Winnipeg Free Press

Saturday, June 22, 1940

Issue date: Saturday, June 22, 1940
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Winnipeg Free Press (Newspaper) - June 22, 1940, Winnipeg, Manitoba Page twelve Winnipeg free press saturday june 22, 1940 Minneapolis offers variety of interests to variety City smooth motor roads serve Beauty spots surrounded by the Fertile rolling Plains of the great mid West farm lands and close to some of the Ideal vacation spots in the United states lies Minneapolis Minnesota. Summer tourists would make no mistake in selecting this Lovely City As Headquarters for the holidays. Indeed there Are enough within the City itself and its that took advantage of the to hold the Holiday seeker recreational activities provided by for the length of his vacation. Min Jhc Board Durins year land that there is now one acre of Neapolis Boulevard system com a Park or ounce for very 32 residents. Prises 53 Miles of smooth Highway shaded with the Rich foliage of Over hanging Trees and winding through some of the City s most Beautiful districts including mtr Mchaha Creek. The Mississippi River Gorge the University of minnow Ota. And the sons of Hiawatha possibly the most historic spot in the City is Minnehaha Falls around which centres the plot of Longfellow s famous poem the song of Hiawatha dropping from a height of 52 feet the Falls Are located in Minnehaha state Park. Shopping centres Are of special interest offering a wide Range of men s and women s clothing in inc mum Chaha Avenue and 48th Street latest styles and at the most mod Jand Are close to the Stevens Erate rates. House the first to be erected in Minneapolis is probably the Only City in the world which has 11 lakes Minneapolis on the West Side of the Mississippi. Connecting the within its limits nearly All of which Falls a Ltd the Mississippi is Minne Are skirted by grand rounds Slen. On whose rocks a statue Vard. And within 12 rr.ile.3 of the heart of the City lies Superb Lake Mir Wetonka. Externalized by the classic Ong by the Waters of the Minnetonka. Its 110 Miles of Shore line May be followed on highways along which Are situated some of the most Beautiful Homes and gardens of the residential District. Here is an Ideal place to spend a Day of fishing or swimming with the City a Short Aird pleasant distance for the return drive during the evening. There arc 143 Parks in Minneapolis representing an expenditure of and covering an area of acres As Well As playgrounds galore Golf courses Tennis courts and baseball Parks. It is estimated Bemidji Minn. Cal s Cabin Camp Miles North of Bemidji tourist Bureau a . Highway nos. 2, 75. 371. Located nil the shores of Beautiful Lake Beni Dpi. Modern Cabins with private Gas for no Kinin. Groceries. Fine Well water. Good Beds with inner Spring mattresses completely furnished. Showers boating free to guests. Phone 379 for reservations in Rita or. Air mrs. E. F. Kjeu Bemidji minx. Of the immortal Indian Lover stands built by the pennies donated by Minneapolis school children. And alter the Parks and the lakes no vacation St should miss the Opportunity to drive along the Banks of the Mississippi the great and impressive River which almost divides the nation in two. And along which Huck finn and Tom Sawyer played their unforgettable pranks. For those whose prime interest is in cultural development Minne Apolis has much to offer. The Campus of the University of Minne Sota with its Well designed set of Stone buildings is situated on the outskirts of the City. Here the intelligent visitor May while away Many an hour inspecting the magnificent Library and the up to Date scientific equipment which the University supplies its students. Here too is the Home of the Minnesota gophers one of the most famous teams in american football annals. When the gophers Are on exhibition in the autumn Many canadians spend week ends in Minneapolis to see the Home coming games. The University has a total registration of making it the third largest educational institution in the United states. Music lovers will be enthralled by the splendid interpretations of the Minneapolis symphony orches tra an organization familiar to Winnipeg by virtue of its numerous celebrity concert appearances and its Many recordings of the works of the masters. Always an object of Pride to Minneapolis ans the world renowned group performs regularly during the concert sea son at Northrop Hall on the University Campus. In addition band concerts Are provided in the summer months at Many of the City Parks. For an idea of what Minneapolis has done to improve its Public school system one should visit the Ramsay Junior High school at Nicollet Avenue and fifteenth Street. Its architecture is of the most modern design calculated to eliminate every kind of superficial ornamentation my to replace this with a functional Beauty All its own. Last but not least in the Lisi of cultural institutions arc the buildings set aside for the study and appreciation of the arts. Fifty separate galleries display the characteristic work of the world s finest artists at the Minneapolis Institute of arts and these May be seen free on wednesdays. Satur Days sundays and holidays. On other Days there is a negligible charge for admission. On sundays mondays and holidays visiting hours Are 1 . To 5 ., while on the other Days of the week the i galleries Are open from 10 . To 5 . The Walker Art galleries Are admitted to have one of the finest collections in the world and con Tain More than a few of the master pieces of painting that never will die. They