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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1897
Page
2
Brainerd Dispatch notes uncertainty as tariffs press on meat markets while sausage prices may fall. The column muses on daily choices if tomorrow were the last day, reflecting on trade pressures and consumer impact.
A line about blood sacrifices elevating some souls is paired with news that Spunk has been put on the free list in America while remaining heavily taxed by the six powers blockading Crete. The juxtaposition hints at economic and moral tensions in wartime trade policy affecting Crete.
West Virginia figure Scorp Drooper announces plans to seek an office position, signaling ambitions amid mixed local reaction and speculation about his campaign approach and potential political impact.
A modest machine has been invented to photograph the voice but it did not attempt to record Mrs. Fitzsimmons at ringside. The item hints at early audio-visual innovation and the limits of the device in capturing spoken remarks.
The note links John Hay to a humorous line about breeches and wigs, suggesting preparatory work for ambassadorial attire. It mentions Baby boy McCormick as the grandchild of America’s wealthiest grandpa, destined for Standard Oil wealth, yet not escaping the oil-related risks.
A London club starts a program to provide nurses with bicycles and neat uniforms. Nurses report for a weekly outing, many wheel most of the time, trading baby carriages for swift, quiet rides. The new movement is gaining strong interest.
A folk etymology traces tip to inns where a servants box held guest contributions. The box was opened to reward servants, with the legend To insure promptness inscribed. The initials form the word tip, explaining the origin.
A Washington dispatch notes Americans headed for Turkey should have passports visaed by a Turkish consul. Minister Terrell at Constantinople reports a note from the Sublime Porte stating foreigners sometimes arrive without visas or with unvisaed passports and urges that passports be acted upon by consuls before departure.
The Venezuelan water hyacinth, a new nuisance in the United States, may rival the English sparrow in impact. It has spread in Florida, nearly closing two hundred navigable miles of the St. Johns River, filling fields with plants that seed and runners. The federal government has been asked for funds to combat it.
The chimes of St Saviour's Southwark London once silent await full restoration before bells ring anew. The peper and nine bells date to 1735 recast from a 1424 peal made from seven older bells named Mary Stephen Anne Lawrence Vincent Nicholas Augustine.
The text notes a protest over women smoking in England. It argues women have the same rights as men to habits, but asserts a woman with a cigarette or cigar does not look sweet and should not. It reflects social norms judging female smoking.
A columnist notes that the rapid path to wealth involves swaying many unsophisticated people to pay monthly fees with the belief that homes will be constructed in the future. The piece critiques the lure of delayed housing promises as a money-making scheme.
A fragment of a jawbone with many teeth was found in Nebraska. A renowned comparative anatomist estimates the jaw may have been at least four feet long in life, suggesting it belonged to a colossal prehistoric piglike creature.
Hasbeer, a resident of Hennessey Kansas, has not yet been arrested for possessing a forbidden commodity under state prohibition laws. The quotation notes the status as of now, implying ongoing legal concerns without formal arrest.
A historic note praises the potential of air travel to transform Minnesota and the Dakotas, while acknowledging the hardship of winter rail travel, with snow plows clearing lines for sixty days.
A reflection notes the new ambassador to Creat Britain is not as Haymious as some poetry, suggesting a lighter literary stance. The remark blends cultural critique with diplomatic honor, positioning the figure within a creative dialogue.
A proposed onion trust spurs strong reaction with critics calling it a rank offense while supporters argue centralized control could stabilize prices and supply. Local voices weigh the ethical and economic implications of a cooperative cartel.
A rhetorical remark voices pride and caution as a speaker laments broken manacles and broken promises while describing the state of national prosperity. The orator highlights the flag as a symbol of past triumphs and current duties, urging steadfast commitment to principle.
Edna Bain, a 12 year old residing near Kenosha Wisconsin, has been asleep since March 15. She is missing and authorities seek information. Edna is described as lively and fond of fun, and her family asks the public to report any sightings.
A reflection notes that some view the president as a mere bookkeeper's instrument, a ruler in name more than in action. It probes how leadership is perceived versus the reality of governing duties and decision making.
A compact general resume summarizing the week’s most important global events. Roiled by tensions, economic shifts, and political developments, the digest highlights key incidents, ongoing conflicts, leadership changes, and major policy moves affecting nations, markets, and institutions worldwide.
Twenty two special land agents are dismissed. W. F. Jones of Wisconsin is named new commissioner of Indian affairs. The government wins a 20000 tariff dispute in Philadelphia. The United States stores two warships at Hawaii as Japanese numbers rise. Rumor links Vice President Peabody to the Interstate Commerce Commission, replacing Morrison. Senator Perkins files two petitions on Hawaiian reciprocity treaty abrogation. Chief Joseph may accompany Col. Cody in the Wild West show. The Supreme Court rules against Chapman in the sugar trust probe.
