"I have been a resident of Aitkin County since 1881; have been County Auditor for past two years, and for a time proprietor and editor of the Aitkin Age. Since Captain Glazier's explorations I do not hesitate to say that I believe Lake Glazier to be the true primal reservoir of the Mississippi, and I think I voice the sentiment of the majority of the residents of this section."
From A. Y. Merrill, County Attorney, Aitkin:
"I believe that the lake claimed to have been located by Captain Glazier is the real source of the Mississippi River."
From J. W. Wakefield, Aitkin:
"Resident of Minnesota for thirty years. Personally acquainted with Chenowagesic. Indian trader more than fifteen years. Thoroughly familiar with the Chippewa language. I recognize Lake Glazier as the true source of the Mississippi River."
From Lyman P. White, Ex-Mayor, Brainerd:
"I have been a resident of Brainerd since 1870. Built the first house in Brainerd. Have had charge of the town site for the Lake Superior and Puget Sound Company for sixteen years. I met Captain Glazier on his Mississippi trip, and fully endorse his claim to have discovered the true source of the Mississippi."