Grand Rapids Herald-Review Newspaper, September 22, 1900, Page 1

4 Mio 1 gocietY pistorical Sock ny oo meme, Vou IX.—No. 8. er Wd- x , Granp Rapips, Irasca County, Minn., SAtuRDAY, SEPTEMBER t Steseomootcessssescessseeseese ecooesssapenssege! EL ttesceeenkersesossseseseeenese t SHEA SHEESH RETEST Be % P+ ae Be 3 .- , = Re e ee # en He Begins ? ae ae Be bd ao 4 +4 ae ae ae se S as = chool HH Be eet a4 - ae ae 4 ee eR ae = ee ee HH a3 Pe See to it that your boy 1s comfortably attired. If his Be ac clothing is right—if he’s dressed in proper, stylish po Beas clothes—he will naturally do his best, for that’s human id 38 nature. You pay such little prices, if you come here, oe P+ that if you are the sort of a father or mother the boy HK ae admires, you’ll cheerfully equip him as any modern id se boy deserves,you'll see to it that he’s in proper trim for =e pig the running. Ay ae ee x 23 eR 3 @ # = . . . ee #: School Suits at Little Prices # a3 53 $e ? ae ae But the rightly-made, comfortable, dressy clothing. bid 4 Every boy’s suit in this stock, no matter how Jow the bid oe price, bears ear marks of best tailors, and is superbly 7 * made,.and gives long service and best satisfaction. se = Prices run like this, and when you note the quality of ee 4 Uhe materials, you'll feel it diffcuit to duplicate such pid % vatues: ee : ee a ae 2 ze Bete % Boys’ Suits JU to 15 yea Eb ate ae a Ne ae ae aka ae as SCS ae ae ate ate ae ate a ae ate ate ate ate EE San eae ae ate a SHSTSHS RASH O RGA M AAS AERO E . Boys’ Arown and Blue Cheviot all wool Suits, ages 4 to 10 years......... joys’ All Wooi Gray three-piece Suit: 6:10'S yeara.. tS es ull wool. an excellent value, Boys’ Blue Worsted, good quality. per suit.... Boys’ Suits, black and white mixture, two pi ITASCA MERCANTILE CO. ee fe te 2a ddd pbb bAd ddd diddid tac kek ba ae SESE SeSISIT ASSAD TIS TA TITS eee RST OST E ES TEE 3.75 to 4.50 # 3.50 to 6.00 3.50 to 6.0 aE atk ate ate ate eae ae ae Re a ae ate ae ae ate ate a ate a ak Re ae BE aE REE Re ae NE ae ae aE HE AE RE Re He Yes, chicker Inate game. “Killing tim Killing Time, here at last—time to kill . pheasants, parlidges and all sorts of legiti- But don't go hunting with a measly, old fashion- ed, out-of-date gun. guna little mon; Come ip and see what a goud ey will buy. Costs you nothing to look. Our stock of high-grade ammunition and sporting goods may alsg iuverest you. ‘ e WJ &H D POWERS Republican Convention Today. Teday at 3:30. o’clock or therea- bouts the Republicans of Itasca county will convene in the district court room in “Grand Rapids and nominate a few losers. The only fights that appear on the surface at this writing willbe for the offices of Register of Deeds and Judge of Pro- bate. E. J. Luther and Chas. Kearney wants to be register of deec's, while I. C. Thomas of Cohossett, Jobn L. Barnard of Grand Rapids and E. A. Arnold of Laprairie want to look after the probate court. As it now lookes to 2 Democrat the follow- ing ucket will be named: Auditor, M. J. Baker; Teasurer, S.J. Moran; Register of Deeds, Kearney or Luther; Clerk of Court, I. D. Rassmussen; Sheriff. W. C. Tyndall; Attorney, C. L. Pratt; Superintendent of Schools, Mrs. George Booth; Judge of Probate, Barnard, Thomas or Arnold. Senator €. C. McCarthy is booked for a speech at the convention. Straight-Out Dollar Speech. Hon. Page Morris, congressman of the sixth district spent a couple of hours on the evening of the 14th inst. trying to convince the good people of Cass Lake that the dollar and the ac- quis:tion of wealth (by the , favored ones, especially the trusts and corpo- rations) is of greater Tuiportance than the preservation of the yovernment asarepublic. A large portion of his speech was devéted to abuse of Mr. Bryan and the economic and patriotic principles he stands for. The old silver issue of 1896, now asking fora well earned rest, and the boasted prosperity of time, all due as he claim- ed to the good management of the Hanna adwinistration, were brought to the fore to again deceive the people and gain their support in November. We hope the Judge will continue in this line of argument to the end of the campaign; the refurm forces of the State and the district are fully pre- pared to meet. it. An appeal to a man’s stomach is sume times eifec- tual, but