Grand Rapids Herald-Review Newspaper, August 3, 1910, Page 1

SS ee we —§ 8 PAGES Grand Uapids Herald-Neview. Vor, XXI.—No. 7 NOMINATED LIND. TO HEAD TICKET A Somewhat Stormy Convention Held at Minneapolis Thursday. JOHN LIND WILL NOT ACCEPT Delegates From the Country Would not Listen to Hennepin and Ramsey Counties’ Wishes to Abandon Lind. A, B. Clair returned Friday morn- ing from Minneapolis where he at- tended the Democratic state conven- tion as a delegate from Itasca county, He says the conventida was a lively one and at times was almost dra- matic. He said the county delegates were a unit for the nomination of John Lind and would not listen to the protests of the Hennepin and Ramsey delegates, who undertook to show the futility of naming Lind in face of the fact that he had emphatically declined to accept the nomination under any circumstances. My. Clair said he still haped to hear that the nominee would yield to the demands of the party and return from his Alaskan trip to enter the campaign. Chairman E. L, Buck of the Itasca county committee, also at- tended the convention as a delegate. When seen by a Herald-Review re porter, he expressed the opinion that Lind would not accept the nomination and that a great mistake had been made in naming him. He said, how- ever, that the party would not be discouraged; that the state was full af Democrats who could defeat Bper- hart, and if Lind stuck to his onigip- al plan, one would be named by the state committee who would do the job. When advised at Everett, Wash. that he had been nominated Mr. Lind is reported to have said: “I cannot understand the reported action of the convention. I have stated repeatedly that I could not and would not accept the nomina- tion, I stated in a letter to the chairman of the state central com- mittee some weeks ago that my decision ‘not to re-enter politics was irrevocable, and my attitude remains unchanged. This ds all I care to say at this time.” The Ticket. For Governor—John Lind of Mimne- apolif. Lieutanant Governor—M. C. Tift, Long Prairie. Secretary of State—Fred W. John- son of Nefy Ulm Attorney General—J. of Olivia, State Auditor—T. J. Meaghan of Albert Lea. Clerk of Supreme Court—Fred E. Wheaton of Minneapolis. State Treasurer—Charles F, Lander of St. Cloud. Railroad and Warehouse Commis- ‘giondr—James C. Tracy of Roches- ter. Supreme Court Justices—T. D. O’- Brien of St. Paul; A. H. Snow of Wi- nona; Philip E, Brown of Luveme; Calvin L. Brown of Morris. cA M. Freeman Building More School Houses. At the regular meeting of the school board held Monday evening contracts were let for the building of three new buildings. Chas. Olson was given the contract for the erection of the Hill lake school while J. M. Price received the contracts for the erection of bulidings in 149-28 and 149427. R. A. McAllister was given the job of painting and repairing the Blackberry and Anderson schools and S. W. Dinwiddie was given the con- fraket = for the repairing of the Whorofare school. Clerks Win Again. The North side clerks are seeming- ly invincible. Last evening they de- feated the ‘tailors in a hotly contest- Jed four inning game by @ score of g to 1. At the conclusion of the game supper was served at the Palace restaurant and the bill of fare was spring chicken, fried, and more fried spring chicken. The spread was a triumph of culinary art. Granp Rapips, Irasca CounTy, MINN, Wepnzspay, AvuGuST 3, IgIo. DROWNING AT SUGAR LAKE Mrs. Thomas Hughes Drowned At Sugar Lake Tuesday Evening in a) Inches of Water. Mrs. Thomas Hughes age about 45 years, drowned in about eight inches of water on the north side of Sugar lake Tuesday evening at about five o'clock. Mr. and Mrs. Hughes own a farm on Sugar lake and, as neal as can be learned, Mts. Hughes had been in bathing and was returning to shore, when suddenly she fell in the water, which Was abouut eight inches deep, and did not attempt to arise. The little daughter of Robt. Lyons, who was with her, at once shouted for help and attracted the attention of Mrs. James Pearson, who in turn summoned her husband to learn the cause of the cries for help. In the meantime, the young son of Mr. and Mrs. Hughes and Judge Otis’ son, wha _ were’ sailing about the lake were attracted by the little girl’s shouts and came up to the pier. They immediately lifted her out of the water and laid her on the pier. Mr. Pearson then arrived on the scene and carried Mrs Hughes to the house where every effort was made to resuscitate her, but it was too late. Mr. Pearson then drove to Grand Rapids to notify the husband who has been doing teaming about the village. Mr. Hughes at once drove out ‘o the lake and up to the hour of going to press has not re- turned. It is supposed that heart failure was the cause of the fatality. HOSE COUPLERS MAY BE MATCHED Ray Dennis, of Bemidji, Disputes Lofberg’s Time——Thinks It Was Impossible. The Sunday News Tribune con- tained an article under a Bemidji date line regarding the records made by Ray Dennis, of Bemidji, and Lest- er Lofberg, of Grand Rapids. At the tournament held at Grand Rapids -in Jne by the eastern division of the Northern Minnesota Firemen’s Tourn ment association, Lofberg, assister by Joe Cloutier, made the coupling in the phenominal