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The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
MAY HAVE BEEN MURDERED
Bergstad's Taking Off Puzzles Jury at
East Grand Forks.

EAST GRAND FORKS, MINN.-The coror-
er's jury which held inquest over the body
of Albert Bergstad, who found dead on
the railroad tracks yesterday, returned YER
dict that he came to his death in manner
unknown TO the juryA There were SO many
suspicious circumstances pointing toward foul
play that tie general opinion is that the man
assaulted and left the track in an I'M
conscious condition, afterward being struck by
the train.
Bergstar was about 81 years old, and his
home was at Northwcod, Iowa The engineer of
the train which struck Bergstad testified thnt
he saw the body lying on the track, but was
unable to stop his engine in time to avoid hit
ting it.
The post-yn examination revealed two
deep knife wounds in the head the ear.
There was testimony showing that Bergstad had
quHrreled with employee Of a livery stable
ana that aftcrward the were seen going
toward that section of the track where Berg
stad's body later found.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
PREMATURE CELEBRATION

WINONA NINN.-Over $500 worth of
Fourth os July ammunition was destroyed at
dusk last evening in the North Star grocery,
owned by c. y. Schiller: The fuses were ig-
nitcd By q lighted match which dropped from
Il hand of boy as he was lighting the gas
~ the window and the reports which followed
were heard for many blocks. The windows of
the store blown out and damage
Yves done by smoke. The 1remen were called
and eytInguishcG the flames. The loss Is COW
cred by insurance.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
DOGS MADE MAD BY POISON
Pack Of Stag Hounds Gives Settlers ]
Strenuous Day.

PIERRE, s. D.-A pack Of stag hounds,
owned near Philip. got at poison which was put
out for coyotes, but failed to eat enough Of
the poison to kill them. They all went mad
and began fighting among themselves, and
when their owner tried to quiet them they at
tackled him. giving him a hard fight to get
free. .
They then started roundup Of their own
In that section and killed several other dogs
and tore number of sheep before they were
killed by the settlers. Before completing their
work the settlers given lively day of it..
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
NO FUNERALS ON SUNDAY
New Rule Is Laid Down by Cemetery
Board at Red Wing.

RED WING, MINN.-The cemetery board
has decided that there shall be more burials
held Sunday. unless peculiar circumstances
demand it, in which case special permits will
be granted. 1t the unanimous wish OF
the cergynen that this step be TAKEN
Mrs. Clara o. Hillen has been granted a
divorce from Robert c. Hilen, who deserted
her and who is believed to be, in California
They were married in October 1904.
Anne Peterson was granted divorce from
Goteried Peterson. also the ground of de-
sertion. They were married in November, 1894
Marie Honnedahl is suing her husband FOL
divorce. The Hommedahls wealthy and prom
inent. and the trial is likely to prove sensa
tiOnal.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
STOLE sLOCUM'S FINEST RIG
No Trace Found by Crookston Officers
of a Daring Thief

CROOKSTON, MIMI The police are securing
surrounding territory in u search for a bold
horse-ro At an early hour today a man
entered the stable of W. E. Slocum, selected the
best Of ten horses, and the best set Of harness
and hitching to 5000 rubber-tired buggy. drove
away. The operations Of the robber were wit
messed by neighbor, but she gave no alarm be-
lieving him to be Mr.. Slocum. Surrounding
towns were notified but as yet no trace has been
found. The horse harness and buggy were
valued at above $500. '.'+ ..
The annual picnic Of the Woodmen of the
state, which will be held here July IL promises
to bring several thousand visitors to the city.
lodge and not dull hour will be spent during
the day. r..
Fishing in the Red Lake river which winds
in and out Of the residence section. Is quite the
vogue and while no one has had much luck to
brag Of, all have hopes of landing gigantic
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
KILLED Els SISTER

