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Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
HUNTER WINS ROAD CASE.

The supreme court last Friday
affirmed the decision of the district
court, IN the case of the Town of
Bellevue VS.. Jay Hunter, in which the
defendant wins.
The case arose over the closing of a
road which had been used for years
on Hunters land. As a result the
public was forced to travel on the Sec
tion line road This the town of
Bellevue sought to restrain him from
continuing.
The decision Of the court says:
First-That the findings are, in legal
effect, that the allegations of the com.
plaint, that the locus in quo IS a
public highway, had not been proven
that they support the conclusion Of
law.
Second-That fact that the town
officers opened a roadway by cutting
out the brush therein, believing that
1t followed along a section line over
which highway had been laid was
not sufficient to place upon the defen
dant the burden of proving that the
locus in quo was not a public high
way.
Third-The findings Of fact are
sustained by the evidence
Judgement affirmed. Start, G. J.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Duluth News Tribune, Aug TO-.
Right Rev. James Dow Morrison,
bishop of Duluth, preached yesterday
morning at II o'clock in Westminster
abbey, London.
This is an honor seldom conferred
on an American, and it is with no
little pleasure that his friends in
Duluth will learn Of it.
Bishop Morrison has been in Eng
land several weeks attending Lam.
berth conference, which was concluded
Thursday. He has already spoken in
number Of the most prominent Epls-
copal churches and cathedrals in Eng
land and by his forceful and sincere
manner received many compliments
1t was. this fact which secured him the
invitation to preach at the morning
service in London S famous church out
of the $50 bishops at the conference.
July l2 Bishop Morrison preached at
Waterbury, Kent, and July 26 he occu-
pied the pulpit at St. Paul's church,
Camden, London. Aug. ~ he will
preach at Truro cathedral and Aug. II
will address large missionary meet
ing at Manchester. While in England
Bishop Morrison will be elected a
member of the pan-Anglican commit
tee on Missionary Extension. He
will return to Duluth Sept. IL.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
WRECK TIES UP TRAFFIC
Accident to Gravel Train
Near Royalton Quite Seri-
~ Gus Monday Afternoon

A wreck occurred Monday afternoon
at about 2 80 O'Clock near Royalton,
stopping traffic on the main line of the
N. P. for fully four hours The
accident occurred to the gravel train,
which runs from the Darling gravel
pits to Becker, when about mile and
a half out Of Royalton on it's return
here: It was travelling g at pretty
good rate when an air hose broke,
causing a draw-bar to pull out and
drop down. This lifted four cars off
the rails, one going to one side of the
track, another to the other side one
almost straight up in the air, and the
other was turned square across the
tracks. The trucks of these cars
formed heap under one of the dam.
aged cars, and the rails were bady
torn up and twisted for some distance.
The wrecking crew was called from
Staples to clear the track, but did not
arrive until after 80 p. m., and 1t
was not until after that the wreck
age had been cleared, the tracks re-
paired, and traffic could be carried on
over the main line. Trains were de-
layed several hours on account of the
accident. Passenger train No. 8 was
allowed to proceed south shortly after
Z 80 p. m.<
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
EXPERT GIVES EXCELLENT EX
H1B1TION IN USE OF FIRE
ARMS

J. W. Akard, an expert with fire
arms, who is employed by the Rem
ington Arms company, gave an ex.
cellent exhibition in fancy shooting
and the general use Of different calibre
revolvers, rifles and shot guns at the
local gun clubs grounds Monday even
ing at O'Clock.
A large number Of people went out
to witness the exhibition, which was
certainly fine. Mr.. Akard has the art
Of shooting down to point as near
perfection as could be desired. No
shot seemed to be impossible to him.
Several bottles were thrown up IN the
air at the same time, and he pegged
each Of them before they fell to the
ground. He broke three straight
pigeons while laying fiat on the
ground. His last fancy shot was that
Of ejecting shell from a 22-calibre
rifle and hit it with another shot be-
fore it fell to the ground. George
Trent of Brainerd accompanied Mr..
Akard to this CITY,
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION.