Ambassador Hay arrived in Southampton welcomed warmly. Prof Dr Emily Gregory head of Barnard botany died of pneumonia in New York. Sol Miller longtime Troy editor and former state politician died after extended illness in Troy. Dewitt C Taylor veteran Kansas City officer and likely oldest national guardsman in America died at eighty two. Valey V Smith ex lieutenant governor and Arkansas political leader died at the Little Rock insane asylum after months in confinement.
A snowslide near Rossland British Columbia killed six men. Across Tennessee a family of five drowned. A Great Northern train wreck near Kalispell Montana injured crews. A Detroit frame house case and a severed head incident tied to John A Dittman, missing. Pickney Michigan mill dam burst swept bridges and property worth thousands. Harburg Germany fire razed an oil plant and warehouses, lengthy damage.
In Paxton Newfoundland judge Sample overrules a new trial for Frederick Hellman and sentences him to hang on May 14. Other items describe robberies in Cincinnati, alleged inheritance fraud in San Francisco, seduction arrest in Oskaloosa, a Michigan nets theft case, a Toledo shooting involving several named people, a Davenport Catholic association under state supervision, missing secretary John J. Ryan, and stock broker Elverton B. Chapman facing 80 days in prison for testimony refusal.
The Parnellites will organize an Irish league of their own as Emperor William of Germany visits Emperor Francis Joseph of Austria. A new peace balance arrangement is pending with Italy dropped from the driebund. Five anarchists arrested at St Nazare France found incriminating documents and a bowbh design. An assassination attempt on the Uruguayan president failed as the shot missed. the assailant was arrested.
The report covers the Y M C A convention opening in Mobile, a Constitution freighter launch at West Superior, Northern Pacific land settlers winning a high court decision, a possible Pacific coast rail route via Kootenai mining country, frost damages to fruit in Illinois Indiana and southern Wisconsin, Frank Erne defeating Joe Hopkins in Buffalo after eighteen rounds, the incorporation of Central Iron and Steel Co of Harrisburg with 1.0 million capital, news of Botego expedition safety via Italian Geographical Society, frost damage in Virginia peninsula, the American Tube and Iron strike settlement with a 10 percent wage cut, ore dock wage cuts at Lake Erie ports, and McClelland defeating Murphy in Carnegie in the third round.
An order detaching Rear Admiral Beardslee from command of the Pacific station was modified so he continues in command until duty ends. A life buoy marked Samaria washed ashore at Long Beach Washington. the Samaria is a British bark overdue from Puget Sound to San Francisco. The St Paul and Northwestern line together with the Wisconsin Central reduce lumber rates about two cents, equal to 50 cents per 1000 feet. The New York senate passed an inheritance tax bill. the assembly passed it and Gov Black is expected to sign. The Southern Pacific plans a 5 million dollar bridge to cross the Mississippi at New Orleans, eliminating river transfers. Frost damage in lower Tidewater Virginia and Eastern Carolina may exceed a million dollars in fruit and vegetables. 230 to 300 Addyston Pipe Co workers strike over piecework. Youngstown plant shut down indefinitely. Billy Vernon knocked out in 14th round by Leslie Pearce at Philadelphia. Minstrel Billy Birch dies in New York from paralysis and Bright's disease. Frank L. Palmer resigns from Indian bureau post at secretary's request. Mexican Investment and Manufacturing Co of Dubuque forms in Cleveland to seek concessions from Mexico and engage in coffee, cotton, fruit, and railroads. Jim Watts loses to Joe Walcott at Broadway Athletic Club. bout ruled a draw after referee stoppage. Judge Severns holds Greenville Bank directors liable for losses tied to Moore's presidency in 1892-93. Chicago’s Bridge and Structural Tron Workers union votes to strike May 1, seeking 45 cents hourly wage. about 1,200 men affected.
An old parish roadman in Keelefechan recalls the Carlyles and their circle. An English tourist questions the family, naming Jock the doctor, Tam the London writer, and Jamie who farms beer barley in the parish. The fragment shows local lore and character sketches without further context.
A column notes that accidents threaten all, even armchair people, citing a Kansas City man who sneezed and popped his eye out of its socket only to save it by immediate surgery, and an Englishman who fractured ribs from coughing. It warns danger can strike at any moment and perfect safety is elusive.
A scene described by the Indianapolis Journal shows a girl with soulful eyes praising a handsome suitor while others express mild interest. A second girl with Titian hair calls him a beautiful lover and draws intense glances from the crowd.
A nine year old asks her father for guidance on the best birthday present. The brief exchange shows a child's earnest request for parental advice and a warm family moment captured in a newspaper snippet.
