12 Apr 1889
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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1889
Page
1
The judiciary committee has recommended forfeiture of the Duluth and Winnipeg land grant. A tax bill creating a new judge for the Eleventh judicial district passed the house and seems likely to become law.
The narrator denounces Hal Reid's presentation of The Ex-Convict as vile and unworthy for Minneapolis citizens. He argues any self respecting person should not attend and urges a communal protest against the airing of the scandalous story.
The Brainerd Distarce criticizes the Democrat for reprinting items from the Sun and accuses it of living on past credibility. It notes the Sun and the Democrat have been inactive, while the Herald emerges as a live Democratic paper in Little Falls.
The Anoka First National Bank stockholders deserve no sympathy for Pratt’s absconding. The cashier’s conduct, including his entanglement with an adultress, demonstrates a pattern of dishonor that taints his business integrity and risks all entrusted funds.
In Asztano Wisconsin on April 9 Agent Harrison of the Northern Pacific Railway announced a simple electrical invention. The device rings a bell in a hotel office and registers the room number when gas is blown out. It is designed to be attached to a regular hotel annunciator at minimal cost and Harrison has filed a patent application.
Mr. Fleming defended his voting record amid accusations from a Star report. He claimed he would have opposed the Temple license bill and related measures if present, including Davis railway rate cuts and McKusick constitutional amendment, insisting he was not afraid to vote on all issues.
The Globe reports H F Leopold formerly of Duluth and brother of Leopold Bros introduces a fuel made from mill waste such as sawdust coal dust or mapkinger with a patent aim to cut locomotive and stationary engine fuel costs by 35 percent. Railroad men including J Hill and Allen Manuel plan to visit Minneapolis soon to view Petro Fuel experiments. Local plans include a plant in Minneapolis and potential expansion to St Paul if interest arises.
A small group of local merchants in Temple Court voiced strong opposition to a proposed stage production described as a disgrace. They declared the tale already heard by the public should not be staged in the city and warned it would bring shame to Minneapolis.
The Scheffer meat inspection bill, seen as raising beef prices to aid St Paul packing houses, triggers a fierce House debate led by Hon W A Fleming. The discussion covers motives, constitutional issues, and alleged monopolistic aims while a North Pacific train stimulates local chatter.
The Nashville American denounces Yankee newspapers as still in league with past crimes while the Philadelphia Presbyterian rebukes that stance. Contending pieces accuse Yankees of intolerance and mock mercy shown to former Confederates, amid questions of forgiveness and national reunion.
The Chicago & Atlantic Route Co announces one first class fare to New York for Washingtons Inauguration celebrations with $2.00 added, making a round trip from Chicago $20.50. The rate is $1.50 lower than competitors per Central Traffic Association circular No. 550 dated March 29. F C Donald General Passenger Agent Chicago.
Minneapolis faces a streetcar strike as workers protest a 40 cent daily wage reduction meant to fund a new 3 million dollar cable line. Management pushes ahead while employees oppose the cut.
The piece argues against judging life by moments and memes, noting science discovers new uses for common objects like Canada thistle fibers and showing how setbacks can lead to unexpected growth. It urges readers to wait for broader purpose before judging and cites Christian Union as context.
A historical note compares London’s age population with other cities noting New York and nearby areas fall short of two thirds. It discusses Scotland Switzerland and Australian colonies with fewer inhabitants and says Norway Servia Greece and Denmark have about half as many. The piece also highlights New York hotel electric bell systems allowing guests to request items and services via a dial with sections for eatables drinks and general service.
A mosaic of era chatter includes a request for squeaky slippers for a NY customer, jokes about character and fame, ventriloquized stage tricks, and a punchy exchange about a distant brilliant orb. The fragments showcase social humor and everyday theater chatter from old newspapers.
A white traveler describes Pondoland under Cape Colony protectorate. He notes fertile, mountainous terrain, rich cattle, and extensive trade through Umtamvuna and Umtata. The Pondo are depicted as idle yet dangerous thieves in some cases, with a mix of British traders and half-casts. Pondoland's resources include medicinal plants and poisons, with a social system lacking formal justice.
Colonel Sumpter Mcbride of Austin, while in New York, visits a clairvoyant. A dirty card reading promises wealth and happiness, but he reveals he left his money with a hotel clerk, exposing the ruse. The scene ends with confusion over the reading.
Special Term Probate Court in Wright County Minnesota orders hearing on May 0 1889 for admission of intestate estate of Florian Erath who died March 23 1888 at Crow Wing. Heirs and interested parties to receive notice by three weekly publications in Brainerd Dispatch. Court seal and Probate Clerk signature.
In Probate Court of Crow Wing Minnesota March 2 1880 letters testamentary granted to Thomas Halladay and Maria Halladay for Edwin Halladay estate. Creditors six months from March 2 1880 to present claims for examination at Brainerd Probate Office. Failure to file within time bars claims unless extended by further order. Notice to be published in Brainerd's Breinerd newspaper. By the Court W P Spalding, Probate Judge.
Mary Curial mortgagee publishes a notice of foreclosure on the Bolands mortgage in Crow Wing County Minnesota. The public sale of the East Brainerd lot at 10 a.m. on May 27 resides under a power of sale with costs and attorney fees to be paid.
Notice of public auction to sell the right to cut grass on state lands in Aitkin Cass Itasca Crow Wing and western St Louis counties. Sale in Brainerd Crow Wing on April 2 1889 with mortgage foreclosure details against Thomas Quinlan and wife Edward Johnson mortgagee.
Fragmentary timetable notes arrivals and departures from Daistl and Ashland. Mentions No 1 and No 4 services with times 9710 p m 1 10 p m 12 15 a m 2 00 a m and sleeper car hauls. Text is garbled but shows passenger and sleeper movements between Duluth Jamestown and Ashland.
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