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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1900
Page
4
Crow Wing County Republicans set a May 1900 meeting at the Brainerd courthouse to elect delegates to the Minnesota State Convention and the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia. The program includes district and judicial conventions and a primary election in each precinct with delegate quotas by ward and township.
The Minnesota Sixth District Republican Convention will be held May 15 in Duluth to select two delegates two alternates for the National Convention in Philadelphia and nominate a candidate for Congress. County conventions meet in May with representation based on votes for Page Morris in 1908. L. 8. Briggs, Secretary.
The Republican Judicial Convention for Minnesota’s Fifteenth District will meet Monday May 14 1900 at 8 pm at Altkin Court House to nominate a candidate for Judge. Delegates total 22 based on 1896 McKinley votes with county and at large allocations. county conventions to choose delegates are set for May 9 1900.
In 1900 William Jennings Bryan resumes the political fight, seeking the presidency amid debates over free silver and reform. Analysts compare this bid to his 1896 strategy, noting how initial expectations, populist support, and battlefield alliances shape the new campaign as he aims to avoid past missteps.
The Tur Anderson case has been re stored on the Supreme Court docket for re argument.
American voters confront empty pockets and stomachs this year, with critics blaming the Republican administration for the economic strain. The remark frames a political critique of current governance and its impact on voters.
Senator Quay loses a close senate race with a 33 to 32 tally. Senator Hanna casts a dissenting vote against Quay as party bosses show splintered unity.
In 1892 the electorate chose a new administration and four years of prosperity shifted to hardship. The text warns voters they have learned to distinguish substance from shadow and should avoid repeating the mistake.
Report notes broad consensus that the upcoming St Paul mayoral election will produce a new city leader. Voters prepare for campaign events as candidates court support across key neighborhoods and local organizations.
The state department finds no tampering of consulate mail and reverses Macrum's accusation, affecting Democratic campaign materials and messaging.
Gov. Rosevelt of New York is praised as the best possible vice presidential candidate. The governor is described as a person of great force whose past political risks would not ruin him as they have done for others.
Grex Lew Waliacer, author of Ben Hur, championed the sultan against the United States claim for indemnity for missionary property destroyed. Abd ul Hamid will have to pay up just the same.
An Omaha tailor killed himself, likely driven by harsh critique from female clients. The man reportedly preferred a direct method over drinking, suggesting his craft and frustrations led to self harm rather than a longer, more public downfall.
The Minneapolis Times notes it is believed Gov Lind and Secretary Rossing will support C O Baldwin for congress from the Sixth district in Towne’s stead. The piece adds Baldwin may still seek local district support, but press backing alone may not sway voters.
The article calls for Minnesota to select Senators Davis and Nelson as the state’s lead delegates at large for the Republican national convention. It compares Minnesota to New York and Ohio, arguing the delegation should match the standing of other states’ choices to gain influence in the party’s councils.
Primary elections to choose delegates to the county convention will be held Saturday May 5 at 7 p m in each ward. First, Third and Fourth wards meet at the hose house, Second ward at the courthouse, and Fifth ward at the Sixth street school house. County convention will elect delegates to congressional, judicial and state conventions.
The Minneapolis Times reports the Robert son Kenaston syndicate will form Minnesota Land and Colonization Company to market Northern Pacific lands. F E Lynch says the move aims to colonize purchases by railroad method, with an immigration agent to Indiana for 100 families to settle Cass County lands.
A witty ad expresses that farming profits hinge on using Idea Machines from Hessell. It argues old gear yields scant returns, while Hessell’s machines promise accurate results and steady wealth for thoughtful implement choices.
The speaker recalls a spring day when a plain warning from a red haired head interrupts a scene between friends as a small boy, Joe, jokes about folly. The refrain mind your business Joe echoes through life, urging prudent conduct as life progresses.
Last Saturday morning the Juniors took their first ramble in the woods and were greatly delighted with the trip. Birds were scarce so few specimens were seen and most of the time was spent gathering flowers. Next Saturday morning there will be more to see and the boys plan to leave about 9 o'clock. Sunday afternoon an interesting meeting for men will be held with Fargo Mayor Johnson offering advice to young men. At the annual election last Wednesday night the board elected H. A. Lyddon R. F. Walters A. E. Losey Prof. J. A. Wilson F. McKay H. E. Simon Earnest Richardson P. M. Zackariasen Albert Angel. Friday evening they will meet to elect officers.
