Grand Rapids Herald-Review Newspaper, June 27, 1896, Page 4

‘| A ee ee seme | exnerccn., rE a eee “BUILDERS OF THE WEST Continued from Page One. in any land where live stock is to be grown. ‘The climate is simply a para- dise for live stock. While it is cold in winter, it is a steady cold—without rain, sleet or dampness—and. the sun shine cheering, invigorating and health sustaining. Few diseases will attack live stock here. With clear- ing of swamps and drainage, untime- ly frosts will entirely disappear. The n sfor shelter are very abuud- ant at, comparatively speaking, no cost. Ifthe settler does not foolishly cut away the forest around his home he may have a natural protection around him that will protect him all There is more timber here sting in decay than would ] the fires in the state for years. aker’s vision of the future re- g0,000 new farms in this lity—nearly equal to the number Minnesota today—with thousands and tens of & vealed locz of farms in warm houses, thousands of sheep, and dairies making the finest butter from these nch ses where the water is so pure. Cattle will be brought in from the ranges and fattened with the herds lhere. ‘These will sustain the y of the soils. When that day comes, and come it will, more good stock will be raised in this Sixth dis- trict than is now raised in all of Min- nesota. Hon. O. C. Gregg, whose active eflorts in the causes of education and iculture are well known, took for us subject “The Effects of Northern ate Upon the Animal Industry.” sly seconded the remarks of the preceding speaker and called special attention to the fact that the chmate and foods of the north produce animals of better quality for food than those pro- duced in the south. Where corn is fed exclusively, a very large propor- tion of grows on the animals, and that class of meat is not as inviting as the northern meats of animals fed on mixed diet of grasses, grains, turnips, yeas and such food. Men who sub- sist largely on diets that produce much fat become soft, flabby and lazy.. Northern people are more energetic and of better quality through able kinds of food. questions of food are familiar se who make a_ business of feed- ing live stock, and through their knowlege they make money, while, in many cases, their next door neighbors find no profit in their work. ‘The convenient centers hke Duluth and the Twin Cities, now using great quantities of meat products that are hauled across the country-and back again before they reach the consumer, were pointed to as the future markets for the live stock of this northern belt. The speaker explained valuable points h he had gained by a special study of the climate, and received much applause in his closing refer- ences to the bright future of Northern Minnesota. John Owens, cierk of court of St. Louis county, is certainly an aptmmist rd northeastern Minnesota. tical experience of many ars has qualified him to form con- clusions that no man. will venture to question. He started an able address with the broad and generous statement y belreved the Creator be- at work of moulding this ght here in the Sixth district had good evidence to show his theory was not without udation. , We have been endowed y nature with a prodigahty of wealth pointed to the exhaustless iron mines, to the empire of nch_agri- cultural lands, to the vast forests of matchless timber, to the gold fields at our door, to the ever abundant rain fall, to our numerous and grand lakes on every hand, to our water powers mighty and sufficient to turn the wheels of the world, to the majestic Massissippi—the master of flowing waters—all these things were evidence, he said, to bear out the theory that the great work of creation was in- augurated here. All these abundant riches of nature must have been de- posited while the store house of the maker was filled and had been ex- hausted in nothing that humanity would ever require. And’then he reasoned out that the Great Master had reserved his most perfect creation until a generation worthy of it all should appear to enjoy itall. The generation long sought is the present and now is the opportunity. Hon. Warren Potter of Aitkin, made| an excellent suggestion in the course of his remarks, which is worthy of consideration by the next legislature. He spoke of the vast tracts of swamp Jands, so easily of drainage, and urged that it was the duty of the men_inter- ested in this state to bring the matter to the attention of our law makers and that application be made for a sufficient appropriation or funds to begin the work of carrying off the water and restoring the valuable lands to agricultural uses. Mr. Potter’s idea was well received. Secretary E. W. Randall, of the Minnesota State Agricultural society, addressed the convention on “Some. of the ways and means of securing Immigration.” He suggests a study of the state to give the present inhabit- ants a more accurate knowledge of its extent, resources and advantages. ‘The