fast time of 3 3-5 seconds. At the tourney of the mest- ern division, which was held at Bemidji, Dennis made the coupling in four seconds) flat. When the western division learn- ed of the fast ttime made by Lof- perg, its members immediately made a howl that he had beat the gun and insinuated the timekeepers were not fair and a lot of other rot. During practice, before the event was pull- ed off, Lofberg made the coupling in 3 2-5 sceonds as can be attested by a large number who witnessed the coupling and his friends feel confi- dent that if a match is arranged be- tween him and! the Bemidji poy, he will learn the western division members something about coupling. PRIMARIES AND ELECTION DATES September 20 for Nominations and November 8 for Final Decisions The primary election this year comes on Tuesday, Sept. 20. Candi- dates who desire to have their names on the officilal ballot must file with ithe county auditor at least twenty days before that time. This makes Tuesday, August 30, the last day for filfng this year. The general election comes this year on Tuesday, Novem- ber 8. Candidates for offices in which votes are to be cast in more than One county must file with the secre- tary of state. Legislative candidates are required to pay $10.00 filing fee. Other candidates pay a fee of $20.00, except in case of county commission- ers, whose compensation is less than $300.00; these will pay a five dollar filing fee, ! A candidate for the legislature or for a county office may be nominated by petition, but the petition must be signed by at least 10 per cent of the voters resident within the district or political division from which the OOOO OOOOH OHOHOH OH OUOOMO- Oe BHOn OHO OB eer Bn OeE. | SENATOR D. M. GUNN'S PLATFORM | S00 810880 OHO OOOOH OHO O18 8-8 OHO: OOH BHOLONE: Orbe BOO er Bree OeOnOneH en OH OOHOnOnenOueHOnBHo: OOO One: TO MY CONSTITUENTS OF THE FIFTY-SECOND LEGISLATIVE DIS- TRICT OF MINNESOTA: I bave filed as a candidate on the Republican ticket for re-nomina- tion and re-election to the Senate. You are entitled to know where I stand on those public matters with which the legislature of this state has to do, and upon which the legislature will be required to act, especially those great public questions affecting the Northern part of this state. Fully appreciating all this, and realizing that I will be un- able to personally meet any considerable number of the a of this big district during the campaign I take this opportunity to state my pos:tion on such quéstions: First: I endorse the platform of the Republican party adopted at its istate convention held in St. Paul on the 2ist day of June, 1910, and pledgé my best efforts to carry out all of its provisions. : Second: In my judgment, the watter of reapportionment based up- on the 1910 census, is of: paramount importance in Northern Minnesota. The settlement and development of Northern Minnesota has reached that point where a just and equal represemtation in the state legisla- ture is a vital necessity. The public and private welfare of all our peo- ple requires and demands that we should: have equal representation in the legislature to the end that the influence and power of this section of the state may have its effect in proper, beneficial legislation. To un- derstand and appreciate what Pag representation in the legisla- ture, with its resulting beneficial legiblation, means to usit is only nec- essary to call attqntion to the fact that all of the great state funds, in- cluding the great school fund, have been derived and are now being obtained largely from Northern Minn ; take the matter of drainage, building of roads, and taxation, all depend upon legislation, and that brings me to what I consider the second matter of importance at this time: the question of taxing state lands or in some way providing that the state of Minnesota shall pay in the way of taxes or otherwise, some reasonable part of the actual enhancement im value ofitslands by public improvements derived from taxation. The state owns millions of acres of wild, un-improved lands in Northern Minnesota. Those lands are so loeated or situated that they are constantly and steadily being en- hataced in value by the labor of every homesteader and settler. Every rod of road and every foot of ditch constructed by the counties, the townships and the settlers, every acre ef land cleared by every home- steader, imcreases the value of the state’s lands. It #eems to me that it is not fair or right for the state of Minnesota to be im’ the land busi- ness, speculating with these public lands, and not pay a reasopable part of the taxes required for the public improvément and development by whith the lands are so ihcreased in value: In my judgment, all wild and unimproved lands held py railroads, the state and other speculators, should be taxed at least equally with lands owned by settlers, for the building of roads and ditches, and for such other public improvements as tend to enhance the value of the lands. Third: This state, the Unitetl States, and for that matter lthe world has become awakened and is now alive to the necessity of con- servation of natural resources, and I endorse fully the position taken by the Republican party and its platform