Are open every Day n the week except monday. Grand Forks . Welcome Canadian tourists Frederick hotel d. Lillie manager 22-24 North third Street grand Forks . Duluth Minnesota you d Best go to Roberts Geneva Beach hotel on lakes Geneva and Victoria Alexandria Minn. Free Golf and boats sporty 18-Hole course watered f air Vays. Safe Sandy beaches. Good fishing Early and conventions late. Sqq taken. Of s30 week each double. Meals Golf boat included. Low children s rates. Housekeeping cottages also no. Adults children s Ages no rooms Becis dates name address f. You d Best go to Arthur l. Roberts Pine Beach hotel on Gull Lake Brainerd. Minn. Free Golf Riding Tennis and boats sporty Golf fire fishing Safe Sandy beaches All sports at or door Mo-550 each double. Including Good a cols Golf. Riding. Boats. Ten Nis. Lou. Children s rates. Send Coupon for information. Children s Ages Beds. Dales Circle vacation land take the inter National Circle tour this the tour connecting Duluth Winnipeg and the Canadian head of the la co. Beautiful highways rolling t h r o u h Virgin forests skirting Delight Ful fish filled lakes. Over Rush ins streams and along Majestic Lake you. Stop in Duluth awhile to see the sights out our Golf courses bathing beaches bridle paths and rest a bit for the re turn journey. Canadian visitors May fake Home purchases up to in value duty free. Chamber of Commerce 274 medical arts building Duluth Minnesota Holland garage Duluth Minn. Direct hotel Entrance Battery tire crankcase greasing. Gas oils washing service in connection Hertz drive or self system. New cars rent an drive m a. W. Make Essex i Rop. Phone Melrose 1143 Beautiful highways Here is a typical Highway in Lovely Minnesota. The Bridge is the Robert Street Bridge at the Entrance to Crookston As one enters along Highway 75. Motorists driving along this route Sec some of the Countryside that has made this state famous As a Holiday resort. Home of the foaming Waters grand Forks . Hotel Ryan grand Forks leading hotel welcomes the Canadian tourist a new hotel fireproof air conditioned cafes and lounge w. E. Micklin mgr. Read the free press for All the latest news. Wilcox Malm service to All cars fireproof garage storage 100 car towing service. Pm. 977 one half Block North of hotels paddling reaches of the Winnipeg River the canoes finds himself looking1 at sights such As this. The picture shows Boundary Falls so named because the Boundary Between Manitoba and Ontario cuts directly through it. Boys Church league plans wind up party at fort Garry the boys Church league will hold a wind up party in the Parish monday evening at 7 o clock. Games and contests will be the order the evening and refresh ments will be served. The fort Garry red Cross sewing Circle will hold an All Day Meetor at the Home of mrs. R. O. Taylo South drive. Fort Garry tuesday the United Church couple Clu and the Augustine United Church men too no discount on Canadian Money at Lyons a Ahac grand Forks n. Dakota Cas Oil tires repairs we Honor Imperial Oil credit cards. Miller s cafeteria Duluth s most popular eating place attractive modern fixtures ant decorations. Thoroughly air conditioned. Excellent food expertly prepared and attractively served at most modest prices. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Duluth. Mrs. St Georje at the Consol of the new Hammond Organ daily during the luncheon and dinner hours. Your favorite selection played on request. Medical arts bldg Duluth Minn. Canadian Money accepted at Par. Coue is 14. 113 of a Hearty Welcome awaits you in the Minnesota Arrowhead country. A delightful vacation is yours m this natural playground of Sylvan trails lakes and streams. Cool Blanket nights for rest and Comfort. Fishing of your swim mrs. Boating hiking motoring it All spells Nic to tired bodies and minds. Vast the Minnesota i Al s new tavern write ice free maps and folders hotel Duluth. Arrowhead association Duluth Minnesota grand Forks North Dakota shopping Centre of Northern North Dakota and Minnesota excellent hotels restaurants and garages. Tourist Camp ground with Cabins in Riverside Park. Beautiful Park system with Golf course Tennis courts Diamond Bali courts swimming poo and other recreational facilities. Fine theatres. Home of the University of North Dakota East grand Forks Minn. On the Point newly decorated lunches for Friendly courteous treatment visit private Booths cold drinks Al s tavern East grand Forks first place at end of newly opened Minnesota Avenue Point Bridge Al Tweten owner if you drive your old Man to drink drive him Here. Fritz Falgren bar East grand Forks Fritz has a special Welcome for his Canadian friends air conditioned couple club will wind up the sea son with a joint picnic to Crescent drive fort Garry wednesday at 7 . Jocelyn Robb Anne Blackie. Doris Bell and Betty Cameron Are the guests of Geraldine Johnson at her summer Camp at Granite Lake. The Church House choir under the leadership of s. E. Stein will sing at the anglican Church at Winni Peg Beach sunday. The United Church congregational picnic was held saturday at Assiniboine Park. Wisconsin continues Holiday Road safety Madison wis., june big trucks on Wisconsin s heaviest travelled main highways Over holi Days and week ends during the summer vacation season is again the order issued for the seventh consecutive year of the Wisconsin motor vehicle department. To further Highway safety and to avoid traffic congestion George w. Rickeman. Department commissioner released the order listing highways closed to travel by trucks and truck trailers combinations up to sept. 8. Exempt Are vehicles carrying Pas sengers newspapers perishable commodities and emergency equip ment. The restrictions published by the motor vehicle department affect portions of highways 12, 13. 