ENTERPRISE 1887. USGENWEB NOTICE: In keeping with our policy of providing free information on the Internet, material may be freely used by non-commercial entities, as long as this message remains on all copied material, AND permission is obtained from the contributor of the file. These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by other organizations. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material for non-commercial purposes, MUST obtain the written consent of the contributor, OR the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. Made available to The USGenWeb Archives by: Ira Benham January 7, 1887. LOCAL LIFE Yesterday and today are the coldest days of the season. The thermometer hovered about the fifties below zero both mornings. HUBBARD HAPPENINGS The Long Lake Milling Company starts up today. Joel Robinson of Verndale, arrived Monday and has accepted a position in the Hubbard County Bank. Married: Fritz Boekers and Sabina McKeon, of Hubbard, at Wadena, Minnesota, December 29th, 1886, by Rev. Ignatius Tomazin. John F. Bement and Edith S. Wilkins, of Hubbard, were also married at the same place on the same day. The young couples have our congratulations and best wishes. Services at the school house Sunday by Rev. William Dawson, were well attended, and all, with a unanimous voice, declared if favor of a religious organization and Sunday School. January 14,1887 HUBBARD HAPPENINGS The M. E. Sunday School of this place held its first session Sunday at 2 o'clock P.M., in the school-house. The following are the officers: McCarty Bement, superintendent; I. H. Bradford, Assistant Superintendent; Miss Ida Blair, secretary, and Joseph Replogle, Treasurer. The opening was very promising, and if every father and mother would make it a point to attend and bring their children, a great success will follow. January 21, 1887. MORE TERRITORY. An effort will be made this session to get additional territory from Cass attached to Hubbard county. This is a matter that affects every taxpayer in the county. There should be a unity of action in the matter and earnest work. It is an opportune time to gain more territory which is naturally ours. THAT BAKER'S DOZEN. The Detroit Record says that " the proposition of setting off the eight eastern townships of Becker county and attaching the same to Hubbard county would scarcely be supported by a baker's dozen of voters in Becker county." We beg leave to inform Bro. Hamilton that his 'baker's dozen' has grown to nearly two hundred, and is still booming, as we are informed by the residents of Third Prairie. MISDIRECTED SYMPATHY. Speaking of this county the Detroit Register says: "Becker county people sympathize deeply with those little fellows." Don't do it any longer, friends, don't. It's wasted effort. With low taxation, excellent financial standing as a county, railroads pushing their way toward us, an increase in territory from Cass county to be made, and eight townships from Becker county coming to us, we solicit your congratulations. We'll soon be as big as you'uns. ADVANTAGES OF ANNEXATION. The people of Third Prairie are moving earnestly in the matter of being detached from Becker County and annexed to Hubbard County. Public meetings of representative citizens have been held, and petitions are being circulated, which find ready signatures, we understand from a large majority of the settlers. These petitions ask the state legislature to pass an ennobling act, so the people of Becker county may vote on the proposed change. If the vote should be granted, and when taken, a majority of the voters of the county should consent to let them go, they would seek admittance as a part of Hubbard County. There are many reasons why the change should be desired. The sturdy yeomanry of the eight townships of eastern Becker county, who have settled up one of the finest sections of country in the Northwest, find themselves a part of a county of which they have no natural affinity. Detroit, the county seat, is from forty-five to sixty miles distant, and reached only by traveling over a road made up of hills and marshes, and which is one of the roughest in the state. They have no necessity of going there to trade, other railroad points being much nearer and more accessible. For all practical purposes, Detroit is as remote from all local interests as Halifax or Jericho. , Furthermore, the other sections of the county more thickly populated, have used the power they have had to control county affairs, well nigh to the exclusion of the Shell Prairieites. The later find themselves burdened with taxes to pay for a $40,000 Court House erected in Detroit, while, we are told by settlers, during the past half dozen years, Third Prairie has received practically nothing in the way of road improvement from the county. In county affairs they have had no voice until this last fall, when their first Commissioner, Mr. E. J. Moore was elected. The natural barriers which exclude Third Prairie from the rest of Becker county, caused by the peculiar topography of the county, hemmed in as it is by the long line of hills, precipitous and rough, added to the excessive taxation, from which they receive little benefit, causes the thoughtful voter of that section to be dissatisfied with his present lot, and he turns toward this county for relief. There is every reason why he should. The Third Prairie is only a continuation of the fertile plains, which as the Shell Prairies, have become famous as the finest wheat raising section in the Northwest. The country stretching from Shell City to Linell, is one homogenous whole. If Third Prairie was a part of Hubbard county, the distance to the county seat would be only six to twenty miles, through a level stretch of country, over some of the finest natural roads in the state. Moreover, the people who settled the prairies are largely from the same section here. They believe that the taxation, now so onerous, would be lighter and more beneficial, were they incorporated into our county. Instead of, as now, being the tail end of a large kite, they would enter Hubbard County, and from the first would have a potential voice in its affairs. They have been isolated long enough and "want to get in out of the rain." While the people of Hubbard County would not compel them to come in, they cannot but realize the natural desire of their neighbors to be politically a part of the same system that they are geographically. It is a question for them to settle, but a majority of the people of Becker county should be fair minded enough -- as we believe they will -- to grant a very reasonable request, the Enterprise assures them a hearty welcome within the precincts of Hubbard county, to which they are bound by all natural ties. LOCAL LIFE Mr. Oliver Dynes and Miss Jennie Benham left Tuesday for a visit to their old homes in Canada. OBITUARY DIED. January 15, 1887, of a lingering illness, at his home near Long Lake, Hubbard county, Minnesota, Moses Manlove, aged eighty two years and nineteen days. Funeral services were held at the home of his son, O. P. Manlove, by Rev. Wm. Dawson, of Park Rapids. The deceased left six children, three sons and three daughters, Mrs. Marston, Wakegan, Illinois, and Mrs. Blair and Mrs. Leland here. He was born in North Carolina, came to Illinois in 1826, was in the