BAGLEY, MINN.-Christina Norstrom, the
1C-year-old child Of Jens Norstrom. living in
the town of People, was yesterday accidentally
shot by he" brother Ole, ~ years old: The
boy had been out with 22-caltber rifle and.
returning 10 the house, was attempting to re-
move the cartridge when the gun went off
and the bullet struck his sister on the fore.
head killing her Instantly. -, ~. So
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04

church, welcomed 2,0oo persons on behalf Of the
city at the opening exercises Tuesday morning.
Rev. j. c. Linton, pastor of the Presbyterian
church, responded In behalf Of the members OF
the G. A. r: and "; r. G.: Both speeches We're
The Minneapolis Drum Corps, consisting Of ten
old veterans and the Flandreau band furnished
the music. male quartet assisted materially
In rounding out beautiful program. The
speaker Of the day. Judge Frederic r. Cuthbert
of Canton. held his audience spellbonnd. At the
close Of his speech the audience surrounded him
and showered many fattering praises upon him.
The first of the Flandreau Driving Park races
were pulled of yesterday afternoon. Mike Col
Inns had Baby in form and she outclassed her
field. Queen Anoka won handily In the 040
trot, and Billy Gold won the half run; best
time, .501a Starter Matthews average was
three scores for the day, which was a pleasin.
feature. The weather was fair, the tract fast
and attendance 2,00O
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
1000 BALLOTS; NO NOMINEE

WEBSTER CITY, IOWA.-The thirty seventh
district republican senatorial convention closed
its two days session yesterday afternoon, bound
in deadlock, and with no prospects for
break. The convention will meet again in this
city Thursday afternoon and continue ballot
ing. In all 1,6oo ballot were cast, in each case
the candidates receiving the following votes:
D. c. Chase, Webster City, Hamilton county.
II votes; George Ward, Eldora, Hardin county,
II votes; Charles Peterson, Clarion, Wright
county. Is votes. Necessary for choice, 20
votes s" -"
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
CONTRACT FOR NEW CHURCH

WOETHINGTON. MINN-The Congregational
society of this place today awarded tue con-
tract for handsome church home to replace the
destroyed by fire year ago The new
church vii be 5lz;50 with Sunday school rooms
and kitchen in the basement.
Sheriff Fauskee arrested Halrh Nelsan.' wanted
at Tlsccla, Ill. on charge Of forgery. Nelson
was arrested 1T brewster about two months ago,
but escaped FROM the village jail, and has since
been working farm near Adrian. -
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
sULLIVAN's AssAILANTs HELD

HUDSON. Wis.-Three men accused of as
saulting William Sullivan of Saltwater
raigned here yesterday afternoon before Jndse
Disney, when they gave their names as John
Valid, James Fleming and Frank Bismer Their
trial will come off July I. -.f -. -s,>>'t :-s
Sheriff Johnson believes they. are desperate
criminals and is using extra precaution to guard
the jail. - - E@ IT., -
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
STORE WAS SOON DONE FOR

BESSEMER. MICH.-The italian Cooperative
Ave started last March was closed this morn
iJg on cbattel mortgage to the ST. Croix
Produce company covering all its stock, horses
ragons ana book assets. There is some So 900
wing unsecured creditors and the stockholders
s:omprised of Italian miners in this vicinity
, nd are out also their stock to the tune of
3, coo more. AL H.. ~. +.-E.s
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
0UTH DAKOTA
0UTH DAKOTA
CROWDS FLOCK
TO FLANDREAU
!. A. r. ENOAlGPMENT ATTRACTS
1000 VISITORS.

,uShbert and Kelley Draw Upon Ora
torical Reservoirs and Are Wildly
CEeered-Choice Program Of Races
and Other Sports for Each Afternoon
of the Festivities.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04

DULUTH, NINN.-The government Lakeside
Ssh hatchery output includes 23,ooO,c eco white
lsh, 3.bOO,630 pike and perch, So0J0co lake
t:Gut. 10000 brock trout and 100000 steclhead
salmon. About 25.ctO brook tro:t and %, 900
stcelheads yet remain TO be planted. s$a5
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04

The Royal .......... 8 8
Time. 2:88, 2.31, 1892 2:29A.
In the baseball game Sioux Falls beat Elan
dreau Indians by 8 to q
Former Congressman ]. e. Kelley made an
able address yesterday afternoon.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
CELEBRATIONS IN
IN. NORTHWEST
CROOKSTON'S OBSERVANCE NOISY
AND SPECTACULAR.
Congressman STEVENSON Delivers the
Grafton at Frazee, Where Fine Pro-
gram Was Arranged-Sane and Quiet
Fourth at Fargo and Moorhead.
Specials to The Journal.

