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-t SUCCUMB S O INJURIES Alfred Brewer, Victim of Boiler Explosion, Dies at Hospital. FUNERAL WILL BE HELD TO MORROW AFTERNOON Condition of Other Victims Con sidered Serious But Not Dangerous. Alfred Brewer died at St. An thony's hospital yesterday after noon as a result of injuries re ceived in the Frohn boiler ex plosion two weeks ago from which he has lain in a semi-con scious condition since the time of the accident. The funeral will be held tomorrow from Lahr's undertaking parlors and the re mains of the unfortunate man will be interred in Greenwood cemetery temporarily after which they will be shipped to the old home of the deceased in Illinois. He was 28 years of age. He is survived by two brothers, Albert Brewer, who was also injured in the explosion, and Wm. Brewer of Illinois and a sister, Mrs. Fred Eikstadt, whose hus band also sustained very severe injuries in the accident. Brewer's death had been anti cipated by the doctors and nurses who attended him for some time as he has been slowly sinking ever since the accident occurred. The condition of Eiks tadt and Albert Brewer is con sidered very serious but hopes of saving the lives of both men are entertained. Order a few more pictures from that negative at Reed's Studio. Mr A Wheelock Presents the Eminent Canadian Actor, Mr. Harold NELSON and His Company In the Remarkably Successful Romantic Military Drama, HEART AND SWORD A Most Complete and Beautiful Scenic and Costume Equipment- Opera House, Monday, Dec. 26 Prices, 50 cts. 75 cts. and $100 Seat Sale Opens Saturday at Barker's Drug Store. PRINCESS Grocery Co. Today we inaugurate our cut in every thing in Christmas Tree Decorations, Candies, candy Toys, Etc. The line is still complete come while we have what you want. Don't forget our line of Bon Bon Boxes Fancy Chocolate Candy Candy Candy at wholesale prices Genuine Lether Cigar Cases Case Pipes Pocket Books Tole Pouches Mixed Nuts Home Made Taffy Ripe Tomatoes Cucumbers Radishes Lettuces Celery. Extra Select Oysters Fancy Greening Apples, $2.25 per barrel. Princess Grocery Co M. E. CARSON, Mgr Phone 282 Bemidji, Dec. 23The pro prietor of the Model Bakery has been found guilty of running and imitating the only exclusive bak ery and confectionery in a thor oughly up to date manner, where at all times can be found a com plete assortment of bread, cakes, confectionery, ice creams, hot and cold drinks. A true bill for LAN OFFICIAL IN BAD SCRAPE E. J. Holler of International Falls, to Be Tried For Em bezzling $300. E. J. Holler, of International Palls, who is accused of embezz ling $300 from F. A. Green of Stephen, Minn., a former sheriff of Marshall county, will be tried at the present term of court at Grand Rapids Green, it is said, made a timber and stone proof before Holler* at International Falls, the latter be ing United States commissioner. It is claimed that Holler appro priated the money and diverted the proof, the facts being un known until the land office at Duluth notified Mr. Green- to to to to to FILIPPINOS TROUBLESOM E Officer and Thirty-Seven Men Killed By Ambushed Natives-Town Is Threatened, Manila, Dec. 23.The Pulajanet tribe ambushed and killed at Dolores, Island of Sainar, one lieutenant and 37 enlisted men of the 38th company of native scouts. Two thousand Pulajans threaten Dolores and the situation is considered critical. FOUND GUILTY Proprietor of the Model Bakery Adjudged Guil- tyFull Particulars of a Most Interesting Case. that he would have to submit his proof within a certain specified time. This aroused suspicions which were not in any sense al layed when the land office officials found it impossible to get andowning answer to letters written to Hol ler. Holler was arrested on a bench warrant and brought to Grand Rapids, where he pleaded not guilty when arrainged. He* was postmaster at International Falls until recently but was removed and J. C. Chamberlain was placed in charge of the office until a suc cessor is appointed. Holler was one of the publishers of the Border Budget, but his interests wererecently purchased by his partner, Slocum. carrying in stock and vending a complete line of holly, evergreen and Christmas tree trimmings has also been rendered against Mr. Bly. This is the verdict of the people and from it there is no appeal. If you are looking for anything in this line call at the Model Bak ery, 315 Minnesoto Ave. or phone 125. HANKS WINNER IN CONTEST Secures Two Falls Out of Three in Exhibition at Star Last Night. In the wrestling match at thefrom theater last night between E. C. Hanks, the Walla Walla wrestler, and "Kid" Flandreai of Grand Forks, the former _won out, setion curing two out of three falls. A large crowd was present to wit ness the exhibition, which, as Referee Munroe declared at theas'the opening of the contest, was strickly "on the square." When they stepped upon the mat both men looked in the pink of condi tion. Time was called and in 20 minutes of fast and active work by both, the Washington iran floored his husky opponent and the first fall was accomplished. After seven minutes intermission they again grappled, but in this tussle Flandreai succeeded in the more scientific man frorn. the west in six minutes. The third time up it could be noticed that the effort of the match was to be made by both men. Each was on his guard, however, and although they came together many times the final hold was not secured for nearly 30 minutes, when Hanks tried for a full Nelson and was successful. Flandreai tried every possible move known to disengage him self from the grasp of the other, but slowly and surely he was turned downward until his back Today & Tomorrow and the most complete line of Luxurious Furs in Ladies' and Misses' Scarfs, Boas