Grand Rapids Herald-Review Newspaper, January 19, 1910, Page 1

Lait ae “Grand Uapivs Herald-Uevien MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY. ° VoL. XVII.—No. 31. GRraNnD Rapips, Itasca County, Minn., Wepnzspay, JANUARY 19, [910 Two Dollars a Year. CONSERVATION — GONGRESS MEE Governor Eberhart Calls Meeting for March 16, 17, 18 and 19 at St. Paul TO EXPLOIT STATE'S RESOURCES Exhibits Will Be Made By Various State Departments and Prom- inent Men Will Make Addresses. | Governor Eberhart has issued a proclamation which we give below for a meeting at St. Paul on March 16 to 19, which will be known as the Minnesota Conservation congress. Its purpose is to make Minnesota better known to the people of the state, and to this end there will be exhibited the products and resources of the state and also the work of the var- ious state departments. Some of the most important de- partments that will make exhibits are as follows: State Agricultural school and Experiment stations, Statc Highway commission, State board of Health and State Live Stock and Sanitary board. The governor has appointed men from the various congressional dis- tricts to represent their sections of the state at this congress, and Supt.) A. J. McGuire, of the Northeast Ex- periment farm and Charles P. Craig, of Duluth, have been selected to re- present ‘this district. It is expect- ed that this congress will be the means of doing more good than any other meeting ever attempted in the state. ~The following is Governor Hberhart’s proclamation: “That an era of new and complex development is opening in Minnesota there is mo doubt. The soil and climate of the state are second tc none. There exists within the border of this state untold opportunities for the development of farms, mines for- ests, waterpower, reclamation of swamp lands and construction of country roads as well as the neces- sity| for more railroad limes. «m, determine by, a congress of re- presentative men, interested in all lim-- of business and social endeavor, what the resources of this state are and how the rapid and intelligent developement of Mimnesota may be best assisted, will contribute great- ly to the advancement of this com- monvealth to the front rank of th¢ states. “The development of unused lands conservation of soil fertility of lands wow under cultivation; increase of production per acre on the farms; careful handling of mineral resources to elinimate wast; preservation an< perpetuation of the forests; scientific draining of swamp lands; improve- ment of public reads; extension of industrial and agricultural education; Biudy of the practicability of water- power and the continuance of the best sanitary conditions to insure public health; are all subjects which must ‘be considered and agitated in order o give force to a state wide movement for the development of Minnegpta. “The time has come for a new era of pioneering. Men and women are coming into the twest and northwest as in days of old, bu’ they must come and expect to come without facing the hardships endured by the first pioneers. They will open the virgin region of Minnesota, creating new wealth and at once contribute to public maintainance. How to assist these people to the advantages en- joyed by the older and more highly developed regions, giving them good of plant life or they will cease to nor dividends at the increased valu- ation. : “While the state of Minnesota has vast timber and boundless mineral resources, agriculture is a condition te control in a large measure, the industifial activity of the people in towns and cities. Only a little more than one-third. of land in the state suitable for agricultural purposes ‘is now under cultivation. These lands should be opened and handed so ad to insure the best results to the tiller of the \soil. Another demand has followed this ‘The farmer should be given every ‘possible opportunity to secure the knowledge of practical, scientific agriculture, the profits to be gained by crop rotation; the increase pos- sible by creative and selective breed- ing of plants and animals. These jthings generally known and applied {will ~ssult in immense improvements in production. “To develop and extend the. dairy industry necessiates more general ‘discussion and knowledge of stock breeding. Great progress has’ already been made in this state and if the work is encourage” and extended, Minnesota (will /have in ten years, a profitable market in other states and abroad for the high priced cattle which combine milk and beef. “Good roads must be built to enable Minnesota producers to meet the com petition of other producers in states having better transportation facili- ties, nearer markets and improved country roads. The cost of hauling our products from the farm to the marke* is excessive in comparison with the railroad charges for haul- ing similar products and will remain in excess of the cost of wagon haul- ing in other states unless we im- prove our roads. Practical, intelli- gent work on the highways of the state jwill reduce the cost from a half to two-thirds, broaden the scope of the farmers’ market and add to jthe profits. “The source of many rivers, with countless lakes scattered over its broad domain, Mimnesota has un- questioned opportunities for the de- velopment of water power. - Discus- sion of these unharnessed streams and their possibilities by practical engineering is ¢o be desired that the people may realize