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Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
STRUCK BY TRAIN
John Anderson Experiences Narrow
Escape from a Fatal Accident
in Railway Yards.

John Anderson, the well-knOwn
Great Northern employee who looks
after the janitor work at the passenger
depot and also attends to the trans
ferring of the mails, had very mar.
row escape from being seriously in
jured and possibly meeting instant
death, last Wednesday afternoon. He
was struck by the incoming passenger
train from the east as it was pulling
into the station and escaped with a
severe shaking up and a number OF
bruises about the body.
Anderson was at work attending tC
his duties in the transferring of mails
from the different trains and was
pushing his mail cart when the train
arrived. He attempted to cross the
tracks towards the depot so as to be
on hand and gather the mail from the
east. 1t seems that he became con.
fused on account of the other trains,
which were all in at the time, for he
apparently did not notice the ap.
proach of the west-bound train until
it was nearly upon him. He gave the
cart a sudden push, but did not man.
age to get it quite out of the way and
it was struck by the pilot OF. the engine
and hurled towards the depot plat,
form. Anderson. himself attempted ,c
spring back but not quite enough tc
prevent him from being struck in the
back and side. He was thrown sever
al feet and landed so hard on tht
ground that his face and head were
quite badly scratched by coming il
contact with the gravel along thu
track. The many by-standers became
horror stricken at the sight and a
once rushed to his assistance. HI
was picked up in an unconscious con
dition and taken to a shady place
near the railroad eating house, where
he soon revived and where the physi
clans who had been called made ar
examination of his injuries. It wa:
found that no bones were broken, bu
that he had been quite severely bruised
as we'll as considerably shaken up
He was removed to his home in th,
east part of the city, where he wa!
obliged to remain for several days be
fore his condition would permit hin
to be about again. At this writing i
is thought he will be able to RESUME
| work this week.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
MADE GENEROUS Offer
cure Location Of Ladies' Semi
nary in That CITY.

Rev. M. B. Michaelson returned last
Thursday evening from Minneapolis,
accompanied by his family, who had
been visiting relatives in the city.
Rev. Michaelson had been in attend
ance at the two weeks session of sum-
mer school for ministers held at Augs-
burg Seminary.
In speaking of the special meeting
of the committee on location for the
proposed Ladies' Seminary of the
Lutheran Free church, which was held
in Minneapolis last Wednesday, Rev.
Michaelson said that very generous
offer had come from the city Of Fargo.
Among other things the Fargo people
proffered the free use of part of the
Fargo Commercial College in which to
establish temporary quarters for a
the use of the building for the first
year met with the approval of the COM
mittee and it was decided to occupy
the building in October and prepara-
tions are already in progress for the
establishment -t}f the school on the
first floor of the college building.
Rev. MichaelsOn, who is a member of
the committee on location, will go to
Fargo the 10Th of this month to assist
in the preliminary work of establish
ing the school, which includes the
engaging of teachers, etc.
Fargo will make very strong bid
for the permanent location at the next
meeting of the committee to be held in
Fargo Sept. ]9. The offers from
Willmar and Northwood, N. D., were
considered as very good. Fergus
Falls had no definite offer as yet, but
the city is working hard to secure the
Seminary. The offers will again be
considered at the Fargo meeting Sept.
19, when the committee will probably
decide definitely as to the location.
1t is not too late yet for Willmar to
secure the school, but strenuous ef-
forts must be put forth or Fargo will
win. One of the inducements offered
by Fargo is beautiful five acre site
On the river.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12