upon that subject. Fourth: I staid for the strict regulation and controi of the liquor traffic, and the strict and rigid enforcement of all provisions relating to the same now on the statute books of this state, and for the strict and rigid ehmforcement of such other and future provisions as may be enact- ed, and I pledge myself to a fair, full and free consideration of ail leg- islation pertaining to the liquor traffic and, its regulation. Fifth: I have lived in Northern Minnesota for many years. I expect to continue to live here. All my property and all my imterests are here. All that I have, and all that I expect to have depends upon the pros- perty, progress and development of the state. If re-elected to the senate, I pledge my best efforts toward carrying ‘out and securing all of the foregofng propositiyns and also all other matters of public importance to the state, and especially to our part of the state. Respectfully, Grand Rapids, Mimesota. D. M. GUNN. Minnesota, by virtue of state laws, in the keeping of public records as eligible as a petitioner for any nomi- nation tid an office for which nomi- CHANGES MADE ON EXTENSION “Blue Goose” Now Runs From Cass Lake to Kelly Lake—No Other Changes Made. Taking affect Monday morning Aug. 1, the, “Blue Goose,” which formerly ran between Grand Rapids and Kelly Lake, now runs from Cass Lake to Kelly Lake. This train now leaves Cass Lake at 3 o'clock a. m., and leaves Grand Rapids at 8 o’clock a. m. Two crews are used to make this run and the west bound train ar- rives at Grand Rapids the same time as heretofore, 4:15 p.m. No change was made im the running time of the “Merry Widow” and it is understoad the plan of running it into Duluth has been abandoned. Work on the round. house goes steadily on and a six stall house will be erected. Since the change made im the running of the “Blue Goose,” only two engines tie up at Grand Rapids, but it is understood the empty stalls will be used to house perishable freight during the winter mees were voted upon at such prit mary. Such petition camnot be sign- ed until after the date of the pri- mary election. A defeated candidate at the pri- mary election is ineligible for nomina- tion to the same office by petition. The Highest Endorsement. “I cqnsider (M. A. Spang as being one of the most competent, worthy and conscientious county auditors I have ever come in contact with. I have’ been employed as an expert accountant for nearly a quarter of a century, and during that period much of my work has been in county re- cords. I make no reservation when I say he stands in my estimation among the very best I ever met. His books and records are in perfect order, and he gives them a consci- {the two offices relate, one to the pther, would make such an asser- tion. It required nearly six months of hard’ work by myself and an assistant to untangle and straighten out the books of the treasurer. The auditor could only learn of the con- dition existing through accident or suspicion, just as any citizen might have done In order to take action he would have to assume that wrong existed to start with. The public examiner is the man to blame if any, whose business it is to check up the books and accounts of public officials. The state laws, however, are first at fault. Under our present laws men are actually invited to go ‘wrong, and will do so, if they are so inclined. The wonder is that there are not more short- ages by county treasures in Minneso- ta.” Col. Holmes was in Grand ‘months. Got a Stiff Fine. jWm. B. Perrington, who was ar- Tested by Game Warden Jesse Harry on a charge of shooting deer out of season jm section 16, 56-25, was given a stiff fine, he being an old offender. The case was tried before Judge Huson and Perrington, being found guilty, was given a fine of $100 and costs, amoynting in total to $128.74. Perrington paid the fine. TROUBADOURS AT Two Dollars a Year, APPROPRIATION FOR FAIR GROUNDS County Commissioners Appropriat- ed $500 More to Pay Outstand- ing Indebtedness. OTENEAGEN TOWNSHIP ORGANIZED Notified By War Department to Remove Logs Jammed Under Mississippi River Bridge Above Cohasset. At am adjourned meeting of the board of county commissioners held Saturday am order from the war de partmeAt was read notifying the commissioners to remove the logs jammed under the Mississippi river bridge elbove Cohasset. As the logs jammed belong to the Itasca Lumber Pdmipany’s drive, the auditor was instructed to notify that company to remove the logs. In regard to the proposed road in 62-25,Commissioners O’Brien and.Muii lihs were appointed a committee ta examine the road and direct the nee+ essary repairs. At this meeting Sheriff Riley turned over the list of uncollected personal property taxes to be examined by the board. A petition requesting that Con gressional townships 144-25, 145-25 and 146-25 be organized under the name of Oteneagen township was VILLAG™ HALL ? Will Appear Under Auspices of the Blue Bell Club Saturday Even- ing, August 6. The Troubadours Amusement com- pany! are slated to appear at vil- lage hall Saturday evening under the auspices of the Blue Bell club and those who attend are promised ain evening’s entertainment of the highest order. 