14, 16, 19, 26, 41, 42, 45, 50, 57 and 141. Fears for future Falls City neb., june 22. Api it does t make much difference fact it s rather what s going to happen when they grow up that s what s worrying Elmer Shaw. His children found two baby skunks orphaned when a dog killed the Mother. They were presented to the Shaw cat which promptly mothered them along with her four Kittens. Minneapolis Minn. An invitation to America s most talked about and unique cafe serving a delicious sumptuous Complete dinner for si.25, si.75 in the Beautiful new dining room. You la also enjoy the club like lounge where expertly mixed and Man sized drinks Are served and there s entertainment that will please you. . Our 50c business men s lunch is a real treat. Open daily from 1 1 30 . Sundays after 5 . Charles w. Saunders Madeline Joyce Sonc stylist of the piano appearing nightly in the new bar and cocktail lounge. Charlie s cafe exceptional 716 fourth Avenue South Minneapolis vacationing in Minnesota write lit Jor information on the nation s summer playground big Pine forests bathing boating fishing Golf plan now to stay at the Leamington hotel while a hanging your vacation schedule 500 Oul tide rooms and with Bali at reasonable rates colonial dining room the Leamington hotel Minneapolis Karl w. Mgr. Minnesota Lake is Laboratory in fish Experiment at Itasca state Park St. Paul Minn., june 22. 10-acre Lake in a secluded Section of Itasca state Park has been converted into a huge Laboratory to test the survival chances of artificially stocked Wall eyed Pike in the aver age Minnesota Lake. Department of conservation authorities have announced that the Lake had been stocked earlier this Spring with All fish species commonly found in a typical Minnesota Lake. Thousands of Pike Fry were re leased in the outdoor Laboratory. In the earlier planting Perch Sunfish Bass adult Pike Pickerel crappies and bluegills had been introduced according to carefully determined proportions. Or. Samuel Eddy assistant pro Fessor of zoology at the University of Minnesota who is conducting the Experiment for the conservation department said the Laboratory will be seized this fall and All the fish enumerated. Minnesota expects new Trout records Saint Paul Minn., june opening of Stream Trout fishing May 1. Formally launched Minne Sota s 1940 tourist season under circumstances which holds out prospects of new High records this year according to Victor a. Johnston director of the state tourist i an impressive cavalcade and reel addicts invaded thetfo inti Well known Trout Waters both its Home and abroad affording operators pleasing visions of a usually Busy season ahead army of anglers As Well As of i tourists was in full March of i Nesotas by May 15, when the be opened on Wall eyed Pike i or Sand Pike great Northern is i or Pickerel and Muskellunge Jott Ston said. To make better fishing for 4 Nesotas Trout anglers this Jear eral million year old Trout planted this Spring in the outstanding streams. These pm. Lings were hatched and raised the state s fish hatcheries represent an investment m of Spanish govt. Altered Lisbon june 22. Ish government is being re sized it was reported Here last in with the Cabinet in session Early yesterday afternoon. A . German news a report said that Ramon Suner was taking Over the j ministry portfolio held by Beigbeder who is to be shifted to High commissioner of Minneapolis Minn. When in Minneapolis v Winnipeg dines at Harry s cafe note Harry s cafe has become an institution Lor Winnipeg visitors in Minneapolis. Harry himself is formerly from Winnipeg and Lias a special Welcome for Winnipeg guests. The cafe of distinction air conditioned. Three floors to serve you. Old English tap Harry s cafe inc. Eleventh at Nicollet Minneapolis thrilling sport for All summer Days with a Johnson outboard motor enjoy gliding along in the Cool of the evening or bring Distant fishing spots to a orc door Miles clip past As you relax. A Johnson sea horse motor makes the Ideal companion Lor the Waterways. Choose today from 12 great models Breen motor co. Ltd. Main St. South. Pm. 93 311 authorized dealers 1 make it your Minneapolis address Righi in the heart of downtown Minneapolis just a step from theatres and department stores. Quiet restful rooms and every modern service that a Good hotel should have. All at reasonable rates. Hotels corp. J. Leslie of scald pres. Chas. F. Knapp Minneapolis Minn. Irth St. Between Nicollet and Hennepin now offering new modern guest with every new facility for your com. Fort. A few of these Are the new vanity desk which eliminates the old style Dresser new styling in Beds giving More Complete com fort larger dressing mirrors electric out lets for shavers More convenient Reading lights no Price increase. A test Koot rates one person private Bath 32.50, two persons private Bath double bed j3.00, ?3.50, private Bath twin bids r ii others in us left to 510.00 excellent cafe and the popular Turquoise club breakfasts luncheons dinners i to i .65 .10 to .75 1.00 to 1.25 Curtis hotel Minneapolis driving to Minneapolis enjoy hotel Francis Drake Ideal location no worries Only four blocks from the shopping District it combines the service of a commercial hotel with the restful pleasant atmosphere of a sub Urban Home. Kitchenettes also available. B. B. Off. Rates up with Bath ;