collapsed and had to be taken home
From then On till a day or two before
his death he was in an unconscious
condition the greater part of the time.
His mind cleared towards the end and
he was able to understand what was
said to him, but it was very difficult
for him to speak, as his tongue was so
parched and cracked by the fever that
it was almost useless. Finally at lis
Thursday morning death came to re-
lieve his intense suferings. Four of
his children were present at his death
bed. Mrs. Strand had accompanied
him to Norway and, not realizing how
near the end was, she remained there
for a visit. Edward was left in charge
of the ranches owned by himself and
Elmer and so could not come.
The funeral took place Sunday af-
ternoon, Sept. 9, and was attended by
very large gathering OF neighbors
and friends from near and far. The
pail bearers at the house we're: Ole
Knudson, Ole Boe, M. Jorgenson, A.
E. Rice, Nels Peterson, and Even O.
Glesne. At the church the pail bear
ers were Robert Railson, Edwin Rail-
son, Ed Strand, Ole E. Glesne, Joseph
Estrem and G. P. Karwand. At one
O'Clock p. m., services began at the
residence, conducted by Rev. D. G.
Jord dahl, the pastor of the East Nor
! way Lake Synod church, of which de-
ceased had been member and active
supporter since it's organization. The
remains were then taken to the church,
where Revs. Jordahl and II. J. Strand
preached impressive funeral sermons
| Rev. Strand performed the last sad
rites at the grave.
| Thus ends the earthly career of an
other of that brave band of pioneers
who blazed the way for the settlers in
this county. It required great courage
to face the dangers from the aborigi-
nal inhabitants, but it undoubtedly
required higher degree of courage
and an iron will to endure the priva.
tions, the exposures, the hard labor
and a thousand and one inconveniences
of frontier life. Mr.. Railson possessed
those qualities in an unusual degree.
| All honor to him and the others OF
that rageous band who opened the
way for the rest of us into this garden
spot of Minnesota. The wreaths laid
by the Old Settlers Association or
the biers of Railson and Wicklund
were we'll deserved tokens of honor
for pioneer service.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12

A daughter was born to Mr.. and
Mrs. Andrew Ray this morning.
A daughter was born to Mr.. and
Mrs. Eric Ohsberg last Sunday, and
the happy father was passing around
the cigars to his friends on Monday.
Three applicants from the town of
Norway Lake took the rural mail car
riers' examinations held here last
Saturday for service on the new route
from Kerkhoven to Norway Lake.
Do not forget the Y. P. S. meeting
at the Swedish Lutheran church this
evening. Rev. Peterson tells of his
trip to Sweden, there will be good mu-
sic and refreshments will be served.
A grand ball will be given in the
Bonde hall on the second evening OF
the fair, Friday, Sept. 21. Music will
be furnished by the Cafarelli Orches-
ira of four pieces from Minneapolis.
Mesdames Cramer and Ekander will
serve coffee in the basement of the
Presbyterian church on Friday after
noon, Sept. ID, from $3.50 until 7
O'Clock. Everybody is cordially in.
vited.
The family of P. G. Williams, of the
Progress Clothing Co !, is expected
here this week from St. Paul. Miss
Jessie Williams, who is an instructor
in vocal music, will open studio il
Willmar.
A covey OF Chinese pheasants, a
beautiful species of bird, will soon be
turned loose in the woods south o:
Green lake by the State Game Com
mission. Game Warden Boyd de-
sires the cooperation of all the peo
pie of that neighborhood for the pro
lection of these birds when they arrive
The infant daughter of Mr.. and Mrs
Brede johnson, residents of the south
east part of the city, passed away las
Saturday night. The little one wa
only a. week old. . The funeral wa
held Monday afternoon from the fami
| ~ residence, Rev.: Michaelson off
ciating, and the interment was in tn
Lutheran Free church cemetery,
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
FAIR Next !! week
Three Days for Horticultural and Agri.
cultural Displays In This City by
Residents Of County.

The big event of next week in Will.
mar will be the fair to be given under
the auspices of the Kandiyohi County
Horticultural Society and the Willmar
Street Fair Association. There will
be three days devoted to the affair,
and every resident of the county
should make it point to attend. The
dates are Thursday, Friday and Sat-
urday, Sept. 20, 21 and %. Leave
your work at least one day and bring
your family into the city with you to
enjoy a day of sightseeing.
The premium list prepared for the
fair is very liberal one and all who
have anything worthy of exhibition
should obtain copies of the list from
the secretary, O. r. Berkness, of this
city, and read them over carefully.
Let every farmer bring in something
in the line of fruits, grains or vege-
tables, and every housewife some
thing as a sample of her skill. It is
to be hoped that enough entries will
be made in the departments of fruits,
grains and seeds, vegetables, jellies
and canned goods, bread, cakes and
pies, to make a very good showing.
Exhibitors are requested to have their
exhibits in place by Thursday noon.
The exhibit will be in the spacious
warehouse of G.. P. Karwand on Ben
son avenue.
One of the leading attractions on
Friday will be an address of particu-
lar interest to the farmers, which will
be delivered by DR.. J. G. Currier, a
prominent member of the Minnesota
Farmers Institute force. On Satur-
day Prof. Samuel B. Green of the
state experimental station will give
an address on horticulture. Both of
these gentlemen are very good speak
ers, and all who are interested will
enjoy hearing them.
A meeting of the officers in charge
OF the arrangements was held last
evening and plans were formed that
will insure a good and profitable time
for everybody that will visit our city
during the fair.
It has been suggested that our busi-
ness houses should make special ef-
forts to decorate and make their places
as attractive as possible. All citizens
are asked to contribute their efforts
in't the way of making the city appear
beautiful to the visitors who will be
here.
The following persons have been
appointed judges and superintendents
OF the various departments: Glasses
A, B and C-fruits, grains and seeds,
and vegetables: superintendent, J. B.
Boyd; judges, class A, c. A. Birch,
G. Hennings and A. F. Hanscom:
classes B and c, A. II. Sperry, N. o,
Nelson and P. P. Eddy; classes D
and E-jellies, canned goods and
honey, bread, cakes and pies: super
intendent, Mrs. Lena Sandbo; judges
Mrs. James Sanderson, Mrs. A. F
Nordin and Mrs. J. M. Spicer.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12