Specials to The Journal
Crookston MINI, July 4.-Th1s city cele
DRAFTED the Fourth in a noisy and spectacular
manner committee appointed by the mayor
at the suggestion Of the Commercial club
formulated a program which was both inter
esting and exciting. Two games Of baseball
were scheduled with a fust team from Ada
The visitors brought their band and the
Crookston band gave several patriotic concert:
and for this evening an open air concert anG
illumination have been planned. The program
calls for the illumination of the entire business
district.
BAGLEY, MLNN.-The day was celebrated
in several places in Clearwater county. Elab
crate preparations were made at Bagley, witt
an appropriate literary program, a baseball
game in the afternoon and al Indian wal
dance and bowery dances in the evening.
Celebrations were also held at Winsor, Nal
lard and Olberg. County Attorney Edward T.
Teitsworth delivered the grafton.
FRAZEB, MINN.-Congressman Steenerson's
speech was the feature of the celebration here.
Over $500 were given in PRICES Perham's ia
nous band is here and the Perham and Detroit
baseball teams Will play for a purse. ~ = 4 I
FARGO, N. D.-There was quiet and sane
Fourth in Fargo today, there being cele
bration Of any nature In either Fargo or Moor
head Races and ball games at Lisbon, Cassel
ton and Hiilsboro attracted large number ant
many went to the lakes. Private picnic partie:
to nearby resorts were numerous. "
HASTINGS, MINN.-Hnstings celebrated tn
Fourth In a fitting manner. Thousands from
neighboring cities md towns were present.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04

PRESCOTT, WIs-At the annual school meet
aeding DR.. II. C. Cotton.--The Fourth was cele-
grated here with two games of ball. various
sTiorts and dance. all in charge of Prices cadet
cand.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04

Flandreau, 8. D., July 4.-The Flandreau races
and encampn,snt arc drawing magnificent crowds.
Rev. w. A. Cave, pastor of the Methodist
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04
GOVERNOR SINGS
PRAISES OF STATE
"SOUTH DAKOTA DAY. FIRST AT
BIG STONE OIIAUTAUQUA.
All the Strong Points Of the State
Brought Out In the Address Of His
Excellency, Governor Elrod-Banks
Bursting with Money and Citizens
Surfeited on Genuine Luxuries.

Big Stone, s. D., July 4-The Big Stone
Chautauqua opened yesterday with an address
by Governor Elrod. The day was South Dakota
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04

SUPERIOR, WIS.--In quarrel followed by
rcuffle to secure possession of revolver alleged
% have been aimed at him by Bessie Evans.
William Holman was shot and probably mortally
10 =: .ls-a .-L.3 L.lE.1ls
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04

Notice on a Connaught railway platform
''Ihere will be no last train on Saturday"
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04

N. B.-This article will be put in
pamphlet form by the National Citi-
zens' Industrial association, st. James
building, New York, and be used by the
local associations of citizens in cities
where the shivering cowardice of the
news (y paper prevents its printing
this public announcement in defence Of
the common man.
The names of such papers will also be
supplied by the National association.
It has been difficult thus far to I'M
cover such papers. Now lets pull Off
the lid and have look.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-04

Then let the advertisers ask the pub
Usher Of that paper why he fears to
stand out frankly for The. citizens and
tho good Of the community. : Why he
panders to trust seeking in every way
to dominate business, politics and the
entire social machinery.
Let any man become prominent In en-
deavoring to preserve the peace when
labor trust riots are in progress and
that man Is business will be boycotted
and he ruined if possible. All business
is menaced Every peace loving, prop
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-11-09
HORSES MUST NOT
TROT OYER BRIDGE
ON THE MAYORS INSTRUCTIONS,
CHIEF WEIR DETAILS A MAN TO
CARRY OUT THE ORDINANCE
PROHIBITING THIS GAIT,