A new time card goes into effect on the N. P. road next Monday with the North Coast Limited trains. No. 6 from the west arrives at 12:35 and departs 12:55, No. 5 arrives 12:55 and departs 1:15. No. 15 noon train runs daily through to Staples, arriving 12:05 and departing 12:15, with return from Staples at 12:55 and 1:05. Connections remain as good as before.
The passenger train on the B. and N. M. will adjust its running times starting next Monday. The Bemidji Walker and intermediate point arrival shifts to 11 30 a m from 11 50 and the return departure moves to 1 30 p m from 2 10. This aligns with new N. P. time card connections and a corrected time card appears elsewhere in the issue.
The advert declares Royal Baking Powder is stocked by most grocers in the state and urges customers to demand it for purity and health. It claims the product complies with all laws and condemns dealers who swap in inferior substitutes to profit from customers.
An old advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a guaranteed remedy for eczema, tetter, salt rheum, pimples, sores, ulcers and piles with a 25 cent price at McFadden Drug Co and Johnson's Pharmacy. A separate line promotes Rocky Mountain Tea for 35 cents at McFadden Drug Co. Also mentions bicycles with easy payments by Hoffman.
On May 7, 1900 at 10 in the forenoon in Brainerd Minnesota the lands charged with taxes interest and costs not yet paid will be sold at the court house. The sale is final and absolute. A Mahlum Auditor Crow Wing County Minnesota dated Brainerd April 11 1900.
When traveling east or south, Wisconsin Central trains depart St Paul and Minneapolis daily for Milwaukee Chicago and Manitowoc. Connects available with all eastern and southern lines. For further info contact Jas C Penn, G P A, Milwaukee Wisconsin.
Notice is given that Ernst Froebel has filed for final proof to support his claim No. 17878. The hearing will occur May 26, 1900, before W. A. M. Johnston, Clerk of District Court, Brainerd Minnesota. Witnesses listed include Fred Yonson and Freeman Faeree Habert Webb Hill Smiley and John McGarry.
Land Office at St Clona Minnesota announces that Andrew O Johnson has filed for final proof on his claim. The hearing will be held at the District Court in Brainerd on May 28 1900. Witnesses listed include John Moe Pete Norden Erick Pee and others from Pequot Crow Wing County Minnesota.
Land Office at St. Cloud Minnesota issues final proof notice for Paul Markee H E No 16008 Brainerd for Lots 2 3 4 5 6 Section 2 Township 135 Range 28 before W A M Johnston Clerk of District Court Brainerd on May 26 1900 with witnesses Samuel Lougee Solomon Lougee and Grey Ossipee Crow Wing County Minnesota by W D Taylor as witness closing details omitted.
Notice of Mortgage Sale by Advertisement. LEON E LUM Assignee of Mortgagee. Bart F Lum Attorney phoenix Building Minneapolis Minn Dated April 8 1900.
Land Office in Cloud vertical Minn records Christian Miller filing to take final proof on May 5 1900 at Brainerd for N E 1168 in section 8 township 133 range 28. Landowners named include Robert C Summers William Summers Noah Ferrill Valentine Ferrill all residing Brainerd Crow Wing County Minn. M D Taylor Register.
March 28, 1900 notice states that Freeman Thorpe has filed for final proof to establish his claim for the SE 1/4 and Lot 1 2 4 8, Section 18 Township 135 Range 28, to be heard May 7, 1900 before W A M Johnston, Clerk, District Court, Brainerd Minnesota. Witnesses named are John N. Sanborn of Brainerd and Fred Thoreson John E. Matson and C F Lindstrom of Hubert Minnesota.
Land Office announces final proof in support of John A. Carlson H. E. No. 17870 for the NW and SW of Section 12 Township 136 Range ? at Brainerd Minnesota before W A M Johnston Clerk of District Court on Friday May 4 1900. Names Pequot Crow Wing County residents include Christ Lund Gust Colmer Andrew Moe and Kittle Halverson with P O addresses.
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