if he must fill his belly at the risk of an entire surrender of his rights and liberties most of us will take another hitch in our belts and go hungry for a time. i Mr. Bryan.needs no champion tode- fe:d him from mercenary attacks; and if his political opponents are con- tent with threshing over the old straw of 1896, we are content to see them do it; their arguments may con- vince the professional politician, the office-holder and the ctfice-seeker. but will not satisfy the independent voter who sees dangerous breakers ahead of the ship of state, and if we mistake not his mettle he will be found at the helm in. November to steer the grand cold ship int& placid waters.—Cuss Lake Times. The Herald-Review will exchange | good job printing for litte money, and do it quick, : 22, [goo. Two Dotiars a YEAR DEMOGRATS NOMINATI Candidates for the Fifty-second Legis- lative District at Grand Rapids. HAWKINS AND KILEY CHOSEN An Enthusiastie Gathering of the Faith- ful Held a Most Harmonious Conyen- tion-——Strong Platform Adopted and Success Assured. The Democracy gf the 52nd _legis- lative district, comprising the counties of Aitkin, Itasca, Cass and Carlton, convened in this village on Thursday last, and unanimously nominated H. H. Hawkins, of Carlton, and E. C. Kiley, of Itasca. It was an enthusiastic, harmonious and hopeful body of men who were called to or- der at 4 o’clock p. m. by Dr. Geo. C, Gilbert, the chairman. ‘The prospects for success were never brighter for this big and important district, and every delegate present appeared to re- alize this fact. ‘The weakness of the opposing candidates and the dissen- tions of the party ia évery county of the district is a hopeful sign of Demo- cratic success at the poles yn Novem- ber. The 52nd 1s too important a district to take into consideranon any questions of this campaign, except that of the fitness of men to serve the people’s“inierests in the forthcoming session of the legislature. Hon. O. N. Mausten, of Aiikin county, “had served the district one term with much ability and understood the rights and requirements of his constituents. If he had appeared in the field as an in- dependent candidate, it is more than probable that the Democrats would of endorsed him without any considera- tion of politics. His final decision, however, to withdraw,*does in ho manner detract from the strength of the ticket today placed before the voters. CONVENTION. PROCEEDINGs. Dr. Geo. C. Gilbert called the con- vention to order, and the usual com- mittees were appointed by the chair. The committee on credentials made the following report which was unani- mously adopted: ” Aitkin County—J. B. Gallernault, J.R.O’Malley and J. N. True. Carl- ton County--H. H. Hawkins, Albert Hobbinger, D,C. Anderson and Wm. Kelly. Cass County--M. L. Toole, Charles E. Leeman, James Gibbens and John Sheehy. Itasca County— John Rellis, L. W. Huutley, A E> Wilder, D. W. Doran and C. A. Buell. Chairman J. N.. True, of the com- mittee on resolutions, read the report which was adopted with applause in such an enthusiastic manner that the approval of the foliowing platform was unmistakable. x Resolbed; by the Democratic party of the 52nd senatorial and Representa- tive District of the state of Minneso- ta, in convention regularly assembled: 1. That we renew our fidelity and and allegiance to the great truths and principles of free representative government first enunciated by the immortal! Thos. Jefferson and em- braced in the National platfrom adopted in National convention at Kansas City, and we pledge ourselves to the support of its candidates, the peerless, heroic statesman Hon. Wil- liam J. Bryan and Hon. Adlai E. Stevenson. 2. That we ratify and endorse the recent state platform of the party adopted recently at Saint Paul and pledge ourselves to the support of its candidates, and challenge comparison of the present administration of Gov. Lind with each and every Republican administration since statehood, for economy, freedom from ring rule, and protection of the rightsof the com- mon people as against plutocracy. 