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-^^|^iff^ APPENINGS IN GOPHER STATE News From All Parts of Minne sota Given in Condensed Form. EVENTS BRIEFLY TOLD Where Busy Readers Will Find News From All Parts of State Tersely Chronicled for Their Benefit. DuluthFive men are now held at the county jail as a result of the in vestigation by a special grand jury of the lynching of three Negroes June 15. St. CloudA. W. Hines, a local bar ber, was arrested for being drunk and disorderly. He acquired his jag by drinking toilet water, he told the pol ice. He was released to secure the money. DuluthThe Lake Superior Pre vention of Accidents conference was .held. "Safe installation of electrical blasting equipment" was the subject of an address to be given by T. H. Mischell.' St. CloudHerbert Luckaroth, 6 year old son of Ignatz Luckaroth, was billed at Avon. In taking a loaded shotgun from the wall, the weapon was discharged, the full load tearing through the boy's neck. HibbingFrank Brackvich is dead from wounds received when shot "through the head twice by an un known man in a dispute over a card ame. The man who did the shoot ing has not been captured. St. PaulHearings have been resum-' ed in ouster proceedings against Wil liam N. Nash, Hennepin county attor ney under suspension on a bribery charge connected with the Minnea polis liquor smuggling conspiracy. WellsA. D. Akerman, a farmer, "had his nose removed and his son John is in a critical condition in a hospital here, from injuries received "when a circular saw, which the two were using to saw cordwood, broke. Sauk CenterThe Sauk Center Farmers' shipping association handled $114,000 worth of stock during the year just closed. A dividend of 8 per cent was declared and $1,000 placed in the surplus fund, It is planned to in crease the capital stock to $5,000. HibbingIndustrial teams in Hib "bing will be asked to enter the Na tional Amateur Industrial baseball aeries to be played at Akron, Ohio, early this fall. One hundred concerns from different parts of the United States have already signed up for the series. HibbingRobert Belfort, charged "with stealing automobiles, was bound over to the grand jury to await trial. WOT more than a year he has taken cars for purely "joy riding" Every cat he stole was found within a short time after the disappearance and in .good condition. BemidjiMore than 100 delegates were entertained here at the summer outing of the Minnesota Fire Under writers association. The delegates were entertained at Birchmoht, Be midji's popular summer resort, at the head of Lake Bemidji, and the meet ing was purely an outing. VirginiaDistri ct Judge Freeman is trying the damage suit of J. B. Hume against the Duluth & Iron Range Co., the Wiwabak Transfer Co.,' and Vince Vidas for $50,000 damages -alleged to have been sustained when a passenger train hit a motor truck of the .company driven by Vidas, on Which Hume was a passenger. Thief River FallsJulia McClellend, 17 years old, a maid employed at a local hotel, is believed to have at tempted suicide by jumping into the Thief River just below, the power flam. Fishermen pulled her out and SBsmmoned physicians, who saved her Mie by means of a pulmoter The gh has assigned no reason for her yaat. TMankatoCouncilmen who have ^beeaa investigating the matter, will re port progress toward securing a site for the proposed $125,000 armory. Tentative plans submitted by Toltz, King & Day, of St. Paul, call for a combined armory and auditorium in cluding headquarters for the Fifth Hegiment. The present armory would jfhe used for a supply room, and storage Ibuilding for the regiment's motor trucks. AlexandriaWith the election of of rfieers of the thirtieth annual conven tion of the Minnesota Christian En deavor concluded a four day session .here. Besides delegations from the tate, Winnipeg and Bismarck, N. D., were also represented. Officers "Chosen for next year are: President, B. Whittier, St. Paul vice-presi dent, N. C. Stork, St. Paul secretary, Anna L. Hardin, Hastings treasurer, George H. Quam, Minnetonka Mills And field secretary, Margaret M. Bradt, St. Paul. SlaytonA proposed $50,000 bond Issue for the erection of a memorial 4o Murray county soldiers of the world -war was defeated by a large majority cat a special election. Slayton voted 3Sgg0 ,to 81 in favor of the issue, but 4Qtfter parts of the county strongly op- TjDOsed it. It was proposed to erect a -ctjnjaiunity building. 