as possible. Mr.. Railson followed
his advice and reached home about
three weeks ago. The suffering he
had to endure on this trip must have
been intense. The trip from New
York was taken during the hottest
week of this summer. With his body
racked with pain and consumed by
fever, nothing but the unconquerable
will power of the man could have held
him up till the end of the Journey.
When he reached New London he
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
German Whist Party.

Mrs. Geo. w. Tyler entertained
about twenty-five lady friends at a
German whist party at her home last
Thursday afternoon. The rooms were
prettily decorated in German and
American flags. Head prizes were
won by Mrs. Russell Spicer and Miss
Mata ONeill and consolation prizes
were awarded to Mrs. A. E. Rice and
Mrs. Anna Dickey. The hostess was
assisted in the serving of refresh
ments by her sister, Mrs. F. G..
Handy,
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
e. P. WlCkLuND.

Erick P. Wicklund was born in Veke
village, Stegsj6 parish, Angerman-
land, Sweden, Feb. %, 1927. In 1850
he left his native land to seek his for
tune in the land of promise beyond
the sea. After a voyage of thirteen
weeks he arrived in New York and
thence went to the Swedish settlement
at Bishop Hill, III. The following
spring he came to Minnesota and took
claim near Taylors Falls. For the
next seven years he worked on his
claim in the summer time and in log
ging camps in winter. In 1858 he
came to Kandiyohi county, and the
following spring located on the claim
where he has since made his home.
When the Indian outbreak took place
the Wicklund family moved to Ano1 a,
where soon after they lost by fire all
they had managed to bring along in
their flight. They then went back to
Taylors Falls, where they lived until
1865, when they returned to their home
in Fahllin, and have lived there ever
since.
Mr.. Wicklund was an earnest and
devoted member of the Swedish Meth
odist Episcopal church, and for a
number of years served as local
preacher, also visiting other strug
Cling congregations of that faith in
this and adjoining counties. Tho he
had never attended school he had by
HIS own efforts acquired some educa-
$tion, and was well-read, Intelligent
man. He had a native gift for speak
ing, an impressive presence and a
very powerful voice. Had fortune
cast his lot in places where lie could
have in early life developed his natu-
raj abilities he might have been a
prominent figure in his church. But,
while he had been denied this oppor-
tunity, he used his talents for the up
lifting of humanity to the best of his
limited opportunity, and many of the
brethren in the faith will remember
with Joy and gratitude the4visits OF
this devoted spiritual leader and kind
ly friend.
On Feb. 10, 1856, Mr.. Wicklund was
united in marriage to Miss Margareta
Bylund. For nearly half century
they Travelled life's path together. On
Aug. 10, 1905, Mrs. Wicklund died.
Up to that time the privations and
tolls of pioneer life and the nearly IS
years of age had been unable to make
much of an impression on the gigantic
frame of the old frontiers-man. But
the loss of his beloved comrade was
too much for him: his heart was bro.
ken; there was no longer any interest
in life, and he began to fail. There
was no disease apparent, but gradu'
ally he grew weaker and weaker, an6
has for several months been confined
to the house. Finally he fell asleer
to wake no more this side of the grave
Thirteen children were born to Mr.
and Mrs. Wicklund: Annie, now Mrs
Gustaf Lindquist, of South Bend
| Wash; John, living in town of Kan
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
Birthday Surprise Party.