DCNlOORA11CO OOIN v GN Il lON.
The democratic county convention tc
select 13 delegates to the state conven.
tion at Minneapolis next Wednesday
will be held this afternoon. The senti-
ment is in favor of the denomination
of Governor johnson or John Lind.
Delegates so far reported are:
1st ward, Little Falls-Geo. F.
Moeglein, J. J. Gross, Conrad Robel,
Philip German, Thos. Cannon. L. O.
Vessel, Henry Bentfeld, Adam Trafas,
E. s. Tanner, Peter Kiewel.
1st precinct, 2nd ward-Chas
Gravel, Andrew johnson, N. N.
Bergheim, Jos. F. Bastien, John T.
Hoblit, DR.. J. Martin, Chas. E.
Vasaly.
2nd precinct, 2nd ward-John j.
Clark, Ed. Hughes, Frank Wujrak, Ct.
NJ. Klewel, J.. w. Tanner
Pierz-A. Sitzmann, 81. Bares,
Frank. Faust, F. 4. Virnig : Frank
Becker, Joe Drummer.
Third ward, Little Falls-Wm.
Hang, e. A. Loucks, D., NJ. Cameron,
q. r. Carlson. "A. B. Trzebiatowski,
VIM. Havety.
Randall N. Davis, George V.
Schermerhorn,
Motley G. E. seeley, G. W
Mcmillan.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
MRS. HARRIET JOSLIN INVESTS
IN MORE BROADWAY
PROPERTY

A deal was completed last week.
which, although known at the time.
was not let out for publication until
a few days ago-by which Mrs.
Harriet Joslin has purchased ali of
the lots on the north side of Broadway
east between Wood street and the
bridge. The lots, numbering sixteen
in all, are valuable acquisition to
Mrs. Joslin, who Will have them i'm
proved. A cement walk will be con-
structed a long the entire frontage.
The cement walk will be constructed
with blocks so that 1t can be easily
taken up when building on the lots.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
BE A HUMMER
Little Falls Street Fair
Committee Hard at
Work

The street fair this year promises to
be the best ever held in this part of
the state. The amount of money and
merchandise subscribed IS large,
which will insure prizes of very good
proportion and an entertainment pro-
gram that will be a hummer.
T. F.. Murphy and Geo. Emder were
in the Twin Cities Tuesday and a
large list of attractions were secured
from which to select those desired.
A meeting for this purpose was held
last evening, but too late for US to
give the matter in detail, but we are
assured that a balloon will ''go up''
daily No ascension, no pay, is the
agreement made by the company and
the fair committee.
The premium list will soon be COM
pleted and published, and the prizes
offered should bring the best products
of the farm to this years street fair.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
DIED,

Mrs. B. L. Berg, for many years a
resident Of Pierz, passed away at the
local hospital Wednesday afternoon at
ZOO O'Clock, death being due to
Bright's disease and nervous COM
plications. Deceased had not been
we'll during the past few years, but
was not taken seriously ill until July
1st, when she was taken ill with gall.
stones On July 7th, she underwent an
operation for this disease at the local
hospital, ana was improving rapidly
until ten days later, when she was
taken down with Bright's disease
and other complications. From then
on she failed until death ensued.
Mrs. B. L. Berg was born August 9,
1858 IN Madison, Wis. moving from
there to Pierz with her father, John
Roch, Sr., in 1866. She was married
to Louis Berg by Rev. Pierz in
Pierz in 1870, since which time she
had lived there continuously. Her
husband died about eight years ago,
and her father died last June at the
age of 95 years.
Mrs. Berg was a devoted Catholic
and was q member of the Christian
Mothers society. &
deceased leaves twelve Children,
seven daughters and five sons they
are: Mrs. ]. F. Cummings Of
! Minneapolis, Miss Gertrude Berg Of
Staples, Miss Lizzie Berg Of Winni-
peg, Mrs. G.. Cleystel Of Ford Dare,
Iowa, Mrs. Mary Vosen and Miss
Anna Berg Of Minneapolis Miss
Blanche Berg of Pierz, John and
Andrew Berg of Minneapolis, and
Christ, Frank and William of Pierz.
One sister and four brothers also
survive her as follows: Sister
Malonia, o. S. B. Of Bismark. n. D.,
John Roch of Golden Valley, n. D.,
Joseph Roch of Mexico, and Henry
Roch and Jacob Roch OF Plerz. The
relatives have the sympathy Of The
entire community in their bereave
ment. - 553
The remains were taken to Pier,
nesday evening, at 10 o,clock
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
TRIES TO KILL SELF
Insane Mans Attempts at
Suicide at County Jail
Mon. Unsuccessful