'WinonaAn independence day cele bration will be conducted here under the auspices of the American Legion Ipost of Winona. Legion posts in neighboring towns in Minnesota and Wisconsin will be asked to co-operate %tb.a program. LuverneTo replace the regular Fourth of July celebration, Luverne this year will have a three day base ball tournament. WheatonWheaton's first market day was popular, sales in all store I were brisk, buyers coming from a radius of 35 miles. VirginiaCharged with operating a still in Indian territory, Nestor Kang as of Hibbing has been bound over to the federal grand jury. I VirginiaThe play ground season opened here with the five city play grounds filled tc capacity. Coach Alf Jackson and Miss Kathryn Carey of the high school faculty are in charge. CrookstonWholesale arrests were made by authorities of Polk county and Crookston in an effort to break up an alleged liquor "ring." Six of those arrested were bound over to the grand jury on charges of selling liquor. WinonaBecause of the great num ber of bugs attracted by the electric lights, the city council has ordered the Winona white way and downtown dis tricts darkened for the summer. A protest has been registered against the order. HastingsPolice of the twin "cities have been asked to aid in the search for the brace of thugs who assaulted and held up former Mayor J. G. Sieben at Hastings. Mr. Sieben is able to be around, but is still weak from the effects of the beating he received. HibbingA jury in district court re turned a verdict for $2,375 for the plaintiff in the case of Dominic Albini vs. W. J. Ryder. The plaintiff sued for $7,500 for the death of his son who, he alleged, was killed last sum mer by a truck owned by Mr. Ryder. The jury was out two hours. Little FallsA man, believed to be B. E. Hurd of Pine River, is in a criti cal condition at the hospital here as a result of having slashed his throat on a Northern Pacific train. He was a passenger on No. 9 and when a short distance south of here stuck a pocket knife in his throat making a gash of about two inches. CrookstonA campaign to improve the streets and residence property In Crookston has been launched by the Crookston Association of Public Af fairs. A general committee ,to super vise the entire city has been named as well as committees for each ward. Awards will be made in each section of the city at the end of the summer season. I WinonaArticles of incorporation for the Winona Co-operative associa tion have been filed with Secretary of State Julius M. Schmahl. The as sociation's purpose is to build a co operative store here. The incorpora tors and directors are practically all local labor leaders and the capital stock is placed at $75,000, to be issued in $50 shares Redwood FallsBud West, 14 year old son of W. H. West, was drowned in a swimming hole near here. Hart ford Anderson, caught in the current with young West, was rescued by Barnard Crane, who plunged into the water when he realized the predica ment the two boys were in. The body of young West was recovered in 12 feet of water. WinonaWinona housewives who put empty milk bottles, with enough money in them to pay for the next day's supply on the back porth, at night wondered why no milk was left and the money gone. The driver, when questioned, said he found no money and his firm's rule was "no money, no milk." The police caught a man on the rounds just ahead of the milkwag on extracting the money from the bot tles. In court he pleaded guilty, say ing he was out of work and hard up. EllendaleSeven school districts in the vicinity of this village will hold meetings during the week of July 8 to 16, to determine the sentiment of each towards the consolidation with the local district. The Ellendale dis trict and one other have already voted their approval of consolidation, and at least four of the others are expect ed to approve. The consolidation will mean an enlargement of the present local school, and the addition of a full high school course to replace the pres ent two years' course. St. PaulChanges in three impor tant state offices, made by Governor J. A. A. Burnquist, following the re signation of James T. Hale, state tax commissioner, has placed Gustaf Linclquist, secretary to the governor, in a position in which he may hold over under the next administration. Under the changes that have\ become effective Mr. Lindquist is state insur ance commissioner, succeeding John B. Sanborn, who succeeds Mr. Hale. Leland W. Scott of the governor's office staff will succeed Mr. Lindquist. St PaulGovernors of Wisconsin, .North Dakota and South Dakota have been asked to confer with Governor Burnquist of Minnesota to discuss the coal shortage situation