Mrs. Jane Macdonald was happily
surprised yesterday afternoon at the
home Of her sister, Mrs. J. W. Kent,
who was the hostess to a few of her
lady friends whom she had invited
unbeknown to Mrs. Macdonald. It
was the latter's birthday anniversary
and the ladies came to help her cele-
brate it. Refreshments we're served
and the ladies remembered Mrs. Mac
Donald with several gifts.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
Two of the Very First of the Scandinavian
Settlers Of the County, Even RaiIson
and E. P. Wcklund, Pass Away,
only Few Hours Apart. j.;

Two of the very earliest settlers of
Kandiyohi county passed away from
this life last week, their deaths occur
ring less than ten hours apart. Both
came here the same year: Their funer-
ais occurred on the same day. Rev.
E. P. Wicklund died at his home in
town Of Fahlun on Wednesday after
noon, Sept. S, at four O'clock. Even
Railson died at his home in town of
Lake Andrew on Thursday morning,
Sept. 6, at lis o'clock.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
EVEN RAIlS0N.

Even Railson (Glesne) was born on
the Glesne farm in Kr0dsherred par
ish, Norway. Dec. II, 1880. At the
age of nineteen years he came to the
United States and lived for some years
in Green county, Wisconsin. Having
!Ssaard great accounts of the. fertile
lands in central Minnesota, Railson
and some companions set out in 1858
to explore that region. They first
came to Meeker county, but not being
satisfied with the soil there they pushed
on on foot to this county, and after
some search Mr.. Railson selected "a
beautiful spot on the south shore of
Norway Lake and filed claim there
on. In 1860 he moved his family there
Two years later they had to leave on
account of the Indian outbreak, and
returned to Wisconsin. In 1866 they
again ventured back to their home in
the wilderness, and Mr.. Railson made
his home there till the time of his
death.
On Jan. 6, 1856, Mr.. Railson was
married to Miss Inger Mathea Fryslie
Mrs. Railson died in 1889. Six chill
Edren blessed this union, all of whom
are living. They are: Caroline, wife
of Rev. H. j. Strand of Albert Lea,
Minn.; Edward, Of Lehr, N. D.: Marie,
of Willmar; Oluf B., of Lake Andrew;
Nina, Mrs. G. Neuberger of Willmar;
Elmer, of Napoleon, N. D.
Mr.. Railson's health had been fail
ing for over year, the cause being
Bright's disease. He believed, how
ever, that the cause of his sufferings
was an injury to his head received in
an accident some years ago, and that
an operation: might relieve the trouble.
About the first OF July this year he
went to Norway to consult physician
at Christiania. The doctor informed
him that he could do nothing for him
and advised him to get home as soon
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
OLD SETTLERS GONE TO GREAT REUNION

regarding him was made outside of
the church by an old neighbor. He
said: "No man ever went unhelped
from Wicklund's door if it was possi-
:ble to help him. This sums up the
character of the man in few words,
and no higher tribute could ever be
paid. Wicklund's life had been full
full of years; full of trials and sorrow
that had only tended to sweeten and
refine his character; full of good deeds
and good cheer for those around him.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
Flax DESTROYED hy Eira

A. H. Sperry suffered the loss by
fire of a whole setting of flax last
Friday afternoon on his farm. The
same fire also destroyed wagon and
about hundred sacks belonging to ].
s. Robbins The fire was caused by
sparks from the engine belonging to
the threshing outfit of Messrs. Osuld
Knutson' and Anton Omlie, who were
at work threshing the grain for Mr..
Sperry. Luckily. they managed to-
save the separator and the other. pro-
.perty which was. close by and which
was v threatened with destruction.
There was no insurance on the pro-
perty destroyed: = 4: ~ IL \
i i Mra. Wms Hackett visited in the cities last
~ =. a.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
Jansrud Captures Prize.

At the portrait exhibit of the North.
western Photographers Association,
which held it's convention in Minnea-
polls on Monday, Tuesday and
Wednesday Of last week, J. G.
Jansrud, formerly of Willmar but
now of Mayville, N. D., was one OF
the picture takers, who secured prizes,
being awarded first prize in Glass B.
M. r. Simons of the Wold gallery
was among the photographers in
attendance. This years meeting was
one of the best ever held since the
organization of the association.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
Probate Judges in Convention.

About twenty probate judges attend
ed the annual meeting in St. Paul of
the Minnesota Association of Probate
Judges, held last week. Judge Nor
din of this city was among the judges
in attendance. ''Reform in Probate
Practice, was one of the leading sub.
jects which came up for discussion.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
Will Again instruct.

Misses Ella Boyd and Alpha Ja-
cobson are among the Willmar young
ladies who will again teach zin our
county schools this year. Miss Boyd
has been. engaged to teach~ in Dist.
No. 81, just south OF the city, and
Miss jacobson, will teach in Dist No.
As, town of st. Johns.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
Will Extend City Delivery.