A man giving his name as John
Doyle attempted suicide in the county
jail several times Monday, but was
discovered each time before he could
succeed in his rash deed. The fellow
was brought in Sunday evening by
Deputy Sheriff Crest, from a field
some six or seven miles south OF this
city, in which he was found sleeping,
notice having been sent IN Of the
queer actions Of man IN that
vicinity. When aroused from slumber
and taken to this city he spoke
nationally enough and offered no
resistance. He passed the remainder
Of the night quite easily IN the county
Jail, but in the morning he was dis
covered trying to cut his neck with
piece of glass. Before help could be
secured by Mrs. Long he had
scratched his neck quite badly. Later,
in an attempt to leave this world,
as he said, he got down on his knees
on the floor of the cell and with his
two hands began striking his head
with all his might with an iron
cuspidor that was in the cell. The
noise attracted the attention of Mrs.
Long, who, on investigating saw
what the man was up to and again
called the deputy sheriff to prevent the
man from suiciding His hands were
then securely fastened, but at noon,
! when they were unfastened, he tried
to crush his skull by striking his head
against the corner of the cell. His
head was quite badly battered, but
, the skull was not cracked. He also
tried to strangle himself with his
suspenders, In this case nearly succeed
ing before he was discovered and
forced to desist \.
| Doyle told the authorities that he
had been working at Onamia, but that
the people OF that place had sent him
away, telling him they had no use for
him.
He was taken before Judge of
Probate E. F. Shaw Tuesday for ex-
amination, and was adJudged insane.
AS the man is not resident of the
state the state board of health was
notified of the case, and advice was
asked as to what should be done with
him. The man has to be constantly
watched to keep him from putting an
end to his life.
| He was taken to the Fergus Falls
hospital for the insane Wednesday,
instructions having been received
from the state board. DOYLE is a
native of County Cavan, Ireland, and
about 45 years of age. He came tc
this country in 1883 and worked 81
various northern states He talked
ratlonaljy on most subjects
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

IN about the same condition. Gollnik
mas been UNCONSCIOUS ever since the
accident, and it was thought maybe
something could be done. to relieve
the pressure on his brain so that he
might be made conscious and speak,
and it had been decided to bring him
to the hospital, but that was given up.
There were two beds In the room
where the deed was done. Mr..
Gollnlk slept in the larger one. His
wife was in the other with a little
girl: The room faces north. The front
room Of the house faces east, and Mrs.
Gollnik says the door leading from
this room to the south room, next to
Ethe bedroom, was ajar when she got
Enp, and it is supposed the criminals
entered there. The doors were un-
locked as usual. 49,.
Mr.. Gollnik and some of his
neighbors were in the city Wednesday.
Mr.. Gollnik had broken the sickle on
his binder and was in to have it re-
paired. He had few drinks, accord
ing to ons OF the neighbors, and in
one place discussed money matters
in relation to a loan someone desired
Mr.. Pierzina, who was present, says
he noticed a stranger near, but paid
mo attention to MIN. The theory is
that someone, thinking he had money
in the house, and learning that he was
well to do, followed him home for the
purpose of robbery. ~
Mr.. Gollnik was a German, 40 years
OF age, and had been a resident Of
Swan River nineteen years. He
owned considerable land and was in
good circumstances. A few years ago
he bought the old Corbin place, 24O
acres, in Section II and also owned
eighty acres in Section 13. Mrs.
Gollnik IS year younger than her
husband, also Of German descent. The
oldest son, Ernest, is in Washington.
and Max, aged Is years, is also out
West A daughter, Adelaide, is
married to Frank Mengels. Then
there are Lena, aged 12 years, Freda,
aged Z. and Otto, aged years Mr..
Gollnik was very hard worker and
thrifty, Although taking drink
occasionally, he was in the main a
man OF temperate habits and well liked.
It has been claimed that there were
"a Hssences in the family, and three
years ago Mrs. Gollnik brought suit
fQI divorce. The matter was amicably
settled, however, and the suit
dropped Mrs. Gollnik is a good,
pleasant appearing, intelligent wo
man.. and the suspicious aroused on
account OF the similarity of the case
to the Weiner murder Of few years
ago, seem hardly fair, although the
parallel is striking. There are the
two men, the time about the same,
the means of assault evidently the
same, the run to the neighbor, the
lack of positive knowledge as to what
took place, etc. The crime was a
dastardly one, and everything possible
sould be done to bring the perpetrators
to justice.
Sheriff Long telephoned to all
nearby towns and notified the
authorities. 1t would seem impossible
for anyone to do the deed and not get
sprinkled with blood. No trace coulc
be found of any club or weapon.
Sheriff Long and Chief Cannon made
thorough search of the locality.
Three men were arrested at Royal
ton yesterday on suspicion and ar
being held.
Gollnik may die at any time ant
may survive some days, but hi
recovery is hardly possib bic.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
HAVE STARTED WORK.
Stone CruSher Put in Oner-
atiQn and Preliminary
Work is On