3. Thatin Hon. Henry Truelsea the fusion forces of thiso cngressional district present as a candidate one of the most earnest, honest and persis- ent anti-monopolists ih Northern Minnesota, and one who 1s entitled to the vote of ever man regardless of party who denounces monopoly in every form which has for its purpose “the plundering of the public and the favoring of the few at the expense of tbe common people: ees 4.. Weare opposed to any policy which‘tends toward imperialism, be- lieving in the principle that no re- publican. rights can long exist “| with a government part on the pat- tern of an empire or one half empire and theremainder only a republic. Pe 5. We believe in a sufficient per- Manent«circulation of money at a steady uniform ratio to be fixed by Congress, composed uf gold, silver and green-backs issued under the direct contro] and supervision of the Gov- ernment. 6. We believe that a practicable way of controlling trusts in and as to the necessaries of lifeand otherwise is by a national license of qualifica- tion for inter-state trade, subject to the state legislation also of the state, controlling and punishing trusts and combinations doing business within its borders. 7. Northern Minnesota is in sore need of an efficient system and_ suffi- cient drains to drain areas of the most productive lands and to that end a State drainage law is needful author- izing drainage districts empowered to construct drains where needed by special assessment upon and accord- ing tothe tracts benefited specialiy by the work and providing for state premium aidina liberal proportion according to the amount of work done in the drainage, and we pledge the nomineés of vhis conventioa to specially work for, after introducing such a measure. 8. We ask an amendment to the existing lien laws confining owners of logs and timber or other, liened pro- perty toa short limited time of not exceeding sixty days from the record notice of the commencement of the foreclosure proceedings within Which to become parties or bring an inde- pendent action to question the merits of the lien and also contining such action or application for relief to the courts -of the county wherein the labor or some part. thereof was per- formed, and we, pledge the nominees of this convention to work for such legislation. : 9. That we believe in immediate} _ Iégislation providing for an amend- ment to the constitution of this state for legislation by the initiative and referndum effecting the subjects of taxation, franchises and corporations. 10. “Thatwe pledge the nominees of this convention to work for legis- lation by state aid in construction of highways in the counties of this state according to geographical areas in ad- dition to bridge aid appropriations. Hon. iI. H. Hawkins placed Mr. Kiley’s name before the convention ina 15 minute speech, and the nomi- nation followed by a unanimous vote of the delegates. Mr. Kiley was call- ed upon for an addeess, and he re- sponded with a review of the issues that will be considered by the voters of the district. Attorney J. N. True, of Aitkin county placed Mr. Hawkins in nomination, ably presenting the many reasons why he was the ablest representative of the people’s interests in Northern Minnesota. Mr. Hawk- ins nomination was received with marked enthusiasm, and he was en- dorsed by a rising vote. Mr, Hawk- ing responded to the many calls of his name for anaddress, and spoke for about 30 minutes. His discourse set forth an endorsement of the platform just adopted and in his forcible and eloquent style he sounded the keynote of the campaign about to. be opened. Hon. J. N. True, of Aitkin, was elected permanent chairman, and J. R. O'Malley, of Aitkin, was chosen permanent secretary. The following executive committee was then select- ed; E. H. Krelwitz, John B.’ Galler- nault and F. Krech, of Aitkin; M, L. Toole and Wm. Dunlap of Cass, Frank Elm and Feter Ehr, of Carl- ton county; John Rellis and C. W. Robinson, of Itasca. , Booth-Gibsen Nuptials. Cards have been received announ- cing the marriage of Mr, George Booth of Grand Rapids and Miss Hattie Frances Gibson of Brainerd, This happy event took place in Brain- rd tn Wednesday, the rgth. inst, The contracting parties need no in- troduction to the people of Grand Rapids.’ Mr. Booth has been a resi- years, where he is exgaged in‘the D cagtictute of cigars. The bude is a sister of Mrs. D. M. Gunn, and for a number’of years she taught school in this village. (They both have a large circle of friends who will join the Herald-Review in wishing them long life, happiness and prospertt & * a dent of this place for a number of THE COUNTY FLOODED! Bridges and Dams Throughout Itasca County are Washed Away. THE DAMAGE IS GREAT 5 Thousands of Dollars Worth of Pro- perty Destroyed by the Heavy Rains of the Past Two Weeks.—Water - Still Raising. The recent constant rain fall in this section has caused almost incalculable damage to the highways and bridges of Itasca county. The dams on the several streams have all been washed away and millions of feet of logs are scatteyed.over large areas of territory. It is said that the Powers drive is al- mést hopelessly scattered. In conse- quence of the great damage to_ roads and bridges, the commissioners ot liasca county have a serious problem to immediately consider. A rough estimate places the damage done at figures ranging between $50,000 and $75,000. ‘The subject was brought up tor consideration at the last meet- ing and was considered at consider- abte length. ‘Phat work must be done at once was conceded by all the mem- bers, but the most serious problem is that of ways and means. ‘There ap- peared to be but one way out of the difficulty, and will be by making a bond issue. ‘This proposition finds some opposition. The present county authorities have an abhorance of the bonding business, and shrink from the undertaking. A resolution was intro- duced and carried, which is calcu- lated to submit the matter of bond- ing for roads and bridges to a vote of the people at the next general election. It is quite likely that at the next meet- ing of the board, the subject will be further considered. However, it is conceded by all, that something must be done without delay. THE LAST CONVENTION. Itasea) Democrats Will Nominate Their County Ticket October 2. Whatever the outcome of today’s convention may be it is a foregone conclusion that the ticket will be a weak one in comparison with that which will be placed iu nomination on October 2nd by the county Demo- cracy. Itis conceded that Auditor Farrell is by all odds the, strongest man today before the people. His public duties have been discharged with eminent ability and fidelity. Register of Deeds A. B. Clair is also recognized as an official whose public record insurés his re-election to a cer- tainty. Attorney Donohue has the united support of his own party as weil as a large number of friends out- side of Democracy who will gladly givehim their votes and infiuence. John Rellis and D. W. Doran are the only Democratic aspirants for the office of sheriff. They are both cap- able men and. good vote-getters. ‘Treasurer Miller will be unanimously renominated and re-elected by a big majority. For Judge of Probate George Vient is after the nomination. George has heretofore proved his competency as aw official and should he be successful in the convention his election would follow, Itis not known whether T: M. Brady seeks a renomination or not for the probate office. Orry Harry has been urged to become a candidate for the office of clerk of court. He is widely known throughout the county and is im- mensely popular. He would: give ‘‘Rass” a hard chase for the office and many knowing politicians say he would bea winner. For the office of school superintendent, the names of Mesdams W. E. Neal, George F. Kremer and O. L. Mather have been mentioned. e THE COUNTY FAIR Next Thursday and Friday. September 27 and 28. The premium list for the ninth an- drouth and late excessive rains, yet our farmers and gardeners will be able to make a very creditable show- ing. In the culinary department, dairy products, household manufact- ures and faney articles should he given | especial consideration this Year, as the lists have been greatly extended and premiums increased. ‘The following appointments of sup- erintendents of divisions and judges have been made by the executive committee: Supeintendent of hall, M. Hagen; superintendent of grounds, J. W. Poole; superintendent of ladies’ department, Mrs. Geo. Lathrop; judges of farm products, H. H. Chap- man, Dr. Thos. Russell and Thos. Me- Hugh; stock and poultry, V. L. Blood, Dr. Patney, C: U. Grayelle: fancy articles and domistic manufactures, Mesdames Lent, Neal, Mather; domistic products and childrens de- partment, Mrs.