and other Fur Neckwear. Muffs to match the scarfs and boas. We have a nice line of GENTLEMEN'S FUR-LINED COATS, which will be sold at a saving to you of from 20 to 25 per cent. Gentlemen's Seal Skin Caps make nice Xmas gifts. Remember, the sale will be on TODAY and TOMOR- ROW ONLY, until 9 p. m. Every Fur article sold is guar- anteed. The reliability of Zekman Furs has been estab- lished for over ten years. A 7!F A TN I Manufacturing Furrier, tfy XI. iin JYlTmm, 2 ONLY: Don't wait any longer with your Xmas Gifts! Furs acre peculiarly appropriate a.s Gifts! I. KRAYWETZ, representing A. Zekman, manufacturing fur- rier of Minneapolis, is now at the Markham Hotel Ladies' Parlor with a full line of Ladies' FurJJackets, in Otter, Beaver, Persian Lamb, Near Seal, Krimmer, Astrakan, 3 Fifth St., S. Minneapolis. JURY FAILS O AGRE E After Mature Deliberation Nan Patterson Jury Re turn Without a Verdict. New York, Dec. 23.The Nan Patterson jury came into the court room at 11:30 and an nounced, their inability to agree. The court sent the jury out for further deliberation. The jury reported again at 12:50 that they were unable to agree and were discharged. GRAND BALL TO NIGHT Bemidji Orchestra Gives Second of a Series at City Hall. The second of a series of dances given this winter by the recently organized Bemidji or chestra will occur at the city hall tonight. Every detail has been carefully looked after and the event premises to eclipse any thing of the kind ever given in the city. A feature of the dance will be the music, which will be furnished by the organization. SUCCESSFUL BEMIDJI MAN Dr. W. R. Morrison Will Em ploy Assistant as Result of Increasing Practice. Since Dr. Morrison returned Chicago, where he spent the summer in post graduate work, his practice has increased to such an extent that the addi of an assistant will be ne cessary. The doctor's selection of Bemidji as a suitable point in this line was well warranted, train service is such as to make this city accessible to a large territory. The hearty support he has al ready received from the public, together with the endorsement by the local doctors, has served to increase his practice much. The doctor is one of the best qualified specialitts in northern Minnesota. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor and spent a year at the Northern Pacific hospital at Brainerd, which, together with his extensive experience in gen eral practice, especially fits him as a specialist. The doctor received a degree in the Chicago Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat post graduate school and has since that time been en joying an increasing patronage until now he has one of the larg est practices in this special line of any in Minnesota. touched the mat and the contest was won. IS GRATEFUL TO FIRE LADDIES Senator Swedback Shows Ap preciation by Presentation of Check. The Bemidji fire-department has received a check from Sena to E. J. Swedback in the sum of $35, the present being given as a Christmas gift and alsoto showina slight manner his appreciation of the good work done by the fire men at the fire in the Swedback block on Thanksgiving day. Since the fire, although his loss was severe, Mr. Swedback feels even more confidence in the depart ment than ever before, and he will always be ready to lend them support if needed. Nothing can be better than the bestMark's lung Balsam is the best. i Money Cheer- fully Refunded on AH Pur- chases Before or After Xmas. mm 9} fr^^^^AAAAAAAA'AAA A^^^^^AA^^^A^ The Bazaa The Bazaar Store is the center of attraction this week for both old and young. The counters are loaded with Toys and Xmas Goods of all kinds but right here we wish to mention our fine line of RUGS Axminster, Wil- ton, Monarch, Smyrna, Etc., upon which we are making extra low prices. Mittens, Gloves, Etc. We have McKibbin's sample line of Gloves and Mittens and can sell them cheaper than you can possibly purchase them anywhere besides the large assortment enables you to get anything you want in that line. The Bazaar Department Store. ^^TTTTTTTT^TfTTT^^^TTTTTTTTTTTf Bemidji Commercial College is now in a position teach any and all subjects taught by that school for $1.00 per week nights, and $1.50 per week days, straight. All subjects. P. J. CONWAY, Principal. Box 744, 108 Sixth Street, between Bemidji and Beltrami Avenues. C. E. Social. The social held by the Y. P. S. C. E. of the Presbyterian church, at the home of Miss Bertha Trask on Wednesday evening, was a decided success. The oc casion was a reunion of the mem bers of the Society, some of whom have been attending our state University and others have been teaching in the country. About forty were present and time passed quickly in yisiting and playing games. Light re freshments were served about 10:30 p. m. THE CLOTHIERS. r.50n Powerful ValuesMoney cap not buy better apparel. $22, $20 ant $18 quality Suits and Overcoats for men and youn men, at $1g 5 _j!=^~=i.,^ ^INTERESTING^ ..Smoking Jacket News.. Famous make of high art House Coats soft material, beautiful, attractive patterns $7, $6.50 and $6 values $5.00 $6.50 Bath Robes in immense selection a con sideration that ought to appear to'you $5.00 Grand Sale of Stein Bloch Suits, Over coats, Raincoats. A ft MODEL Bakery Will be Headquarters for Christmas Trees, Trimmings and Holly. A full line of Candies con stantly in stock and our special effort will be to please the Xmas trade. We bave the very best and the moderate priced goods. Our facilities for making Wed ding Cakes and Christmas Cakes are unsurpassed and all orders will receive careful attention. Remember the Model Bakery for "GOOD THINGS TO EAT" R. R. BLY, Holly by the car load at the Grill. I 1 We close Hon-! day at noon to jj give our Em--J ployes a Xmas 1 Holiday. I