lead mines in Wisconsin from 1827 to 1829, then settled permanently in Schyler county, Illinois, and engaged in the milling business till 1846, when he removed to Grant County, Wisconsin, where he lived near Muscoda till he came to Hubbard county five years ago last spring. He lived through an eventful period in history from 1804 to 1887. Honest and upright in all his dealings and principles, he commanded general respect wherever he was known. Our father, the good old man, was full of years; he had lived out more than the allotted time of man, and easily and peacefully passed over the dark river. We laid him away with sorrow, fully believing in a Reunion in the Great Beyond. On that limitless shore When parting is o'er. O. P. M. OSAGE A meeting on Saturday, the 15th, to consider the advisability of certain changes in county lines, was adjourned to this evening, the 18th. It is proposed that certain towns in this part of Becker county be set off and annexed to Hubbard county. Our citizens seem to be, as a unit, in favor of the change. January 28, 1887. LOCAL LIFE At request we re-publish the obituary notice of Mr. Moses Manlove as we made some mistakes in the first issue. Howard Shaver and S. U. Tinkiss of First Prairie dropped in on us yesterday, and at the clink of two silver dollars place their names on our subscription books for a year. MARRIED BENHAM-LORD, At the residence of B. A. Manter, Hubbard, Minnesota, January 23rd, 1887, Rev. Wm. Denley officiating, Mr Clarence W. Benham to Miss Annie L. Lord, both of Park Rapids. Mr. and Mrs. Benham have the congratulations of a wide circle of friends and aquaintances, with whom the Enterprise joins. OSAGE Editor Enterprise:- We have all read with considerable satisfaction your answer to "G. V's" letter to the Record, and that 'baker's dozen" is growing daily. Only a few are left now in this section who oppose the annexation. OBITUARY DIED. January 15, 1887, of a lingering illness, at his home near Long Lake, Hubbard county, Minnesota, Moses Manlove, aged eighty two years and nineteen days. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Wm. Dawson, of Park Rapids. The deceased left six children, three sons and three daughters, Mrs. Marston, Wakegan, Illinois, and Mrs. Blair and Mrs. Leland here. He was born in North Carolina, came to Illinois in 1826, was in the lead mines in Wisconsin from 1827 to 1829, then settled permanently in Schuyler county, Illinois, and engaged in the milling business till 1846, when he removed to Grant County, Wisconsin, where he lived near Muscoda till he came to Hubbard county five years ago last spring. He lived through an eventful period in history from 1804 to 1887. Honest and upright in all his dealings and principles, he commanded general respect wherever he was known. Our father, the good old man, was full of years; he had lived out more than the allotted time of man, and easily and peacefully passed over the dark river. We laid him away with sorrow, fully believing in a Reunion in the Great Beyond. On that limitless shore When parting is o'er. O. P. M. February 4, 1887. LOCAL LIFE J. W. Jay has returned from below. He is making preparations to leave the prairies in the spring. He goes into business with his son, A. E. Jay in Waseca, Minnesota. Our genial Brother Hamilton of the Detroit Record mistook our earnestness in behalf of the interests of Third Prairie people for rage. We were so only in his mind. However we'll forgive him for his misunderstanding, on the ground of short acquaintance, inasmuch as he knows a good thing when he sees it, and admits that the Enterprise is not only famous but "a most excellent newspaper." BUSINESS CHANGE This past week several changes have taken place in the Shell Prairie Bank. Mr. E. B. Marshall, of Battle Lake , has added his capital and becomes cashier, while W. L. Winslow, still retaining a large moneyed interest, remains president of the bank. Mr Marshall has returned to Battle Lake to finish up business matters there , but will shortly return to take charge of the bank, Mr. Winslow will act independently, placing farm loans, and dealing more especially in real estate. February 11, 1887. DIED At her home in Park Rapids, Minnesota, February 4th, 1887, Mrs. Helen Hall Fitch, wife of E. H. Fitch. The deceased was born in Annsville, Oneida county, New York, March 12, 1833. She was left motherless at the age of eight years; spent a happy childhood and youth, and at the age of nineteen publicly avowed her love for the Savior. Shortly after this she removed to Clinton, Leniwe county, Michigan, where she lived twenty six years. In 1879 she removed to West Union, Iowa, and on February 8th, 1881 was married to E. H. Fitch. The June following, Mr. and Mrs. Fitch came to Park Rapids where they have since resided. As early as her removal from Michigan to Iowa, Mrs.Fitch had premonitions of that dread disease, which finally terminated her life, and after living in Park Rapids some years, during which her health was perceptibly and surely giving way, in November, 1885 she returned with her husband to West Union, where she received medical treatment from Drs. Robinson, of West Union and Parker of Fayette, who removed a cancer December 8th. She remained in Iowa until November 19th, 1885, she returned with her husband to was but coming home to die. The winter brought with it as the days went by, intensified suffering and the certainty of death. Surrounded by her husband and sister, Mrs. J. A. Delzene and other relatives and friends who gladly and lovingly sought to alleviate in every way the suffering she was called upon to bear, she finally after several weeks of semi-delirium and unconsciousness the larger part of the time, past away February 4th. Mrs. Fitch was a member of the Congregational church of this place. She had------ by all who new her. The funeral took place at the school house Sunday at 12 noon, and was attended by many sympathizing friends. Rev. Wm. Dawson, spoke from the text, "Blessed are the drad who die in the Lord."-- very appropriate words of comfort and consolation. February 18,1887. LOCAL LIFE A. J. Kindred and Hort Hendrickson of First Prairie were in the city Wednesday. The School-board have let the contract for building the new school house to T. C. Myers of Verndale. His bid was $3850.00 the lowest received. Mr. and Mrs. Denning have the sympathy of the community in the loss of their baby girl who died last Friday after three days of life. The people of first Prairie will be glad to learn that Mrs. Denley has received permission from the state officials to act as Pharmacist and that she will open a drug store in Hubbard. MARRIED MEAD-KIDD-- At the residence of the brides parents, Thursday evening, Feb. 17th, 1887, Mr. Charles W. Mead and Miss Rena Kidd both of Park Rapids. Rev. Wm, Denley officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Mead have the best wishes of many friends, with the hope that the voyage through life may be to them a happy one, Both parties are widley known. The bride as one of the young people of the place has always been foremost in helping in all social events in the village, while Charley's sterling business qualities have commended him to an increasing number of friends. May they live long and prosper. February 25,1887. (Missing Issue) March 4, 1887. LOCAL