAVING >WOR’<I“H WHILE ON, EVERY PURCHASE New-Waists, $19.50 to $2.98 New Skirts, $29.50 to $4.98 New Suits, - $98.00 to $29.75 ‘00 XANNEJ "D °f 0D XINNAJ *0 P J. C. PENNEY CO! 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