healthfulness of the north as gompared with the south was a par- tis to day the marvel of the world.., ticular pdint of importance. Only one third of the state is occupied for farming purposes and only one acre in seven is actually under cultivation. ‘There are in older localities many who need the elbow room and oppor- tunities here existing and Minnesota needs them to come and occupy the vacant places and bring into hfe its latent wealth. Let those people know what there is instore for them and urge them to come. Never counte- nance the pessimist and croaker. I recommend persunal letter writing, anda larger use of the newspapers, both local and state, The best, most persistent and influential friend any community has is its newspaper. Another means through which good work can be done, is the state fair. Last year fifteen counties made exhi- bits, as counties, to the fair, I am in- formed by those people who know, that there have been sales of land to actual farmers as a direct result of those exhibits. With the G. A. R. at St. Paul and the K. of P. at Minne- | apolis during tair time and low excur- sion rates by rail, it will be a grand opportunity for counties seeking im- migration to make their showing at the fair. Organizations as far west and north as Oregon ask for the same privilege. Jtasca county made an ex- cellent display at the fair last year. All labor expended in this way will realize manifold returns, Moses Folsom of the Great North- ern railway, in giving “Some Thoughts on Advertising,” made highly inter- esting points, particularly from his long and successful experience in rail way advertising. He appreciated the value of the work done in local and other newspapers when it is seen to that they are sent to the people that would make good settlers. Personal letters and circulars and pamphlets sent to personal friends are of great value in settling up a district like this. ‘The plan of sending representatives among the people of overcrowded communities and making _ personal canvass among homeseekers is effect- ive where the representatives use good judgment and work energetical- ly for results. This plan occasions | considerable expense, and its benefits cepend somewhat upon the fields that are selected for such work. Pleasing illustrations of scenery, public build- ings and other matters of interest are of great assistance in attracting immi- gration. They are doubly valuable whenscombined with pleasing descrip- tive matter. ‘The judicious use of printer’s ink is an element of success in the immigration movement that should never be overlooked. It reaches people who are looking for opportunities and to whom such ad- vantages as you have here should be | described clearly and conclusively in bright and entertaining language. State Superintendent of Schools Pendergast made an able address which was well received. He said: “Supt. O. C. Gregg was more ready to admit the superior advantages of the South in the matter of fattening cattle, hogs and men, than I should have been. I have seen the weazen- faced cracker; their lean kine that would out-Pharaoh Pharaoh’s, and their razor-backed rice peelers that they assure us are fed for speed alone, so that they may save their bacon py outrunning a darkey. The fact is, that not half a dozen states can equal Minnesota in the production of corn, and not one of them has yet learned to feed it so economically. They de- pend mainly for results on the hquid extract while we use it in its natural ‘state. One of our speakers, Col. Owen, truthfully said that we select the best of the soil for ourselves and send down-the sand,.the mud and the silt by the Mississippi to Louisiana and the gulf, He mght have added with equal truth that the refuse of the Sixth distnct are the best farms of which our Southern friends can boast. On that transported soil we find their most productive gardens; their best orange groves; their boasted sugar plantations; their richest cotton fields. ‘Take away their ronowed wealth, and what they have left will be of little worth. ‘This part of our state has been long and favorably known for the grandeur of its forests and the high quality of its lumber, but our explorers have held their heads too high. While looking into the tree tops, they have lost sight of the great source of wealth which is in the land itself. It is going to take a great jmany sturdy blows to bring it out. ‘There are at least roo back aches in jevery cleared acre, but plenty of well- i directed labor will make this ‘wilder- ness blossom like a rose.’ As an Jrishman would say: ‘You have here the making of oné of the finest coun- tries on earth.’ The very obstacles to to be overcome will develope the high- est type of manhood and womanhood. Every difficulty overcome will be an educational triumyh. Strangers in this wonderful land generally fail to appreciate its advantages and read its possibilities. They cannot look through the dense growth of trees and underwood and catch with pro- phetic vision the varied valuable pro- ducts which the future has in store. No new, undeveloped land _ gives promise of what industry, brain and skill can bring out of it.. Who that saw the region west of the Big Woods forty years ago, in the early spring time, stretching, stretching westward, black as Erebus, desolate as Sahara and apparently as boundless as the sea, could have imagined the marvel- ous wealth of soil, the, thousand happy homes, the abundant harvests, the comfort and luxuries now enjoyed by a people who have a right to con- sider themselves as well situated as any on the footstool; the school houses, crowning the hills, gemming the valleys, dotting the prairie and and peeping out of every grove? No state has more varnied and abundant natural advantages than Minnesota, By sheer merit she has in forty years pushed her way to the front and now itis generally admitted that her mag- nificent resources, her unequaled soil, her heaithful climate, her vast mineral wealth, her grand forests will keep her well to the fore through the coming years, Bishop McGolriek spoke upon the important subject of immigration and the most practical means of securing it. No man in all the west is more competent to speak on this subject than the good bishop hims@f, and the subject was handled in a_ masterly manner and it is not too much to say that .his address was received with greater benefit to those present than any other delivered during the session. Some years before being ordained bishop of this dioscese he was en- gaged in active immigration work and as a result of his labors there are to- day many thriving colonies within the borders of Minnesota. He made per- sonal visits into districts of the over- crowded east, and presented . the golden opportunities offered by Min- nesota to those who were ambitious to be free and independent. While Bishop McGolrick heartily endorses all methods of advertising that are employed, his expenence has taught him that personal solicitation by reliable men is the most effectual and brings immediate’ and most satis- factory results. A. G. Bernard of Grand Rapids, Settlement,” and showed that the counties just south of Itasca have been filling up with new residents of late by reason of the judicious efforts that have been made to secure intend- ing immigrants. He reviewed the various methods of attracting home- seekers, and hoped that the work of these conventions would have jts ef- soon see sufficient live stock and dairy- ing to warrant the extension of the creamery business in this district upon a large scale. P. B. Groat, secretary and treasurer of the State Immugration association, | gave valuable hints on ‘How to Se- cure Immigration.” He agreed with Mr. Folsom in every particular and then gave an interesting account of the work which is being done by the state association. Its use of printer’s ink has brought very satisfactory re- sults and a great amount of literature is being distributed by its representa- tives. He called special attention to the new county map of Minnesota which shows several, districts and is issued in the form of a folder with a large amount of entertaining and _val- uable reading matter and attractively illustrated. ‘This is being issued free to all who desire them, and its new editions contain the latest and most rehable information concerning the state. He requested that names be sent ta him so that copies could be forwarded to intending immigrants. The evening session was held in the new court house and the audiencé, larger than ever, presented the ap- pearance of a brilliant © social gather- ing rather than of people considering the questions of soil, climate produc- tions and immigration. A hundred chairs had been added to the seating capacity of the large court room and, yet, people had to stand in the halls. Chairman Schermeier called the con- vention to order at half past eight o’clock and the exercises opened with the address of Prof. Samuel B. Greene of the State University on “The Fruit and Vegetable capacities of the Sixth District... He showed a thorough acquaintance with this locality having made personal examination ot the soils and plant life of Itasca county and he has applied his valuable experience in determining what these natural, con- ditions should bring forth, ilis ad- dyess awakened great interest and will be published in full hereafter for the benefit of the agricultural interests. Col Geo. A. Whitney of Wadena, spoke on the subject ‘Possibilities and Probabilities of the Sixth district.” He . typified the Sixth district, even in these comparatively pioneer days, as the highest and most progressive civilization known among men, and still the finger of destiny points onward to a realization that this generation can scarcely hope to attain, Prof. W. M. Hays, of the state uni- versity, who has general charge of the state sub-experimental tarms, delivered a valuable address upon “Experiments in Agriculture in North- eastern Minnesota.” He said: “The university experimental farm contains only 250 acres, while the two new farms at Crookston and Grand Rapids contain 450 acres each. These new Continued on page 5. POPLAR TAILORS, Spring and Summer THE Invite you to call andis ncpet their line of Suitings Comprising tne Very Latest Designs and Patterns. 