in the North west. The date of the conference has not been definitely set, but probably will be next week. Several towns in the Northwest are reported to be with out any coal and the supply on hand at the Duluth-Superior docks on Lake Superior is said to be comparatively small. Means of speeding up coal shipments to this section of the coun try will be discussed by the governors. CrosbyCrosby is making prepara tions to greet the members of the Northern Minnesota Editorial associa tion on July 16, 17 and 18. Knute Nelson, United States senator from this state, will be here to address the gathering on Saturday evening of the convention. SandstoneMr. and Mrs. Emil Lar son of Sandstone celebrated their gol den wedding aty their home here, being surrounded/ by their six children who all live in Sandstone and twenty-sev en grandchildren as well as other rel atives and many friendsabout 150 guests in all. jgfei^' ^uUfr.Wa&ff ^y '^U^fykkMmm Mr. and Mrs. John Aure, of Thief River Falls, arrived Sunday to visit with friends and relatives in this vi cinity. The Alvarado baseball team will play the Forest River team at Forest River Tuesday evening. Walfred Markuson, who is employed at the Auto Supply Co., in Grand Forks, spent Sunday and Monday at his home near Alvarado. Mr. and Mrs. Barnt Christianson and daughter Clara, of Radium, visited with friends, in the village Sunday. Miss Grindeland, of Warren, is giv ing vocal and grade music lessons to a number of pupils at the Gustaf Ander son home. Walter Malm, who has bee* visiting at the home of his uncle, W. F. Malm, autoed to his home near Argyle Tues day. Pete Westiuud. of Hallock, called on old acquaintances while passing through the village last week. Mr. Westlund, formerly was employed in this vicinity twenty years back. Mrs. Peter Pealstrom was in town Tuesday. Mrs. Swenson and two daughters, of Lake Park, are visiting at the home of Mrs. Swenson's sister, Mrs. Anton Hill. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Severson, of Osnobrook, N. D., arrived Sunday to visit at Mrs. Severson's parental home. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Sands and son Russell, of Viking, attended the Amer ican Legion picnic and also visited with relatives in the village Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Pete Sorenson and Elmer and Mr. and Mrs. I. N. Lodoen attended the county fair at Warren Sat urday. Mrs. Lodoen received thirteen prizes. Mr. and Mrs. Rev. Henrickson, of Battle Lake, are visiting at the home of Mrs. Henrickson's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Peterson. Mrs. Joe Rendahl, wife of Joseph Rendahl of this village, died Tuesday morning at the sanitorium in Thief Ri ver Falls. She succumbed from tuber culosis, and leaves to mourn her death besides her husband, a little sou and (laughter. Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Malm, son Er* in, and Hannah Larson, left Tuesday, via Grand Forks, for a trip to Duluth, where they will visit at the Christian son home. Marie and Walter Anderson and the Xelson family, from Stephen, spent Sun day at the Willie Larson home. The American Legion members gave a successful picnic Sunday. After the parade from the town hall, a program A A as held in the park. The band played a number of selections and addresses Avere given by Supt. G. Holmquist. of Warren, and I. N. Lodoen and John Sands. Refreshments were sold. Some interesting races were run. The picnic ended with a ball game betAveen Stephen and Alvarado Avhich Alvarado Aulstreng-Austin. On the 24th of June, at the Kongs vinger church, occurred a quite wedding AAhen Miss Lillian Aulstreng, daughter Dr. R. B. Swenson Dentist Alvarado, Minnesota ALVARADO NEWS TIT Trade Mark ^fn-y't A4 ^*.t!1 of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Aulstreng, be came the bride of Clarence Austin. The flower girl was the little niece of the bride, Julia Aulstreng was the bridesmaid and Arthur Austin the best man. Miss Mabel Johnson acted as organist and played the Lohengren wedding march. Mr. I. N. Lodoen sang "Oh Promise Me" and "Oh Happy Home." After the ceremony a delight ful reception was given at the brides home. Mr. and Mrs. I. N. Lodoen and family were the guests from Alvarado. Many beautiful gifts were presented to the bride and groom. Norgaard-Hagen. On the 30th of June Henrietta Nor gaard became the bride of Bernart Hagen. The wedding occurred at the Murray church which was beautifully decorated in yellow and white. The bride was attended by three brides maids who wore dresses of yellow and blue. Miss Mabel Johnson presided at the organ, while Mrs. Ludvig. of Grand Forks, sang "For You Alone", and Mr. Lodoen sang "Oh Promise Me." Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Dahlgren and Mr. and Mrs. I. N. Lodoen were Alvarado guests. A reception Avas given at the home of the bride after the ceremony. Swedish Lutheran Church Notes. Ladies' Aid at the home of Nels Markuson (rural) Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Next Sunday there will be morning services at the Elim church at 10:30. Evening services in town at 8 o'clock. The new pastor Rev. Joseph O. Mattson has taken up his residence in Alvarado and desires to have a good attendance at all the meetings. Everyone is wel come to the services of this church. Sunday School Avill be held in church at 11 o'clock next Sunday. TABOR Miss Ethel Drinkwine, of Mentor, visited with Mrs. F. J. Miska for a few days, returning to her home Monday. Some of the Taborites motored to Winnipeg last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Malm and son Curtis, of Grand Forks, spent Sunday in Tabor. Andrew Stinar called at Marek's Sun day afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Palya and Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Stinar autoed to Lari more, N. D., on Monday. A. W. Neujahr LICENSED Bmbalmer ft Undertaker Alvarade, Miimwfr CHESTER WHITES of the best blood lines, for old and new customers. Stock for sale at all times. Your inspection invited. M. W. Munger & Son Breeders and Shippers of CHESTER WHITES Adds Distinction TcTthe Dining Table __ ^t The most beautiful of'all table cutlery is that made with handles of Pearl or "Ivoroy.** This ware is not only distinctive in itself but harmonizes perfectly with cut glass* silver and fine table linen and is an adornment to every well appointed dining table. UNIVERSA Table Cutlery is made for service as well as appearance the blades are of finest quality steel, heavily silver plated (16 dwt. to the dozen instead of the customary 12 dwt)/ They are thin and flexible and sharp to a degree seldom attained in cutlery of this character. Our line of this cutlery is complete in every way and we extend you a most cordial invitation to visit this department of our store. W also carry UNIVERSAL Carvers, Kitchen Cutlery, Shears, Pocket Knives, Razors, etc, in styles, sizes and prices to suit you frJNIVERSALt This on each Blade "Ivoroy" an. exclusive UNIVERSAL Product which closely resembles the finest elephant ivory but which is guaranteed not to crack, warp, shrink or work loose. JulyReduction Sale Genuine Reed Baby Carriages and Sulkies offered at BIG DISCOUNT on account of overstock Lot Color Was Now 511W Blue '$61.00 $48.80 510W Brown $59.50 $47.75 505W Nat. or Oak $43.00 $34.40 506W __ Grey $46.75 $37.90 913 Grey $42.00 $34.00 Sulkies special at $4.25 and $8.50 Collapsible Sulkies, special at $,10.00, $11.00, $13.75 These prices are way below present market but we have more use for the money than car riages at this time. WARREN FURNITURE CO. I you are figuring on anew Separator or Gas Engine see J. R. THOMAS Avery and Nichols & Shepard Machines WARREN CHAUTAUQUA More delightful, more timely, more inspira tional than ever. A Great Screaming Farce Comedy "The Elixir of Youth." A barrel of tonica care remover a world brightener. The story of a man who found the "dope" to prolong youth forever, but it got him into more trouble than two mothers-in-law! More fun than a month's vacation! John B. Ratto, Impersona tor An evening you can never forget.' Impersonations "in make-up" of life's most interesting characters. Famous historical review. lllliiiiilliiiiiiiililiiiliiiiiii Musical Plays Montague Light Opera Co. One of the finest musical attractions ever offered. Scenes from light operas in costume. Community Build farnoi:s Bob Finch, and his famou lec ture. "Shifting Gears." BolshevismDo We Want It? Homer C. Boblitt. ex-war worker saw Red Russia first hand. Cus toms, aims, meanings of Bolshe vism. Musical Joy Night Schweizer Sextette. Six novelty joy artists headed by Gene Schweizer of Chicago. A jazz band and singing sextet. Public Defender of Pitts burg Rollo McBride. Knows crimin als. Grippiug Address, "Making Crooked Men Straight."" Concert Artists Elsa Kressman Trio, with Miss Kressman, herself. Come, ye music lovers, and enjoy the feast! Sextette Winsome Girls Althea players, with charming violin ensemble. Governor Who Brought Profiteers To Time i i Ex-Gov. E. W. Hoch of Kansas. A great statesman in burn- 1 ing message on America's Problems. JUL 18-22 if I lH IJ!J amc