LIFE J. W. Jay and family leave for Waseca, Minn, next Monday. DIED Dr. J.E. Churchill, at the home of his son, C. E. Churchill, Park Rapids, Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock March 2nd 1887. Dr. Churchill was born in Middleton, Conn. in 1817. At 18 years of age he went west and settled at Ironton, Ohio, where in 1842 he married Mary Kellogg. Mrs. C's death took place two years ago last August at this place. In 1856 he again removed further west and located in southern Illinois, where he lived until 1882. In the spring of that year he removed with his sons to the Shell Prairies where he has since resided. He practiced the profession of medicine for over 40 years. As a man he was known for large heartedness and strength of character. His mind was speculative, and he took great delight in the solution of mysteries in both the natural and spiritual world. When 22 years old he received internal injuries from a vicious horse kicking him from which he never recovered, and which ultimately were the cause of his death. During the last ten years he has suffered much, being a confirmed invalid. The past year his suffering has been intense, until finally, the tired weary body succumed to the disease and on last Wednesday morning he passed away from earth. He lived the allotted time of man. His marriage was blessed with eight children five of whom are now living, four of whom with their families are living on the prairies. The funeral took place Thursday at the school house. Rev. Wm. Denley officiating. Many friends and neighbors gathered to witness the last of earth of one of the oldest and most highly respected citizens who has lived here. March 11, 1887. LOCAL LIFE The water power on Straight River which Cook and Buck are about to utilize has a fourteen foot head. Credit to Whom Credit is due. Detroit Record: On Thursday, C. E. Bullock, J. M. Hawkins, J. J. Brewer, Peter McIntyre. Mathew Gary and I. S. Overhaulser, all of Carsonville were in Detroit for the purpose of making final proof upon their respective claims, before Clerk of Court McKinstry. These men were among the pioneers of Becker County, and if ever men were entitled to good claims at the hands of Uncle Sam, they are. Three of the party located in 1880 and the others '81. Mr. Bullock in company with Geo. Carson, Sigford brothers, and seven others, located the first claims upon the Shell Prairies, going north from Verndale in June 1879. They encountered many hardships, being obligated to travel over almost impassible roads, fording and swimming the steams etc. Arriving on Third Prairie the party camped upon a beautiful piece of country, and a vote deciding that they should here locate their future homes, Mr. Bullock being the oldest of the party, was accorded the priviledge of the first choice of claims, and he took that upon which their camp was pitched. After locating their several claims the party continued westward to White Earth, thence coming to Detroit and after filing upon the land, returned to their homes in southern Minnesota and Iowa. They remained absent until the spring of 1880, when they returned with their families, live stock, farming implements, etc., ready for actual settlement. We received a pleasant call from Messrs. Bullock and Overholser and they related many incidents regarding their early experiences, which while they may not have been so pleasant to them in reality, are certainly interesting now. The Shell Prairies are noted for the active and enterprising men who are located there, and all who have visited that section are loud in their praise of the people they meet, the improvements which have been made, and the country in general. March 18, 1887. LOCAL LIFE T. E. Buck tells us that preparations for building the new flouring mill on Straight River are being made. Miss Jennie McKeon will look after the educational needs of the pupils of Dist. No. 2 (village of Hubbard.) The term holds four months commencing April 4th. salary paid $30.00 per month. March 25, 1887. April 1, 1887. April 8, 1887. TO THE PUBLIC We ask the indulgence of our readers this week in the lack of local matter. Business changes demand that our time be taken up otherwise. Be patient with us and I promise that I will make up for whatever deficiency exists at present, in a much improved paper soon. April 15, 1887. April 22, 1887. April 29, 1887. LOCAL LIFE On Saturday evening last Mrs Kane, mother of W. L. Spencer, died at her son's home at an advanced age. The funeral occurred Monday, Rev. Wm. Carter conducting the services. May 6, 1887. LOCAL LIFE Rev. Father Tomazin held services at the new Catholic church here Wednesday. Sickness at our home has kept us there much of the time the past week hence the deficiency in the local makeup. May 13, 1887. (Missing Issue.) May 20, 1887. G. A. R. BEAN BAKE E. S. Frazier Post of The G. A. R. will give their first Grand Bean Bake today at Shields and Downer halls, Park Rapids. Tables will be set up in Shields Hall from 1 o'clock till 5 o'clock P.M. free to all. Dance will commence at Downer's Hall at 7 o'clock at 7 o'clock P.M. Good music in attendance. All comrades are requested not to forget their baskets and have them well filled. Provisions from other parties will be thankfully received by the grand army boys. The committee of arrangements are G. W. Coon, D. W. Clason, M. Florida, John Delzene, M. Sanford. Floor managers, F. E. Baker, Gilbert Pike, D. W. Clason. Tickets, Including supper and dance for gentleman and lady, one dollar. May 27,1887. LOCAL LIFE Ambrose Blunt, who has been suffering from a nose bleed, is stopping with his brother, David at his place. About two weeks ago it commenced and has increased since until the last week, when it has bled profusely. Dr. Walling, who was called, said it was due to throat trouble and Dr. Rounds, of Verndale, who was summoned Wednesday, confirmed that view. Both physicians think he will recover speedily. DIED Mrs. May Grant Mandigo, wife of David Mandigo of Park Rapids, at Waseca, Minnesota, May 19th,1887. Mrs. Mandigo was born in Illinois April 10th 1853. With her parents she removed to southern Minnesota when about ten years of age. She enjoyed good educational privileges and for a number of years taught in the public schools of Faribault and vicinity. In the summer of 1884 she came for a visit with her sister, Mrs. A. E. Jay, became aquainted with and married our townsman, David Mandigo. Since then she has resided here. Mrs. M's. health, never good, has been failing rapidly for some time and to her friends it has been evident for months that death was not far distant, On the 10th of April she left Park Rapids for a visit to Waseca, where her father, brother and sister live, hoping that a rest at home might improve her health; but the journey was too long a one for her and she grew worse instead of better. On the 16th, summoned by a telegram, Mr. Mandigo hastened to Waseca, arriving there Wednesday noon, the 18th. He found his wife very low indeed. She was conscious for only an hour or two after his arrival, after which she lay unconscious until six o'clock Thursday morning when death came. The funeral took place Friday and the remains were interred at Morristown, beside her mother, of whom she so often affectionately spoke. June 3, 1887. (Missing Issue) June 10, 1887. LONG LAKE Warren Wilkins is building a new residence on the road nearer the village. ELBOW LAKE Mike Piynske has made quite an improvement on his farm in the way of a barb wire fence. Mr. Piynske has donated one acre of ground near the school house for a cemetery, and on the 1st of July all hands will meet there to cut brush and ornament the grounds. June 17, 1887. (Missing Issue) June 24, 1887. LOCAL LIFE\ Eli Maltby and wife, from Minneapolis, arrived here Friday. They are the parents of Milo Maltby, who with his family, came in the spring. Mr. Maltby came to stay and is erecting a house west of town. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank all the friends and neighbors who extended to us their aid and sympathy during the illness and after the death of our little boy. Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Benham. July 1, 1887. LOCAL LIFE Ed Hinds is back from his trip to Maine. A. A. Shaw has bought F. L. Allen's hotel at Hubbard. Mr Shaw is from Ellendale, Dakota. G A R ENCAMPMENT NOTES These members of the Frazier Post, Park Rapids were present: W. L. Spencer, J. J. Vogtman, S. M. Todd, M. Sanford, G. W. Rutherford, F. E. Baker, G. W. Coon, Dr. P. D. Winship, S. S. Mckinley. and the Park Rapids Band. Verndale Journal. July 8, 1887. July 15, 1887. LOCAL LIFE Rev. Father Tomazin held Catholic services here Wednesday. H. B. Morrison, the Motley lumberman, was in town Monday. Mrs. Geo. Mandigo, with her sister, Miss Minnie Heisel returned home Friday. Harry Billings, father of James Billings, Banker, Hubbard, and formerly president of Hubbard Co. Bank, died at the residence of his daughter in Long Island, Kansas, July 1st. Ben Tisdale is the proud father of a good sized boy born Wednesday. Last Saturday evening about 25 citizens met at the school house and organizes the Greenwood Cemetery Association. Six trustees were elected: G. H. Rice, E. B. Marshall, E. W. Rossman (Frank?), Will Casler, Wm. Kidd. BUSINESS ACCESSIONS That Park Rapids is growing and that the surrounding country demands more business is evident. We are glad to note this week, three new business houses, in branches of business where the increasing trade justifies their location. M. C. Schoneberger, formerly of Jamestown, Dakota, has leased the store building owned by J. A. Delzene and will at once open out a fine and well selected stock of leathers, whips, saddlery and harnesses. Mr. S. has the reputation of being a skilled workman, brought up in the business and will sell goods at prices that are reasonable. We bespeak for Mr. S. a share of the patronage of the people of the Prairies. Mr. S. is a live man, as will be seen by reference to his "ad" in another column of the Enterprise. Rice and Winship are just opening out a well selected line of drugs, paints and oils in the store building owned by C. F. Rice on Main street. Dr. Winship will fill any prescription wanted in short order. If you want anything in their line, call on the new firm. All who know Charley Rice are assured of uniform courtesy and fair dealing at his hands. We are glad to commend them as safe and reliable. G. W. Rima, our new hardware merchant, has on the road a carefully chosen line of shelf and heavy hardware, suited to the needs of the country and will constantly carry a large stock. Mr. R. proposes to sell his hardware at prices none can quarrel with and invites the custom of the people. ELBOW LAkE The death of John Marx was a surprise to all, as it was understood that he was recovering fast from his illness, under the treatment of Dr. Winship. He was buried yesterday in the new cemetery near Elbow Lake. Mr. Marx leaves a wife and two children. He had lived here five years this fall. STRAIT RIVER Mrs. Robert Pritchard was happily surprised by the arrival of her brother, Mr. Gilles and wife from Osage, Iowa, last week. July 22, 1887. HUBBARD Ye Correspondent has been engaged so extensively in railroading the past few weeks that time was short and hence our Hubbard locals ran out; but having the line of railway established through this village beyond a doubt, and as Hubbard is soon to be the livest and most prosperous town in the county as well as a railroad center of large capacity, I again come to the front with plenty of steam to blow ye winds of the morning and waft the news to the Enterprise once more. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Hendrickson, Saturday, July 16th, a son. He kicks the beam at 11 lbs. Alf says he will be around in a few days to thump the boys and will conduct the first train of cars that goes into Park Rapids July 16, 1907, A.D. F. J. Steinmetz, of Minneapolis, visited our city this week. Fred has taken to himself a wife and he has the hearty congratulations of many friends as the happy couple glide down the stream of time. The Long Lake Roller Mills are getting a wide reputation for their excellent flour and orders from Duluth and other places are coming in fast. This shows that its proprietor gets to the front every time and he deserves success, surely. Do not fail to attend the ice cream supper and entertainment to be held for the benefit of Rev. Wm. Dawson, to be held in Hubbard August 2nd at J. W. Jarvis store. All are invited to see notice elsewhere. July 29, 1887. LOCAL LIFE T. C. Myers is now building the school building at Hubbard, which should be a great addition to that place. COUNTY SEAT LAW DECLARED UNCONSTITUTIONAL This is a condensation of an article in the July 29,1887 Enterprise. It nullifies the moving of six county seats including the moving of the Wadena county seat to Verndale. August 5, 1887. LOCAL LIFE Rev. Wm. Denley and family have removed from Hubbard to White Earth. Entered into paradise on Friday the 29th of July, 1887, Florence Elizabeth, the infant daughter of Rev. William and Mrs.H. M. Denley aged almost two years. "Of such is the Kingdom of Heaven." August 12, 1887. LOCAL LIFE Mrs. Jesse Benham, with Daisy, leaves for Canada soon to make quite a visit. The Enterprising people of Hubbard are to build a Methodist church. Over $500.00 have already been subscribed. Will Corliss will build a law office on the lot south of the Shell Prairie Bank. David Stowell and wife from Chickasaw county, Iowa, arrived on the prairies yesterday and will make this their home. OtterTail County Farmer: Will Corliss has gone to Park Rapids to open a law office. Mr. Corliss is a young man of exemplary habits, has a thorough knowledge of his profession, having completed his education at one of the best law colleges in the country and we take pleasure in recommending him to the citizens of Park Rapids. He is the eldest son of Hon. E. E. Corliss, one of the best known attorneys in Northern Minnesota. Robert Morrison is plotting his lake shore property into lots. Several people have bought lots of him. It is a fine location for a summer resort. Now that the county seat is surely established here for a number of years, that fact will help in the more rapid and substantial development of this place. With the recourses, which are ours to command, The certainty of a railroad building to this place within the next 12 months, and our natural indisputably central location for Shell Prairie trade, Park Rapids can positively look forward to much growth in the near future. August 19, 1887. LOCAL LIFE F. W. Rossman, having