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We always carry a complete line of the Pest quality of goods tn all departments. Prices the lowest. Clothing and Furnishing Goods. Dry Goods, Boots, Shoes. Hats and Caps. Groceries and Crockery ¢ Herd Financial Statement —oOF THE— Village of Grand Rapids, MINNESOTA. Grand Rapids, Minn., June 16, 1896. ‘To the Honorable Village Council of the Village of Grand Rapids, Minn.: Gentlemen: I herewith submit a financial statement of the Village of Grand Rapids, for the years ending April 1, 1894; March 19, 1895, and March 80, 1896, showing the receipts and disbursements for each of said years; the amount of cash on hand, and the amount of unpaid outstanding village orders. All of which is respectfully submitted. FRED A. KING. MARCH 29th, 1893. Cash on hand March 29, lows. +-$ 1,017.69 Amount of outstanding unpaid vil- lage orders... Raueee ign? aaes APRIL Ist, 1894. RECEIPTS. Total receipts from March 20th, 1893 to April 1, 1804.........- Cash on hand March 29th, 1893 6,499.06 DISBURSEMENTS. Total disbursements from March 28th, 1893, to April Ist, 1804 : Balance cash on hand April Ist, 11,682.15 1904 <i .0550 3 919.58 ‘Total.. t eee 12,601.73 Amount of outstanding unpaid vil- TARE OFAGTES.citscectes ppaescosee ete 2,820.11 MARCH 19th, 1895. RECEIPTS. ‘Total receipts(miscellaneous) from April Ist, 1894, to March 19th, 1895. 11,508.18 Amount received from sale of vil- DISBURSEMENTS. Total disbursements from April Ist, Inv4, to Murch 19th, 1895...... Balance cash in treasury March 19th, 1895. ae Amount of outstanding unpaid vil- lage orders March 19th, 1895 Bonded indebtedness...... 15,220.16 Total indebtedness March 19th, 1895 35.220.16 APRIL Ist, 1896, RECEIPTS. Received from salvon licenses (15)... 7,500.00 Received from O.H, Stilson, justice fjnes collected : 825.00 Received from county treasurer, SEKBEL<:;.0,- 3,074.94 Received from miscellaneous. 71.00 Received from F. hall rent. 41.50 Received from tapping mains Bae 22.00 Received from Bueneman,pool table license... 15.00 Received from Itasca county, hall rent. Cash on hand March 19th, 1 DISBURSEMENTS. Paid sundry orders and interest.... Paid one $1000.00 bond, amonnt to redeem... 11,650.28 asury April RECEIPTS. Received from T. H. Henness; 130.00 Received from T. H. Hennessy. 213.00 Received from F. T. Bueneman 6.00 Received from T. H. Hennessy. 57.00 DISBURSEMENTS. Total disbursements from March 19th, 1895, to April Ist, 1896......... 385.50 Balance cash in treasury April Ist, MWD 2... cece searerecesenccnsecerscee 20.52 ‘Total. Amount of outstan lage orders. Estimated interest on same. Bonded indebteGness. Interest due on same. Total liabilities on April Ist, 1896 42,285.34 , ASSETS. Village taxes, 1895........... 3,533.79 Village taxes delinquent, 1 1,291.72 Village taxes delinguent, 1893. 791.69 Village taxes delinquent, 1892, 458.36 Fractional lots 11 and 12, block 3, Grand Rapids,...... Water works, mains, &c. Village hall, lockup & 5,000.00 Fire apparatus, hose &c 1,500.00 Chemical engine.... 500.00 Itasca county orders. 8421 Cash in treasury.... Liabilities over assets........ Amount of orders issued from March 19th, 1895, to April 1st, 1896.. 17,349.16 ——————e First publication June 27: ‘Last publication Aug. 1. Public Land Sale. United States Land Office, Duluth, Minn. Notice is hereby given that in pursuance of instructions from the Commissioner of the General Land Office under authority vested in him by section 2455, U. 8, Rev.Stat., amended by the act of congress approved February 26, 1895, we will proceed to offer at public sale on the 5th day of August, 1896, next. at 10 a. m., at this office, the following tract of land, to-wit: Lot 5, Sec 3, Tp56 N. R¢26W4p.m. Anvand all persons Claim- ing adversely the above described lands aro advised to file their claims in this office on or before the ae designated for the com- vement of said sale, otherwise nights will be forfeited, es mee ; A. J. ister, Date, June 18, 1898." eer First publication June 27. Last Dpubiton tian Aug. Z Public Land € United States Land Office, Duluth, Minn. Notice is hereb; of. instructions “trom the Gol the tho General Office vested in him Py metion Brees Rev-seat as amended act of Februai ‘we will pablie eae on the, bth da Of Au ee tract of tand, owt eo et eae STN, Re MW sth prim. “Any and Sec. claiming adver: the above deseril nds 1d to at their claiins in ipa ds above designa’ are adv: on or before the day ted for the commencement of their rights will be fortes sale, otherwise FL. RYA . Date, June 18, 1896, . : fies! e od 4 “ rt