The city stone crusher on the West
side was put into operation Monday
grinding the rock from the city rock
pile, which is to be used in the First
street paving. An. accident to the
machinery in which the eccentrics were
burned out, Tuesday afternoon caused
it to remain idle to Wednesday after
noon. As the rock is crushed it is
being hauled to vacant lot west of
the new Joslin building. The con-
tractors have commenced on the
preliminary work of the paving, that
of getting the correct grade and figur-
ing just how much dirt will have to
be removed in places and how much
put in at other places. The curbing is
also being placed at present. Plenty Of
men and teams can be had for the work
of grading, which will soon be begun.
Considerable trouble is being ex-
perienced in the matter of correct
grade.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
WILL APPEAL THE CASE.

N. Daniels, J. johnson, j. Novak and
Wenzel Fuchs were arraigned before
Justice Wilson. in Royalton Wednes-
day to answer to the complaint of
John Schmolke, in which he charged
defendants with maliciously breaking
windows of vacant houses on his
property. All four were found guilty,
and Nowak was fined S and costs, the
other three appealing their cases to the
district court. Their case will come
mp at the fall term of the district
court. Don NJ. Cameron Of this city
and c. Rosenmeier, represented the
state.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

( Leo Roble and John Smith went to
Minneapolis the middle Of the week to
make arrangements for their supply Of
moving pictures for the Bijou theatre,
which will he opened up next Satur-
day evening. The last Cans. Nelson
boxing match will be a feature.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Funeral services will be held in st.
.1oseph's Catholic church at Pierz at
9 o'clock this morning, Rev. Father
Steigler officiating and interment will
take place in St. Joseph's cemetery.
Helen, aged IA years, daughter Of
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Lywralowski of
Pike Creek, passed away Saturday at
her home, death being due to scarlet
fever
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

While returning to his home from
this city Monday evening, Ben Taylor
of Fawndale had his shoulder dis
located In runaway near his home.
He was about to get out of the buggy,
when the horse became frightened and
bolted, overturning the rig and
throwing Mr.. Taylor to the ground
with the above stated result
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
MANDERY WINS CASE.

The case OF Mandery VS.. the Boom
Co., was decided by the supreme court
last Friday in favor Of the plaintiff.
This will be remembered as the case
for damages to palint1ff's s land by logs
which had been deposited there by the
high water.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

W. H. Gran has shown spirit of
enterprise by having his residence
adorned with a new coat of paint.
He also had cement wall and walk
put in, adding greatly to the appear
ance of the already pretty premises.
He contemplates several other i'm
portant improvements before the
weather closes in this fall.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

DR.. E. n Fortier, who has been
practlcing his profession in North
Dakota, arrived here Tuesday, and
left Wednesday with his father, DR..
g. NJ. A. Fortier, on business trip
to Perham.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
TOT HAS NARROW ESCAPE FROM
DROWNING IN WE'LL.