amassed a fortune in the hotel business, retires to private life October 1st. Rev. Wm Denley and his son, George, passed through town Tuesday with two loads of household goods, en route to their future home at White Earth. Mr. Denley will occupy the position as teacher to the Red Lake Indians, while Mrs. Denley takes charge of the hospital at White Earth. A BEAR ESCAPA(E)---ADE Ben Tisdale has had an adventure Saturday night, while coming up from Hubbard, just as he got to the old ford and about crossing the foot bridge, he heard heavy steps. He wondered where they came from and before he could go further, he found himself hemmed in by three bears. He didn't wait to go over the foot bridge, but swiftly, yes, muchly so, waded into the stream and got to the further shore. The time made the rest of the way home was unprecedented. It was a rainy night, black as a stack of black cats, and Ben saw visions of bears close to his heels, until well within the city limits. Even then he didn't feel very safe as the policemen were all asleep as usual. It was a bear escape. To quote Ben, " I Tell you now, when I saw that bear in front of me, I didn't stop to walk over the foot bridge: I just dropped into the water and made tracks for home. There are holes in my hat now, where the hair went right up through." OSAGE Mr. W. S. James and Miss Alice James, of Eagle Bend, are visiting their sister, Mrs. E. E. Peets. Mr. James will return soon to St. Cloud, where he will remain until he graduates. Miss Alice will join her parents in Missouri. August 26, 1887. LOCAL LIFE Born: At Linnell, August 22nd, a girl baby; weight 91/2 pounds. Mrs. Dolen is the happy mother. Dr. Winship reports mother and child are doing well. September 2, 1887. LOCAL LIFE Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kidd rejoice over the advent of a bright little girl at their home, born Tuesday last. September 9, 1887. LOCAL LIFE Last Monday evening Mr. Joseph Replogle, while quietly attending to his own matters in Hubbard, was seized by Byron Waterman and Enos Townsend, and against his wishes forced into Hendrickson's saloon and demands made of him that he treat the crowd. This Mr. Replogle refused to do, and bid them let him depart. In the attempt to get him inside, they tore his coat and roughly treated him. Mr. R. had the parties arrested and yesterday the parties were brought before Justice S. J. Boorom who fined them each with costs $6.35. In the meantime Mr. Replogle drew up a petition which is to be presented to the county commissioners, entreating that the saloons in Hubbard be closed a nd their licenses be revoked, in behalf of the peace and safety and moral welfare of the place. Quite a number of the citizens of Hubbard and First Prairie have already signed it and more are eager to. We have been told that little attention has been paid to the State law by the saloon men and general disorder and fear are the result. On Wednesday Mr. Replogke received the following anonymous communication: Hubbard Sept 7 1887 Mr replogan sir if you want to live in this country you must not send that petition to have the licence revoked you must remember there is a time hear after and you will suffer to take the advise of a friend and drop that petition yours Citizen of hubbard Mr. R. is not alarmed by such threats but he does propose to be able to walk the streets of the town without molestation. Joseph Replogle has lived in Hubbard for three years past and during that time he has never entered a saloon until he was forced into one the other night. He is a total abstainer and is recognized as an industrious quiet citizen. In this attempt to maintain his rights to common safety and to assert the dignity of citizenship, he should have the hearty support of every home loving citizen of Hubbard county. DIED Mrs. K. O. Tisdale, wife of Benjamin Tisdale, at Park Rapids, September 4th. Mrs. Tisdale was stricken down last Friday morning with congestion of the brain. She recovered so that in the afternoon and evening she conversed happily with her husband and it was thought all danger was over, but at about 4 o'clock Saturday morning she had another attack and from that time until she died she was most of the time unconsious or semi-consious until seven o'clock Sunday evening when she breathed her last. Mrs. Katie O'Brien Tisdale was born in Wisconsin on the 25 day of November, 1863. On February 22nd she was married to Benjamin Tisdale at Minneapolis. Mr. Tisdale removed here about one year ago. She leaves two children, Charlie, who was two years old June 11, and a little babe, Francis Rollin, about four weeks old. The funeral took place at the family residence Tueday at 10 a.m. The Catholic service was observed, of which church Mrs. T. was a member. The remains were interred in the Hubbard burying ground. In this sudden affliction which has in the death of his wife befallen him and the two babes left motherless. Mr. Tisdale has the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. September 16, 1887. (Missing Issue) September 23, 1887. DIED Mrs. R. C. Shields, wife of A. E. Shields, at her home in Strait River Township, Sunday, September 19th. It is our sad duty this week to record the most sudden death which has ever occurred in this vicinity. Mrs. Shields had conversed with friends, had gotten the meals and been well as usual. About nine o'clock she lifted her youngest boy into her lap and a few minutes after complained of faintness and was carried to bed. As she grew worse a physician was summoned and efforts made to relieve her but cramps in the region of her heart became more and more frequent and in great agony she sank rapidly, and died at a few minutes past eleven o'clock. It is thought her death was caused by the breaking of a blood vessel. Roxie Curtiss was born near Bangor, Maine, July 18, 1853. She was married to Mr. A. E. Shields in Minneapolis, Nov. 3, 1875. Mr. Shields came here from Ada, Norman county, July 1st, 1886, and purchased a farm three miles south of town, where, with his family, he has since lived. Mr. and Mrs. Shields were blessed with five children, three of whom are now left motherless: Alice, 9 years old; Lessie E., 6 years and Frankie, 3 years. In this hour of their bereavement, the lone husband and motherless children have the sympathy of all. The funeral took place at the home Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. Wm. Carter officiating. Mr. Carter spoke very appropriate words from the text, "Be ye also ready, for in such an hour as ye think not, the son of man commeth." The remains of the deceased were interred in the Hubbard cemetery. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Park Rapids, Minnesota. September 17th,1887. Commisioners all present. The affidavit and complaint of Joseph Replogle was presented to the board complaining that A. E. Benham and James J. Hendrickson of Hubbard, Minnesota, had violated section one (1), chapter 81 of General Laws of Minnesota for 1887; asking that the license heretofore granted to said A. E. Benham and James J. Hendrickson for the sale of intoxicating liquor, be by the commissioners revoked, in accordance with section 28 of said chapter 81. On motion it was ordered that the county auditor give notice to said A. E. Benham and James J. Hendrickson to appear before the county commisioners at the auditors office in Park Rapids, Minnesota, on Saturday, October 1st, 1887, at 9 o'clock a. m., and show cause why said licences granted to them to sell intoxicating liquors at Hubbard, Minnesota be not revoked according to law. September 30, 1887. WHEAT STACKS BURNED. Mathew Geary, living about six miles west of town, suffered serious loss by the burning of his wheat stacks Wednesday night. They were some distance from his house and how they caught fire is a mystery. This year's crop has been swept away and as Mr. Geary is a hard working farmer of little means, it is a heavy blow to him. It has been suggested that every farmer, who can, contribute a few bushels of wheat to Mr. G. to help him. We are certain that many will be glad to act upon the suggestion. MARRIED Corliss-Stanton,--Mr. Charles W. Corliss to Miss Alice Stanton, at the residence of the brides parents, Fergus Falls, Minnesota, September 22. Mr. Corliss located here as an attorney some months ago and has already gained the confidence of the community as a young man of ability and sterling business qualities. The Enterprise extends heartiest congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. C., with the hope that to them life's voyage to them may be a felicitous one. Mr. and Mrs. C. have settled down to housekeeping at the residence of C. F. Rice. OSAGE And now W. H. Bateman wears a huge smile spread all over his honest face, and all because its a girl. Mother and daughter are doing well. October 14, 1887. LOCAL LIFE The Hubbard Bulletin made its promised appearance last week. It is a six column folio. Ed Horton presides over the pen, shears and paste pot. The first number shows a good advertising patronage, and is made up and printed at the office of A. S. McMillan of Verndale. Swan and John Rodin from LaSalle County, Illinois, are in the city. They are after land. A. S. McMillan now prints three papers from his two offices: The Motley Register, Verndale Journal, and Hubbard Bulletin. SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNTY COMMISIONERS. Park Rapids, Minnesota. October 1st, 1887. 9 o'clock a.m. Present, Peter Turnbull, Chairman, W. H. Martin, R. J. Rex. Meeting called to order by the chairman. The affidavit of Joseph Replogle, and petition for the revocation of the liquor license of J. J. Hendrickson for the sale of intoxicating liquors at Hubbard, taken up for consideration. J. J. Hendrickson appeared by his attorney, C. E. Bullard, and presented his license to the commissioners and asked that it be cancelled by the board at his request and without prejudice to him. On motion by W. H. Martin, seconded by R. J. Rex, the said license was ordered cancelled as requested by Mr Hendrickson. By request of complaintant Replogle, the charges against Mr. Hendrickson were withdrawn. The affidavit of Joseph Replogle and petition for the revocation of the liquor license of A. E. Benham for the sale of intoxicating liquor at Hubbard next considered. A. E. Benham appeared by attorney C. E. Bullard, and presenting his license to the commissioners, asked that it be cancelled by them without prejudice to him. On motion of W. H. Martin, seconded by R. J. Rex, the said license was ordered cancelled, per the request of A. E. Benham. By request of Mr. Replogle, the complaining witness, the complaint against A. E. Benham was withdrawn. On motion the auditor was ordered to compute mileage and fees of sheriff and witnesses who have appeared in these cases under consideration, and draw his warrants for the same. NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the commissioners of the matter of erection of a dam on the Crow Wing river will meet at 10 o'clock a.m. on the 15th day of October, 1887, said meeting to be held on the SW1/4 of the NW1/4 of section 32, Township 140 Range 33 in the County of Hubbard, State of Minnesota, to consider the matters contained in the petition of G. W. Pike, F. H. Florida and John Claflin, for the erection of said dam; to hear all allegation and testimony of all interested parties and also to apprize the damages to all land affected by said dam and take any further action that may by the statute be required. By order of Wm P. Miller,John H. Campton and Joseph Replogle, Commissioners. October 7,1887. Mostly destroyed October 14, 1887. (Missing) October 21, 1887. LOCAL LIFE The Annual State Conference of the Methodist church, closed its labors Monday. The appointment for Park Rapids and Hubbard for the ensuing year is Rev. Wm. P. Rice. Mr. Rice comes here from western New York, where he labored many years. He arrived Wednesday, and will reside during the winter with his son, C. F. Rice. A VISIT TO OSAGE Last Monday we enjoyed a pleasant ride ten miles west to our neighboring town of Osage, Becker County. We found the town much improved since our last visit and the merchants all busy. K. C. Allen has a fine stock of goods and efficient help in Frank Horr and John Fought. S. S. McKinley, next door, has a full line of general merchandise and seemed to be enjoying a good trade. Sanderson & Son, further west, have a well-selected line of merchandise. Bullock & Allen, the new hardware men, are getting their stock into shape and bespeak the patronage of the public. Third Prairie has had remarkable crops this year and everything indicates another year of prosperity for her farmers and merchants. We took dinner at the pleasant hostelry of DeWitt Clason. Just as we were coming away, about three o'clock, some stir was made at the store of S. S. McKinley and the people of the place hurried thither. Death had entered the village and "Grandpa" was no more. S. R. McKinley, father of S. S. and A. B. was taken ill and fell to the floor. Efforts to resuscitate him were of no avail. The old gentleman, though seventy five years old, was seemingly in as good health as usual, when without warning he dropped away. The sudden news saddened all, but to his wife who had watched over him for many years the shock was almost to great to bear. We left the village about four o'clock with the thought that in the midst of life we are in death. MARRIED Potter-Moran---At Hubbard, Oct. 19th, by Rev. Ignatious Tomazin, Mr. Charles Potter and Miss Mary Moran. The Enterprise extends best wishes to the newly married couple. SUDDEN DEATH OF AN OLD SETTLER. Monday afternoon last wile S. R. Mckinley was sitting on the counter of his son's -- S. S. Mckinley's store, at Osage he suddenly leaned over, fell to the floor and expired. The families of his children -- S. S. and A. B., with his wife and neighbors, did every thing possible to revive him, but without avail; the spirit had fled. Mr. M. was apparently in good health. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Wm. Carter conducting the services. Simeon R. McKinley was born December 3oth, 1811. in Herkemer county, New York. He removed to Ithaca with his parents when but a boy. At the age of 20 he became a Christian and united with the Methodist church. At 23 he was married to Eliza Updike in Tompkins county, New York, near Ithaca. Their union was blessed with nine children, six of whom---five sons and one daughter---with their mother, mourn his loss. In May, 1837, Mr. McKinley, with his family, removed to Geneva, Lane county, Illinois, remaining there until 1856, when they again removed to the newer west, locating at Newburg, Mitcell county, Iowa. In 1882, with his sons, Mr. M. again started fo the frontier, removing to Osage, Becker county, Minnesota---one of the first settlers of Third Prairie. Mr. McKinley was a born pioneer, always breasting the vicissitudes and experiences of the frontier, helping by his energy to build up new communities. He was much respected by his neighbors and his familiar figure will be greatly missed in the village of Osage. Strait River A pretty little brunette girl at Jake Graba's. One week old. October 28, 1887. LOCAL LIFE Henry Tolle was married to a Wadena lady last week. DIED Rue, Mrs.A.G., wife of J. C. Rue, at her home at Park Rapids, Monday, October 24, 1887. Mrs. Rue was very sick for the past seven weeks and it grew more apparent as the days went by that recovery was not to be looked for. That dread disease, consumption, settled upon her. She suffered intense pain and gradually grew weaker, passing away Monday evening. The day she died she said to her friends who watched by her, "I am ready to go." Anne Cariher was born in Warren, Turnbull County, Ohio, in 1844. She was married to J. C. Rue October 27, 1861, at Salem, Ohio. With her husband she came west in 1865, and removed with him to the Shell Prairies in 1881. She leaves her husband and an adopted daughter to mourn her loss. The funeral services were held at Park Rapids Wednesday at 2 o'clock p.m. Rev. Wm. Rice conducted the services, speaking from the words, "So teach us to number our days that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom." November 4, 1887. OSAGE An eleven pound girl arrived last Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lehman, and Frank's smile is perceptibly enlarged thereby. November 11, 1887. (Missing Issue.) November 18, 1887. THE LAND EXCITEMENT. Caused by Throwing Open the Odd Sections to Settlement. When some weeks ago, notice was given by the St. Cloud Land Office officials that on or after November 7th, filings would be received on Northern Pacific lands within the indemnity limits of the lands covered by the company, public attention was attracted by its significance. At first only a comparative few had faith in the matter, most fearing that the railroad company would take advantage of the rights of appeal, and contest the claims of every settler who filed on the lands. But each day the number who quietly went "on a hunt to Lake Itasca," grew, and by the 7th quite a large number of filings were made. At first these filings were simply received and noted by the register and receiver of the land office, there to remain 30 days before papers would be given, and in that time liable to contest by the Northern Pacific Railroad Company. But before the week was over a change was made. The land office at St. Cloud received notice from Washington, ordering the register to give all parties who made application for lands within the last ten mile belt, pre-emption and homestead papers at once. On Friday night Walter Phipps received his homestead papers at this office, on land applied for Monday, and Saturday night some twenty more parties received their's. This fact gave still further incentive to claim seekers, and a general scramble ensued. Today every quarter section within some miles of town, considered of any value, either prairie or timber has been taken. Many citizens on the prairies and large numbers outside have availed themselves of this opportunity and secured choice pieces of pine to the north of us, have gone with their families, made settlement on the land and will locate there. The phase of the matter which has excited the most discussion and elicited the most feeling, is the opening of the odd sections on the prairie to homestead and preemption. Much of this land has been held for some years by parties who purchased it from the Northern Pacific company from $2 to $4.50 per acre for it and receiving warranty deeds for the same. These parties have, many of them, made large improvements, some entire quarter sections being under the plow and good buildings erected. Despite this papers have been granted on these lands and individuals are taking improved farms under the homestead law. Of course, in such cases, there are four parties whose interests are involved: the United States Government; the Northern Pacific Railroad Company; the purchaser of the land; the settlers. Land Commissioner Sparks says this last ten mile belt the railroad never had any right to whatever; that parties who have purchased within this limit, did so at their own risk; that purchasers who are actual settlers on land bought, have prior right under the homestead or pre-emption laws to file papers on 160 acres, but no more; if they have exhausted their rights under existing laws, they have no remedy save recourse on the railroad company for purchase money paid. Parties who have just returned from the land office, say that it is the opinion there, however, that congress will, at this coming session, pass a law protecting innocent purchasers who have improved the land. The second party interested, the Northern Pacific company, it is understood has virtually given up any expectation of holding lands within this ten mile limit. However, if the innocent purchaser loses his land, the company will have claims to meet amounting to thousands of dollars, and are to this extent interested. The innocent purchaser naturally feels that he has been let down and denies Mr. Sparks statement that he bought the land at his own risk, citing the fact that since these prairies were opened, every odd section has been marked by the St Cloud Land office as "N.P.R.R. Land;" and states that in many cases the reason that he bought it, was that he was told by government officials that it was not government land, but belonged to the Northern Pacific railroad company. This land he bought in good faith, at the in stance of the government itself, and has improved it until now it is worth many times its original value. Shall it now go to other parties by the action of a government which he has always believed protected property rights? Whether right or not in his conclusions, this is about the way he reasons, in not very reasonable frame of mind. It is safe to say that "the innocent purchaser" is an individual that congress will become aquanted with this winter. The actual settler is the fourth party interested in these lands and has gone into these farms since November 7th; has his homestead papers, and is living there. In fairness to him it should be stated in most cases he hopes the man who bought and improved, or bought and hasn't improved will get his pay for the land; but reasons that the opportunity was offered by the United States government, some one was going to take the land and why not he. That is the condition of things as they exist today. Never has the "oldest" inhabitant seen such excitement here. The past ten days , teams with small loads of lumber have been steadily going from the mill and every quarter section accessible in the timber or on the prairies, testifies to the use which they have been put. A look over the prairies shows scores of new houses, varying from one board put up against another, to good, well built houses. The craze is settling down to a steady interest. Almost every body has a claim, and now each day sees the