An inspector will be in Willmar
this month for the purpose of extend
ing city free delivery. It is up to the
residents of the outskirts of the city to
see that the requirements, such as
crossings and good sidewalks, are
completed before he arrives, as he has
positive instructions not to extend the
delivery until all requirements are
completed.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
will Meet 1uesday.

The corporation for the Bethesda
Home at Eagle Lake will hold it's an.
nual meeting next Tuesday, AT: this
meeting the building; Of the Home for
the Aged will come up. for discussion:
It issVery pro bable that the found q.
tion tor the building viii he laid this:
fall. sts; II H y &
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12

He had seen the fruition of his early
labors in comfort for his declining
years. He had seen his children grow
up to follow in his footsteps and be a
JOY to him. And finally, the tender
est string that bound him to life being
broken, he had cheerfully awaited the
final dissolution, feeling sure that it
was only the transitition to the better
life for which he had so long made
preparations thru faith and works.
He has gone, but his memory will long
linger with all who knew him.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
Norwegian Lutheran Synod Church.

Next Sunday services in Norwegian
at 1920 a. m. Sunday school at IL.
The ladies society meets tomorrow
(Thursday) in the church basement
and will be entertained by Mrs. L. O.
Thorpe and Mrs. VIM. Hansen.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
licenses to- We'd.

53:' 53:' Sept. 5-eeorges cn E.. Newlen: :. and Nanda
Peterson. Married same day by Judge
.Nordin: 4: = ~ ~. ;.
= Sept. 11-Marceilhs r. Peterson and Mary
LenasJ ohnson:zse M arriedsame day by Judge
county and. IdalNd: :Engwall.s x 3,aa*-%
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12

The: Youngberg Sisters, will have
their fall millinery opening next Sat-
urday, when they will be pleased to
have the. ladies call and inspect their
fine stock Of millinery.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12
JUDGE QvALE STOPS DITCH
an Order From the District Court
Handed Down Saturday.

Judge Qvale has entered an order
refusing to establish the proposed
Lake Lillian ditch, designated as ju-
dicial ditch No. 4. The order was
filed with the clerk of court last Sat-
urday.
It will be remembered that when the
petition for the establishment of the
ditch came up for final hearing before
Judge Qvale last June objection was
made to the establishment of said
ditch on two points: first, that the
court had no authority to establish
the ditch, on the ground that it would
lower Lake Lillian, which is a mean
dered lake; second, that the ASSESS
ments of benefits and damages were
not just and equitable.
The question of jurisdiction natur-
ally had to be disposed of first, and
evidence on the question as to wheth-
er or not the lake would be lowered
by the proposed ditch was taken on
June % and % and July ?. The mat
ter was argued and submitted on July
II, 1906.
After reviewing the facts as brought
out by the evidence the court finds as
| follows:
l. That the court has no authority
to establish the proposed ditch, and
that there is no necessity for it's estab-
lishment as proposed.
2. That the objectors are entitled to
the order and judgment of this court
directing that the ditch be not estab-
lished as proposed and prayed for.
Smith -Berkness.
! Oscar Berkness, formerly of Will
mar but now a resident of Wolford,
N. D., was united in marriage on Sun
day, Sept. 2, to Miss Grace Smith,
postmistress at Wolford. The we'd
ding took place at the brides former
pair left for Willmar and the twin
cities to enjoy their honeymoon.
They arrived here Monday and re-
manned until Wednesday with rela-
tives, spending the remainder of the
week in the cities taking in the state
fair. Mr.. Berkness is the manager
of the Farmers Lumber Co. at VOL
ford and is also engaged in the farm
machinery business. The TRIBUNE
joins his many friends in extending
hearty congratulations to him and the
lady of his choice.
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12

: Waiter ;selvigf left yesterday to. again re-
university. =.%y = - -, II :
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12

Mrs. M. H.Lucas returned on: Monday from
Minneapolis, NIP and IS now; busy preparing Tor the
by her daughter Helen, who viii spend some
time here with her. <@:,:: :, =: I 1.s ~
i Mrs L: q. Gaut Is home from Luverne, where
she spent. the summer With her mother.'z,sT 4
1.5 Miss Anna .Iverson returned last THURSDAY
4EV10 Sg. k8ul Il
Willmar tribune., 1906-09-12

Mllrs. Vim Hackett Visited In the cities last
week. ,/%, TIA fsa< Mi ssi "A az * i*4 ks ya