According to the instructions received
by Chief Wier from Mayor Ward, any
person who drives a horse over the via
duct on Twenty-first street, and urges his
beasts to a gait faster than a walk, will
be arrested
Following the instructions of the Mayor,
Chief Wier detailed policeman yester-
day to watch this bridge, and prevent a
further violation or the ordinance. This
special officer will take up his duty this
morning, and the instructions of the
Mayor will be carried out to the letter.
To prevent the practice of trotting ami
mails on this bridge will be sole duty of
the police officer concerned.
The authorities declare that the ordi-
nance compelling people to walk their
animals across was framed for the pur-
pose of preventing accidents. The bridge
is often occupied at the same time by
several vehicles and street cars, and the
trotting of animals is thought to be dan
gerous. The special police officer takes
up his duties this morning.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-11-09
SOUTHERN COTTON CONVENTION
Is COMING TO BIRMINGHAM
Mayor Nobing TO Put
D0lpn Gambling Business

trstion has declared itself against gam
bling, and the Mayor and the chief of
police have made public their determine
ton to put down the green cloth pro-
fession in Birmingham. Strenuous steps,
have already been taken against the gam
blers. and for a long Tina there was
nothing doing in this lne. However,
the police have learned that attempts
have been made recently to reopen sew
eral places, and in not a few instances
arrests have been made. Chief Wier states
that the conviction of men charged with
gambling is exceedingly hard to accom-
plish, and that the department should be
supported by drastic legislation on the
part of the City Council.
It is generally admitted in the city hall
that the Mayors request for data is an
indication of future action on the part of
the council. Whether or not the saloon
or hotel in which it is alleged that gam
bers have permission to ply their bust
ness will receive the attention of the
council is as yet unknown. The Mayor
would not commit himself yesterday after
noon TO an open declaration. He stated
that he would await the compilation of
the list by the chief of police.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-11-09
THE BEAVERS PLAN
GRAND MARDI GRAS
THE LOCAL DAM HELD A MEETING
LAST NIGHT AND FORMULATED
PLANS-To HAVE A PARADE OF
FLOATS.

At the meeting of Birmingham dam,
Order of Beavers, last night, active steps
were taken for a Mard Gras celebration
next spring, in regard to which there
has already been considerable discussion
The attendance at the meeting was I'M
usually large, 1t having been announced
previously that the matter would be
taken up. and the whole subject was
gone over thoroughly
The plans for the celebration under
consideration, include a Mardi Gras pa
rade, similar to the big parades of the
New Orleans carnival, with grand ball
and other social features to follow. The
Beavers already have the promised back
ing of a number of merchants and bust
ness men.
The former committee on Mardi Gras
celebration was discharged. and in it's
stead was named another. consisting of
W. II. Fruitticher, II. A. Lappage, Sta
pleton, j. A. Rountree and c. F. Jones,
Jr. This committee has power to act,
and at an early date will probably make
announcement In detail as to the nature
of the entertainment
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-11-09
POLICE STRIVE
FOR CIVIL SERVICE
NEW REGULATION, ELECTiNG OF.
FICERS FOR LIFE, WOULD RE-
MOVE DEPARTMENT FROM Po.
LlTIcAL INFLUENCE, is ARGUED.

According to the city authorities, the
Inauguration of civil service regulation in
the local police force is to be urged. A
special committee from the department is
scheduled to have conference this morn
ing with the new legislators from JEFF
ferson county At this conference the
committee from the police will advance
arguments for civil rule, and 1t is learned
that the chances of the introduction of a
bill before the next legislature on this
line are very good.
Chief Wier is in accord with the idea of
civil service regulation, and is giving the
committee his support. He points out that
the effectiveness of the department will
be materially enhanced, and that the civil
service regulation will entirely remove his
department from the influence of politics.
If a bill is adopted, the police officer
will be elected not for a term, but for
good behavior-practically for life. 1t Is
the intention of those promoting the
scheme to have the present force elected
as it stands. All newly elected officers,
however, will have to come up to GER
tain physical requirements. 1t is argued
that policeman knowing that as long as
he performs his duty he will retain his
position will be freer to carry out his
duty impart.ally. 1t is learned that the
new legislators are looking with favor
on the scheme.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-11-09