number of strangers increase. Our hotels are crowded and they are likely to be so for some time to come. The last ten miles extends about a mile and a half below town and eight and a half north. The Northern Pacific road bears sharply northwest from Verndale, so that the ten mile belt runs rapidly north from this point west. There is some question about the next ten miles, in the thirty mile belt, being held by the N.P.R.R., but no papers are being given by the land office in that limit, and at present it cuts no figure in the case. While some individuals may suffer---though we believe in the end justice will be done to all--yet out of all this commotion and upheaval, the county will be greatly benefited. The Shell Prairies and Hubbard county, in fact all this region, has been, by this action of the government--if carried out and the rights of the settler maintained--put forward many years. LOCAL LIFE That boy of Charley Lowe's grows right along just as nicely as if we had mentioned his arrival into the world before. He is now all of two weeks old. November 25, 1887. LOCAL LIFE We have surrendered most of our local space in this issue to latest obtainable information on the indemnity lands thrown open to settlement, Knowing that our readers are more eager to learn news on this subject than aught else now. As the above item states the indemnity lands were the big question on the Shell Prairies at that time and it did take up much of the news space of this issue. I do not believe it is worth my time to copy it all so if reference is needed refer to the November 25, 1887 Enterprise. I. H. B. Dec. 2, 1887. LOCAL LIFE W. H. Colgrove of Arkport, New York, was among the hotel arrivals this week. REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS FROM OCTOBER 8TH TO DECEMBER 1ST. Christian Sheidecker to Mary and Besssie Keiser. NE1/4, Sec.11, T.139 R.35. John A. Downer and wife to E.R. Hinds, SE1/4, Sec 21, T.139 R.34. Lida and William Cassler to Greenwood Cemetery Association, five acres in NE1/4, NE1/4 Sec.30, T.140 R.34. US to Wm. Crooks, NW1/4, Sec.6, T.140 R.34. US to E. R. Hinds, NE1/4, Sec. 28, T.139 R.34. Fred H. White, to Samuel Hull N1/2 NW1/4 and W1/2 NE1/4 andNE1/4 NE1/4 Sec. 18, T.139 R.33. US to John H. Claflin, NW1/4, Sec.22, T.139 R.34. John H. Claflin, to Wm. J. Deffenback, NW1/4, Sec.22, T.139 R.34. Vannie Todd to David Mandigo, Lots 11 and 12 block 4, Churchill's addition to Park Rapids. US to C. T. Blair, NE1/4 SW1/4, W1/4 SE1/4, and Lot 5 Sec.4, T.139 R.34. Homestead James C. Wilcox and wife to Orestes Wilcox, SE1/4, Sec.34 T.140 R.35. N.P.R.R. Co. to W. L. Winslow, SE1/4 SW1/4and Lot 2 Sec.19, T.140 R.35 N.P.R.R. Co., to A. F. Stewart, SW1/4, Sec.5, T.139 R.35. A. F. Stewart to Chas W. Stewart. SW1/4, Sec.3 T.139 R.35 Wm. Crooks to Peter Turnbull, NW1/4 Sec?, T.140 R.34. Eli B. Ames, administrator to John S. Pillsbury, undivide 1/2 of N1/2 NW1/4, Sec. 21, T.139 R.33. N.P.R.R. Co., to August Buckingham, Lots1 and 2, Sec.19, T.139 R.33. E. B. Marshall to W. L. Winslow, W1/2 SW1/4' Sec.23, T.140 R.35. Samuel P. Todd to Maggie Webber, Lot 6, Block 5, Brighton. S. P. Todd and wife to Sabin Boeker, Lot Block 5, Brighton. Arthur R. Carter, E1/2 SE1/4, Sec. 11, T.139 R.36. December 9, 1887. MARRIED Abbot-Fox. Monday December 5th, by Justice Coleman, Mr. Asa Abbott and Miss Lillian Fox, both of Second Prairie. Mr. and Mrs. Abbott have the congratulation of many friends, with whom the Enterprise joins. Kribs- Heisel, Wednesday evening, December 6th, at the residence of George D. Mandigo, Mr. Fredrick Kribs to Miss Wilhelminn F. Heisel, Rev. Wm. Rice officiating. Both parties are well known in this county. Mr. Kribs has been interested for several years in the Itasca region, where he has lumber interests. During this time he has made Park Rapids his headquarters and has gained many friends. Miss Heisel for a number of years has spent much of her time with her sister, Mrs. Mandigo, teaching in the district schools hereabout a number of terms. She has gained a wide acquaintance and is a universal favorite among all classes. The Enterprise joins most heartily in the general congratulations, and wishes Fred and his fair bride all the blessings which can follow Heaven's richest boon to earth--a happy home life. COMMISSIONERS MEETING Dec. 3, 1887. A bill from John Budde for plank for bridge on Shell River, for $54.00. Aloud. December 16. 1887. (Missing Issue.) December 23, 1887. Married Parks Hensel, At the residence of Wm. Casler, December 20, 1887, by Rev. Wm. Rice, Mr. Jesse Parks and Miss Mary Hensel, both of Park Rapids. Best wishes of friends go with them in the journey of life. December 30, 1887. A BIT OF ANCIENT HISTORY Brainerd News: Certain Parties in this city are said to be negotiating for the purchase of the hull of the "Lottie Lee," which lays near Pillager on the Crow Wing river, with the intention of putting in machinery and using it above the dam at this point. It will be remembered that this boat was constructed by the Shell River Navigation Company some three years ago, of Shell City, for the purpose of running between that place and Brainerd. It was thought by the promoters of the scheme that if they could make the trip and show up the fact that the Crow Wing was navigable, they could get an appropriation from the government for the purpose of improving the river. They claimed, among other things, that wheat from the Shell River country could be carried cheaper to Brainerd by flat boats and loaded upon cars at this point for less money than it could be hauled to Verndale or Wadena by wagon. The boat was built and left Shell City some time the later part of July, 1883, with the following officers: Captain, J. C. Speelman; clerk, James Billings, also secretary of the Shell River Navigation Company, and numerous stockholders and their wives. Arriving at Motley an excursion was gotten up and a large number of people availed themselves of the privilege, and took the first, and in all probability their last steamboat ride on the Crow Wing river. The trip from Shell City to Brainerd was made in about one week, and the "Lottie Lee" tied up one morning at the old ferry landing at the foot of Main street. A large number of excursions were gotten up here, the trips being principally between Brainerd, Crow Wing and Fort Ripley. The boat remained at this point nearly one month, and then left for the Morrison county fair, which was held at Little Falls. Excursion trips were made at the fair and for about two weeks afterwards. The boat came here and endeavored to run up to Aitkin, but could not get over French Rapids. Abandoning their intention, the management then started for Shell City, but were only able to get as far as Motley on account of the swift water. At this point the captain, clerk and directors left the "Lottie Lee," leaving in charge the engineer and crew, who after waiting some time, ran her down to Frank Tilden's farm near pillager, and put an attachment upon the boat for wages due. Other parties having claims against the machinery took out the engine and boiler, leaving the wheel and shafting, in which condition the boat remains to-day. The "Lottie Lee" was calculated to carry thirty tons, was sixty-two feet long over all and fifteen foot beam. It is said she was well made and of good material. End of 1887