that rests with them whether they shall have cheap power and at the same time conserve the fuel resources of the state. “At once one of the most healthy regions in the United States, the natural advantages undoubtedly, need: guarding im the cities, in, the homes school houses. How best the public health may be preserved and improved is a question for wide dis- cussion which will ave for a re- sult general education of the people to desire and secure the most health- ful conditions everywhere. “The impractical idea of taking a boy from the farm to teach him farm ing is now overcome by incorporat- jing in the course of the rural schools the eliments of practical scientific agriculture and with the study goes industrial training for the boys and domestic science and art for the girls of the farm. The extension of these studies and how the system can be best fostered by consolidation of these , schools, is a subject of most vital importance and worthy of most earnest, consideration. “Experience has shown that farmers’ institutes, the so-called “short course” and similar meetings have had a wide influence, adding not only millions to the value of pro- duction, but improving the condition of life. That the citizens of Minne- sota should join in such a movement for conservation and agricultural de- velopment seems fitting when the governments of earth have come to deem expenditures of time and money for research, discussion and agita- tion, looking toward the creation of strong public sentiment for better living more important than any other line of work. “Taking into account, therefore, these vital considerations for the welfare of the state, I hereby pro- claim the holding of the Minnesota Conservation and Agricultural De- MIGRATION WAVE ONTHE WAY HERE Northeastern Minnesota Will See Great Influx of Settlers Com- ing Spring. TASCA COUNTY WILL BENEFIT Conservative Business Men Esti- mate that Over 500 Families Will Settle in Itasca Coun- ty Alone. According to emigration authorities and experts, northeastern Minnesota is due to receive a great influx of settlers the coming spring. The ex- perts state that Montana received the greatest number of settlers. last year, but that indications point that Minnesota will be the favored state this year. : It has taken time to correct mis- taken impressions. There was the general idea that this was a frozen and barren country, and again, many were under the impression that the land was so productive and fruitful that you only had to get someone on the land and the rest would take care of itself, but the fact remains that northeastern Minnesota is the garden spot of the northwest and its well tilled farms will so testify. However, this grievous error is being correct- ed. Farmers from Iowa, Illinois and the souther portion of the state hav been ever this portion of the state with a view of buying and have been pereefly surprised to learn of the productiveness of the soil and the early maturity of crops. There have been many prospective buyers in this vicinity during the past three months amd conservative land men place as low estimate that over 500 families will settle in Itasce county the coming spring. Many will exclaim that this estimate is over rated, but when one takes into con- sideration the fact of the large area of the county and the low price at which the lands are sold, they will change their point of view and wonder that many more do not take advantage of the low values. WILL REOPEN THE I.X.L. RESTAURANT John Bilodeau Will Continue Busi- ness in Unburned Portion of Building. 3 John Bilodeau, proprietor of the I.!nament last year, is experiencing a X. L. cafe, which was recently burn- ed, recognizes Grand Rapids’ value as a business /point, and will shortly re-engage in the restaurant business here. He is having the unburned portion of the McAlpine block, which was occupied by Hilling’s Confection- try ‘store, repaired and expects to be in shape to thandle the trade the first of the week. Since coming to Grand Rapids, Mr. Bilodeau has earned a reputation for the excellence of his viands and his customers will be glad to hear of his decision to remain in Grand Rapids The counter, stools, stove and mumer- ous other fixtures were not damaged to any great extent by the fire and as soon as the repairing of the build-j action is much appreciated. ing is completed the restaurant will be opened for business. At the Gem. It is becoming a well known fac that one can visit the popular little “Gem” theatre and always be satis- fied not only with the length of the entertainment, but with clean, clear t wil] travel on the Great Northern Iness establishments will be ITASCACOUNTY'S - ~—OATTOURNAMENT This Great Event Will Take Place at Coleraine February 19 and 20. ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS IN PRIZES Noted Riders From Principal Points in United States Will Com- pete at National Tourna- ment for Prizes. Cash prizes amounting to over $500 and medals and trophies amounting to that much more have been decid- ed on by the prize committee of the Itasca Ski club, which will handle the events at the national tournament which takes place at Coleraine Sat- ~-Ayy and Sunday, February 19 and 20, » Several of the Bovey and Coleraine merchants have donated special prizes for the amatures and G. G. Hartley, of Duluth has offered a handsome silver loving cup for the longest jump at the tournament made by a member of the Itasca ski club. The Stone Ordean-Wells firm, of Duluth, is also jamong the list of contributors of ial prizes. ‘he secretary of the club is in re- ceipt of letters from the foremost riders in the country saying that they will be there for the event. Du- luth’s expert jumpers will be present. Two Chicago clubs, the Nor and the Norge have signified their intention cdfoonting ‘their best men. All the way from Utica, N. Y., other knights o ski will come. The secretary the First United Kingdom of thé Ski which is the club in Utica, state tiiat from three to half a dozen ~rid- ers wilk enter from there. Ishpeming and Negaunee, Mich., and Chippawa Falls, Wis., say they have some crack riders fresh from the old country who will make the American experts extend themselves if they would retain their titles. The St. Palul clu will be well represent- ed and both of the Minneapolis or- ganizations will send representatives. The Minneapolis Ski club has just completed alterations on its slide which will make it one of the best in *e northwest. The slide will have an angle of 45 degrees to start off the shoot and will taper down to about 40 degrees near the jump. This will make it one of the steepest hills in the country and will give the mill city jumpers the right kind of practice for the national tournament. Eau Claire, Wis., which held the tour big boom in the sport end will probat ly have as many riders in attendance as any of the big cities. .The old slide at Coleraine was de- molished by a terrific wind storm during the latter part of August and since that time over $2500 has been subscribed by public spirited citizens of Itasca county and northern Minne- sota, with which to build another and more modern slide. The citizens of Colera’ne and Bovey have worked together to make this huge undertak- ing a success’ and the employees of the American Bridge company, who are erecting the washing plant, have kindly offered to erect the new steel slide, free of charge. Their generous It is expected this tournament will also be of great benef’t to Grand Rap ids, as well as Coleraine and Bovey. A larg¢ number of thoseywho attend and will undoubtedly take the exten- sion out of Grand Rapids. The re sult is Grand Rapids hotels and busi- bene- fited accordingly. roads, educational institutions, trans- portation facilities, | mail routes,|ipal auditorium in the city of St. healthful surroundings, —_telephone| pay! on March 16, 17, 18 and 19, 1910 Hines and markets im which to buy/and earnestly invite the entire citi- and sell, is one of the problems|zenship of the state to participate which citizens of Minnesota may well] in and co-operate in carrying out the consider in a meeting of represen- plans for this gathering that its pur- tetive msn anton es, poses may be fully realized.” “For many years parts of this Notice. state have . been severely subjected to single cropping. Thousands of farms have been compelled to yield| The Grand Rapids roller rink will year after year the same crop until|be opened hereafter only on Thurs- the soil is wearing out and profits|day, Friday and Saturday afternoons have undoubtedly been reduced. Tues | and evenings and Sunday afternoon. soils must be given back the element O. L, Rannfranz, Mer. vq@lopment Congress, in the munic- cut and instructive pictures and pleas P ing songs given and displayed there| AS @ means of advertising Itasca and the pictures are getting beter county ‘he tournament should not be at each change. The management| underestimated. Delegates will be her is continually looking ahead for new|{rom ali over the United States anc? things in this line and they have in|many of them are entirely unacqua- view some surprises for the public, | inted with this section of the state, such as “Up San Juan Hill”a great|¢F have only a vague idea of its military picture of the war of ’98;|immense resources. All should see “Maud Muller” which is taken from|that the delegates are made aware the famous poem by that name and|°% its advantages, both] as to its busi- “With Sealed Instructions” a picture|2©8S opportunities and healthful cli- of the ‘White House the capitol and | mate. its members. Thus keeping in line| The Mist of prizes for the national with their motto “Somethirig New|tournament es selceted are as fol- All the Time.” dws: : ' Professional class—first prize, $75 and gold medal; second, $65; third $55; fourth, $45; fifth, $35; sixth, $25; seventh $20; eighth, $18; nimth $15; tenth $12; eleventh, $10 twelfth, $5; thirteenth, box of snuff. Amatuer class—first prize, gold medal and Nor silver trophy cup; second, gold ring; third, set of Skis; fourth, merschaum pipe fifth briar pipe; sixth box of cigars: Boys class—firs* prize, $25 silver loving cup; second, suit of clothes; third, fountain pen; fourth sweater; fifth, set of gold cuff buttons; sixth, pailr of shoes. Special events—Twin jump, $10 longest standing jump, $10; cross country run, first, $25; second, $15; third, $10; longest jump by members of Itasca club, Hartley silver cup. GREEN ALLOWED TO RETURN HOME Was Arrested on Charge of Steal- ing Locket From County Attorney Price. The case of Harry Green, who was arrested on a charge of stealing a locket from County Attorney Price, came up before Court Commissioner Pratt Saturday. According to the evidence in the case, Green had been employed, iby Mr. Price during thé summer months at his Pokegama lake farm and during the hustle and bus- tle