A grandson of N. Freisinger Of this
city, living in Colfax, WASH, had a
very narrow escape from being
drowned recently. The child, who is
the four -year-old son Of Mr.. and Mrs.
B. Neimyer Of that place, wandered
about the neighbor's yard, finally
passing under the house through a
small door and falling into an old
unused well. There the little boy re-
manned in five feet of ice cold water,
hanging to a board which barely
supported hlm. When discovered, after
thorough search, the little one was
almost stiff with cold, but he pulled
through all right, after being drawn
out of his precarious position. A few
minutes longer in the water would
have been more than the child could
stand, and he would undoubtedly have
been drowned.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Miss Ida Ehman, who is on visit
to Tacoma, Wash, writes to friends
here that she is improving wonder
fully in health, and enjoys the Pacific
coast climate very much.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Inger johnson contemplates taking
the civil engineering course at the
state university. He has shown con-
siderable aptitude in that direction
and would certainly make q success Of
If
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

A delightful picnic was held
Wednesday in the P. W. Hayes pasture,
outh of the city, by the Methodist
Sunday school. A large number at
tended, enjoyed hearty outdoor
meal, and had a very good time in
general out. door games.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

F. B. Logan of Royalton is busily
engaged preparing for the Morrison
county exhibition at the state fair
Farmers who have fine specimens of
grain grasses OF vegetables should
make Mr.. Logan aware of the fact
1t is expected that Morrison county
will be at the top of the prize winners
this year.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

The Entire Nous club is the name of
new social club, which was
organized Tuesday afternoon at the
home Of Miss Alma Fortier by about
twenty young ladies', who assembled
there. Officers were elected as
follows: Faye Medley, president; !;
Anna Dennis, vice-president, and
Abba Richard, secretary.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

= Mrs. James Dobie aged about 50
years, who is making her home with
Mr. and Mrs. George Coultas, is
seriously i'll with complication of
diseases due to old age. She has had
several failing spells during the past
year, but this last one has affected her
the worst. 1t is very doubtful that
she will recover. .
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

In letter to the Motley Mercury
NJ. NJ. Merrill, the successful travel
ing man, recommends the Little Falls
Business college to the young people OF
Motley in very glowing terms.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Born-To Mr. and Mrs. Fred
Hoffman. Jr., of St. Paul. Monday,
August 10th, daughter.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

John j. Kasparek, of California, is
visiting his brother, v. E. Mr..
Kasparek has been making a tour of
the United States, and has visited all
the principal scenic attractions and
the great cities, and thinks every loyal
American who can should visit his
own country first.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Hon, H. D. Brown, candidate for
governor Of Wisconsin, will speak
tonight in front of Merchants State
Bank.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Paul Elfstrom of this county and
Miss Anna Glad of Lancaster, kitson
county, were united. in marriage Tues
day morning by Justice Gerritz. and
visited here Tuesday and Wednesday,
guests of Mr.. and Mrs. John Lindqulst
of the West side. They departed
yesterday for Lancaster, where they
will probably make their future home.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Mrs. L. E. Richard entertained a
number of ladies at her home, corner
|of Fourth street and First avenue
northeast, Thursday afternoon. in.
honor of Mrs. j. j. o. Fortier of.
Sorel, Canada, who is here visit
ing her daughter, Mrs. S. q. Vasaly.
The afternoon was spent in 8 social
talk and card playing, at the close Of
which dainty refreshments were
served. All in attendance had a fine
time.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14
GERMAN EVANGELICAL LUTH-
- ERAN CHJJRcH ----.-.-.-.-------. --.-.------

Rev. A. Siegenthaler, pastor.
Sunday school 8 80 q. m. Services
10 80 a. m. Theme: ): stThe Cod
Tempting, Murmuring OF Israel and
the Water from the Rock. = Exodus
"a, II. S.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Pat Cahill, a well known and
popular employe Of the boom company
for years, left this week for Dublin,
Ireland, called by the illness of his
mother. He will be away about three
months.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Rev. Samuel Peterson Of Lake City
will preach in the Swedish Evangelical
church on Tuesday, Aug. 10.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Meeting Marquette Court Monday
evening, Aug. II.
Little Falls herald. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1889-1950, 1908-08-14

Mrs. James Love was taken to the
hospital Tuesday, and will undergo
an operation today.