®. H. Stillson, Mrs. A.M. Sisler, Mrs. Geo. Sawyer. THAT ELECTRIC LIGHT DEAL. The Council Finally Refuses to Submit to tt a Voteof the People. Unless one of three members of the present village council should change his mind on the subject it appears as though the propsition to purchase the electric light plant by the village will be defeated. The matter has been thoroughly discussed by payers for some time, and it is safe to say that nine-tenths of the peopie of Grand Rapids ave in fayor of pur- chasing at the tigures demanded by Mr. Beckfelt, the owner of the plant. On Thursday evening of last week the council decided to calla mass meet- ing of the voters to discuss the matter and to express their wishes in the premises. The mass meeting was held Saturday evening at which there was a representative class of tax- payers present. The sentiment was almost unanimous*in favor of pur- chasing. On Wednesday morning of this week-the counci! meet in special session and by a vote of three to two decided that the matter should not be submitted toa vote. Councilmen O'Connell aud Hepfel and President Riddell voted no end Councilman Huntley and Recorder King voted yes. The three membefs voting in the negative give as their reason that the price asked by Mr. Beckfelt is $2,000 in excess of its actual valuation. The gentlemen did uvt act wisely or in justice to their constituents. We do not questign their absolute integ- rity or honesty of purpose. They no doubt believe that theyare doing the right thing. Messrs. Riddell and Hepfel have devoted considerable time to the matter of investigating the cost of similar plants and from what they have decided Mr. Beek- felt’s property is only worth $9,000. But these gentlemen should remem- ber that all taxpayers are equally in- terested with them. It is said that the plant now yields a net profit of about $4,000 annually. 1f that is true the difference in the price asked that offered is not worth considering. The village today has no street lighting, while under municipal ownership the village would recieve the net profits that are now being paid into the pockets of a private individual and afthe same time our streets could be lighted. As a result the present jant.will ro doubt pass intu the hands of another private concern under conditions that will induce the council to grapta twenty or thirty years right to operate and the chance for municipal ownership will have gone by forever. Our people should not allow the present opportunity to slip from their grasp. Itis too im- portant and far-reaching. The issue must he forced before 10 is all tuo late. The Beckfelt plant need not go beg- ging for purchasers at the price ask- ed. It will be bought, and very soon unless the village takes action. ‘The talk of putting in an independent works is not based upon sound judge- ment. Such a proposition will not be carried by the taxpayers of this village. Nonth Star Bryan Clab. Last Tuesday evenmg about hundred members of the North Bryan Club met at Village hall and completed the organization. It was decided to rent the rooms on Leland venue, recently vacated by the Itasca Wrescaatile company, and open them as headquarters at once, and to puta competent person in charge of them. one Star gual fair of the Itasca County Agri- cultural society was issued about two Vient. weeks ago in pamphlet form and -also | published in the local press. This The room will be in charge of George Will Metzger hid Deer River friends good-bye last Saturday and left for West should be quite sufficient to acquaint | Superior to go in business for himself. He the people of the premiums to be of-| in company with a brother, Antone. fered and enable them to be prepared | established a fine large meat market at Mit to make exbibits on the ‘first day of the big show. The list this year was |. excellent trade. As well asa perfect master carefully revised, and covers every- {a man steadfast, energetic and honest. He Abing that the committee consid: most advisable for the best -results. While the season bas not been the most favorable owing to the , ses } {i ered | is always the light of happiness in his com- munity of friends, and while Deer River is loath to part the tax- | of his craft Willie Metzger isa boy only and_ him we wish him ell the— {ft |