The Mayor desires to be informed about
those places IL Birmingham where the
police department has reason to believe
gambling is carried on or is attempted.
On yesterday he addressed a commune
cation to Chief Wier asking for this in
formation.
In addition to this reques. the Mayor
urges the chief to furnish MIN with in
formation as to whether any places under
suspicion are alleged to be operating in
connection with saloons or hotels. or if
they are in close proximity TO either of
these two businesses.
Last night the chief compiled list of
places which the police have under sus-
pcion, and furnished the information re-
quested as to whether or not any of these
places are in or near saloons or hotels.
Some of the places mentioned were in
close proximity to one or more hotels,
and several of the saloons of the city.
The chief did not make public the list
furnished the Mayor
In official circles this step on the part
OF the Mayor is considered one which will
bring the crusade against the gambling
element to a crisis. The present admins
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-11-09
Annie Russell as Puck.

Miss Annie Russell comes to the Jcf-
ferson theatre for two performances 10
morrow afternoon and night, in a role
utterly dissimilar to any previously por-
trayed by her. Miss Russell is staring
this season in the role of Puck in a sump-
tuous and artistic production of "a mid
summer Nights Dream, which comes
direct from the Astor theatre, where 1t
played to immense business. The Astor
is New YorlS's newest and most beautiful
playhouse. and Miss Russell had the
honor to be the inaugural attraction
While 1t is not without precedent for an
actress of prominence to portray the mis-
chevous Puck, it is most unusual. Pre-
ference in most cases has been gwen to
the parts of Hernia and Helena TO be
sure Ellen Terry played Puck at the
tender age of 10. The one exception to
the rule so far as can be recalled was
In 1859 when Laura Keene played Puck
In her own production at the Variety At
any rate it is a long step from the In
genuous stage maiden so often portrayed
by Miss Russell to Shakespeare sauciest
boy. and the favorite actress appearance
in the fairy role cannot but arouse i'll
terest
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-11-09
IRON PRICES MOVE
TO HIGHER LEVELS
Quotations for the Second
Quarter of 1907 Vary
SLOSSQUOTESS19FOR MOI
Spot Iron Brings Any Price Around
$25-No Selling for Last Half, But
the outlook Points to
Stiff Figures.

The iron market is active, not to say
excited. Prices are moving up. Brmng-
ham spot will command any price around
$25 on a No. basis
The local furnace companies have sold
about all they will make for the first
quarter delivery For the second quarter,
quotations vary. Mcqueen of the sloss-
Sheffield company quotes $40 on a No .
Steel. SIS. and Burr of the Tennessee
Republic. $t7. 80.
The Sloss- Sheffield can spare a little
for the first quarter, but s21 is the price.
Quick delivery iron is an exceedingly
scarce commodity.
There has been no selling for the second
half. The ironmakers are waiting to see
how the new year promises to open.
Every indication points to phenomenal
prosperity.
Manufacturers, regardless of political af-
nliation, seem to be elated over the de-
feat of Hearst in New York. They say
the election of Hughes means two more
years of good times. The high price, of
iron looked feverish few weeks ago.
The trade regarded the market as a run
away and protested against the fancy"
prices. Today an SIS or $1s market for the
second quarter seems almost normal. Con-
sumers have become used to the stiff
prices. They abe adjusting themselves to
the high figures. Hence it is that some of
the more conservative furnace companies
are expecting to get as high a range
of prices next fall as the quotations now
prevailing for spring delivery.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-11-09
CHIS0LM'S TRIAL
COMES UP TODAY
FORMER PAYING TELLER OF THE
FIRST NATL BANK is CHARGED
WITH FALSIFYlNG CHECKS TO
THE AMOUNT OF 100000.

The trial of Alexander r. Chisolm Is
set for today in the federal court. The
defendant is charged with violating sec
ton sos OF the revised statutes of the
United States, which means that he Is
charged with falsely certifying checks on
the bank
Alexander r. Chisolm was paying teller
of the First National bank of Birming-
ham. It is alleged that while so employed
he appropriated funds Of the bank to the
extent Of 800, 600, which was lost on specu-
lation In cotton futures. The trial viii
be watched with great interest by the
public, owing to the Importance of the
questions which are expected to arise.
District Attorney Thomas r. Roulhac
and Assistant District Attorney \. l..
Steele will represent the United States
in the prosecution the defendant will be
represented by Capt Frank S. White and
John London.