'The following is the personell of the company: Helen Harkness, reader; Michael Briglia, violin; Nichol Brigilia, flute; Michael Varallo, harp; John Varallo, violin. The Troubadours are a combination of genume entertainers and artistic soloidts of the highest order and their programs are rendered with exquisite feeling Their technique cannot be improved on and the au- diance can expect a musical treat. At the conclusion of the concert ‘dancing will be indulged in and a pleasant evening is assured all. COURT HOUSERS PAID FOR SUPPER Defeated By North Side Clerks in Interesting Contest At South- side Park. The most interesting base ball game of the season was that between the Court house officials and the North side clerks at Southside park Thursday evening and a large number af spectators witnessed the exhibi tion. Only five innings were played and the game was an errorless one from start to finikh. Sensational plays during the game were a catch in night field by Register of Deeds E. J. McGowan and a home run by Carl Eiler on a muffed third strike by the catcher. The court house gang piled up sevem scores in the fourth inning amd the clerks ran them a close second, getting six scores in the third. The game was called off at the ‘end of the fifth 4n- ning and when the score was counted entious consideration that could not easily be excelled.” This is the unsolicited opinion of no less an authority than Col F. E. Holmes, who put in about six months check- ing up the accounts of the late treasurer of ‘Itasca county. He is one of the highest priced account- ants in the country and is recog- nized as qm authority on work in his line. With reference to the im timation that the county auditor should have detected the defalcation pf the treasurer at an earlier date, candidate is presented. No penson,|Col. Holmes said: “No one who un- who has voted at a primary, shall be|derstands the system followed in Rapids this week on business in connection with the bonds of the late treasurer. Unknown Man Killed. The body of an unknown man, evi- dently of Finnish birth, was found on the Great Northenn tracks near Goodland Tuesday of last week after fifty cars had passed over the body. Undertaker Libby was summoned.from Grand Rapids to take charge of the body and burial was made at the county’s expense. | up it was found the clerks led by a score of 13 to 10. At the conclusion of the game the opposing forces made a home run to the Grill restaurant where a chicken supper had been ordered and good- fellowship reigned supreme. The tables were loaded with tempting and wellcooked viands, but they soon disappeared under concerted action and vigorous onslaughts by both teams. After the spread a smoker was participated im by all present. and all wended their way homeward de- claring the game the only real one of the season. favorably acted upon. Oteneagen, township was named in honor of an Indian chief who lives in the newly named townshib, A petition was received requesting an additional $500 for the purposé of paying the outstamding indebted- ness of the Itasca County Agricultur- al association and after considering the matter the request was granted. In regards to the operation of the Pokegam4 lake ferry, the matter was referred to a tommittee consisting of Commissioners O’Brien afd Mullins: Auditor ‘Spang was instructed to ad- vertise for bids for graveling the Grand ‘Rapids-Cohasset road. He twas also instructed to advertise for bids for the improvement of the Blackberry road, according to plams and specifications prepared by the kedunty surveyor and on file in the office of the county auditor. It was decided to paint the poor farm puild< img and the auditor notified to ads vertise for bids. W. ©. Gilbert and C. C. MeCarthy were appointed to represent Itasca county at the National Conservation eghgress, which will be held at St. Paul the first part of September. A large number of petitions were re- ceived asking that election precincts be establshed in unorganized towns. The betitions were in a majority of instances granted. The next meet« ing of the board will be held Wednes* day, August 10. Change in Gem Management. Taking effect Tuesday evening, August 2, the managers of the Gem are now Comer & Co., Q. L. Trask having disposed of his interests to the new company on accoumi of his manifold duties at the Itasca store, G. R. Comer will have entire charge of the Gem, and Earl Morse will bé retained as pianist and vocalist. Front the Gem’s popularity, it is very evi- dent that Mr. Comer thoroughly un- derstands the motion picture busi- ness and he states it will be his aim to constantly improve the ser- vice at that deserving and popular little playhouse. The pictures and songs are of the best and Mr. Comer’ employes expert assistants, so it i¢ not to be wondered at that the Gem is well filled each evening. Additional Mail Service. Something long wanted by Grand Rapids has at last come to pass. Yesterday morning a way mail ser- vice was established on the Grand Rapids extension and this village now has direct mail communications with Coleraine, Bovey, Holman, Marble, Calumet and all other rapge towns. This will be welcome news to busi- ness men. on the range. ‘George F. Johnson visited ‘witht friends at Bemidji over Sunday.