which attended the returning of the family to their Grand Rapids resi- dence, the locket was carelessly thrown on a table and forgotten. Nothing more was thought of the matter until the report was circulat- ed that Green was carrying a. very valuable locket, whieh he exhibited to friends, saying’ it was given to him. Mr. Price learned of the fact and immediately made search for the forgotten locket. It was not found and Mr. Price naturally came to the conclusion that Green had taken it. A short time ago he met Green and demanded the locket, and the latter denied- having it, but finally broke down and confessed it was "in his possession, but said that a com- panion had given ft to him. He was arrested and thé hearing was held Saturday, but on account of his youth he was given his freedom on promise he would leave the state. This he promised to do and the at- tcrneys in the case made up a purse large enough to return him to his | Iowa home, FIVE ACCUSED OF VIOLATING LAWS Four Men and a Woman Charged With Introducing Liquor in Indian Territory. Four men and a woman, charged with violating the United States laws relative to introducing liquor into “forbiden country” were indicted by the federal grand jury at Duluth Thursday. They were arraigned and one pleaded not guilty and was ‘re- leased on. $500 bonds. Three plead- ed guilty and were sentenced by age Morris to serve 60 days each in jail. In the case of the fifth Gus Johnson, it was represented to the court that he had heard that he might be indicted and came in vol- untarily to see if he really was charg ed with the offense. James and Wm. Swinu were first two arraigned. William denied the charge and James pleaded guilty. They live in Bena as do the other two Ed. Gannon and May Prevost, who Pleaded guilty to the same offense received sentences of 60 days each. WILL NOT OPPOSE STREET PAVING School Board Will Not Oppose Plan if Majority of Own- ers Favor It. At a meeting of the school board of district No. 1, held Monday evening, the matter of paving was taken up. Residents on Kindred avenue are talking of extending the paving the coming summer and the board de- cided that if a majority of the tax payers favored the plan they would not oppose it, although they were not in favor of the proposed extension. The usual grist of bills was allowed. PROCEEDINGS IN DISTRICT COURT John Jones, of Deer River, Declared Guilty of Assault Charge By Jury. CHARLES PETERSON FOUND GUILTY Was Charged With Maintaining Slot Machines in Saloon--Ap- pealed From Justice Court Verdict. The case of the state of Minnesota vs. John Jones, of Deer River, was taken up Wednesday. This case was tried in justice! court and Jones was found guilty and appealed the case. According to the evidence there had been considerable ill feeling between the Jones and Loiselle families, at Deer River, and Mrs. Loiselle and Jones became engaged in an alterca- tion over who should remove a cer- tain rubbish pile and it is alleged that during this altercation Jones struck Mrs. Loiselle. After being out a short time the jury brought in a verdict of guilty. Another of the Bovey saloon cases Was taken up Thursday morning, and this was also am appeal from justice court. He was charged with main- taining slot machines in his saloon at Bovey, the evidence being obtained by F. W. Hill and Detective ohnJson The jury returned a verdict of guilty. A short ‘time ago Peterson was tried on am appeal case with breaking the Sunday closing laws. At that time Peterson was held at Cayuna on a charge of complicity. in. a. case, and was unable to appear con- subsequently the case went by defaul Tuesday morning the case of Cooli- dge-Schussler Lumber company vs. John Hurley, of Bovey, was taken up. In this case, suit was instituted to reoover possession of a span of horses which were sold to Otto Sai- ley iby) the plaintiff, their value be- ing secured Jw a mortgage. A short time ago Sailey sold the team to John Hurley, representing there was ao incumberances against them, and o for parts unknown. The jury returned a verdict for the defend ant after being out a" night. The case of John Gustafson vs. the Erickson Lumber company of Deer River was taken up this morning. The plaintiff is suing to recover compen- sation for labor, which it is alleged he performed for the Erickson com- pany. HOLDS MINERAL CLAUSE VALID Judge Stanton Hands Down De- cision in Mineral Clause Test Case. Judge Stanton has informally an- nounced his decision in the cases brought by the Northern Pacific, Emi Carlson and others and by P. B. Net- tleton to test the mimeral reserve clause in the deeds issued by the Northern Pacific railway company and the cause ‘s upheld. These cases were tests and were strenously contested. John Lind and former Attorney General Young be- img among those Who appeared as equneil in the cases. It was understood from the begin- ing that the cases would be taken to supreme court no matter which side won, a8 both wished the matter fina‘ly settlerd. Many Brainerd people are inter- ested, among them the Park Region Land company, which has this reser- vation in some of its lands. The Country Kid. The Grand Rapids Dramatic club will present the rural drama, The Country Kid, at Village hall, Friday evening, March 4. The scenes are filled with laughable situations. The club is working hard in order to get it in shape and next week ‘he Herald Review will give the cast of charac- ters yom. ro oy ee =