A five year old boy Roy A. G. Davis of Little Falls Minnesota was playing near the Nakassippi river at Fort Ripley when he fell in. He was rescued briefly but remained unconscious and died three hours later. Witnesses suspect fright or exposure rather than drowning as the cause.
The trial of Joe Kirby, a noted Sioux Falls attorney, on charges of acting as a fence for post office robbers ended with a hung jury after twenty hours deliberation. The jury stood seven to five for conviction. Kirby will likely face another trial at Aberdeen the week after next.
Eau Claire Wisconsin reports a long separated couple, W B Curtis a Shell Lake merchant and widower, and Mrs Belle Morrison a widow from Seaforth Ontario, marrying at the Galloway house officiated by Rev M Haight after thirty years apart.
Congress man Henderson has been confined to his room for several days due to a recurrence of trouble in his amputated leg. Physicians have ordered absolute rest, bodily and mentally, for two weeks.
A letter from Edmonton notes Lesser Slave Lake area residents facing famine due to rabbit scarcity, with people reportedly eating horse meat to stay alive amid the harsh conditions.
Special-Frank R. Hadley former treasurer of Bennett and Columbia mills died this morning after a period of illness. Earlier warrants had been issued for his arrest on charges of perjury related to false state returns connected to the corporation now under a receiver.
Sauk Center Minnesota special report notes a large lodge organized with members including prominent local businessmen and many residents from surrounding areas joining the new group. The event marks a significant community gathering as the organization expands its local presence.
In a brisk note from Chicago Record, readers are reminded that boneless codfish offers both spiritual value and affordability this Lenten season. The piece highlights its accessibility and suggests it as a prudent dietary choice during observance.
The 1887 legislative session adjourned after enacting a lean omnibus appropriation of 1,955,350.15 and keeping the tax levy at 1.5 mills while adding a small school levy increase for the university. New corporation taxes and an inheritance tax were considered, with several bills tied to railroads, banking, and tax equity. The session also reviewed rail rates reform, land grants litigation, and constitutional amendments, including women’s suffrage on library-related language.
The state saw failed attempts to frame a city charter and civil service reforms for large cities, with grain inspection bills stalled. A constitutional loan plan for the permanent university fund faces safeguards on indebtedness, and several judicial districts expanded. The Hastings Anoka hospital quarrel blocked insane asylum expansion, while railroad rate caps and election of railroad officials spark debate. Investigations into labor, stores, soldiers home, and stockyards yielded no decisive action by last night.
In Waterville Minnesota the state brought charges against M. R. Everett James Russell Harry Reynolds Harry Edwards Allen Southwick Julius Warlin James Travers and Irvine Wells all prominent citizens. They were accused of assaulting Frank Tousley while acting to remove a fence the city council claimed blocked the street. The jury acquitted the defendants in five minutes.
Auckland New Zealand special report says the steamer Mariposa arrived with Frank Butler, accused of committing several murders in Australia. The case follows transfer to authorities in Sydney for trial.
Mrs. George Bearie known as Mabel Hainen, a dancer, sues for damages after injuries from an accident on a bed in the Hotel Normandie in Chicago on June 24 1804. Plaintiff seeks five hundred thousand dollars and a ten thousand verdict for injuries sustained.
A description of Delaware as the first state admitted to the Union, noting its antiquated colonial governance. It explains the nine senate members with no lieutenant governor, three counties Newcastle Kent and Sussex, equal representation from each, Wilmington’s large vote but single senate seat, and a 23-member House with seven from each county, where Democrats outnumber Republicans despite a Republican win.
A Nubian forest tale describes a tree whose wind created flute like sounds. Insects lay eggs on young shoots forming galls. when larvae emerge, holes let wind produce whistling noises, making the tree a rare ready made whistle.
A traveler reports Abssynia uses a relatives mandated execution for murderers. In a case a boy accidentally killed another by a fall from a tree. authorities allowed the dead boy’s kin to execute the offender by being struck from the same tree.
Mabel's father complains of impertinence while a visitor, in Washington Star style, notes the man shows respect by asking if wearing football clothes would be a good idea during a call. The exchange hints at social tact and youth culture.
A wife reports to her husband that his trip abroad benefited him. She mentions meeting the Van Smiths, the neighbors, who invited her to call on them. News item in the New York Herald style.
Athens shows revolutionary feeling as opposition leader Ralli threatens action without a military staff change. Delyannis concedes recall of the crown prince staff with three appointees. public anger toward the palace grows while rumors of royal flight circulate. War continuation remains uncertain.
London dispatches describe the Greek setback at Larissa with the Turks repairing damage quickly after bridges were blown. The crown prince reportedly ordered destruction before withdrawal, and daylight revealed a precipitate Greek retreat. Reports from Apirua conflict over Turkish advances and Greek withdrawals toward Arta.
Dispatch from Constantinople reports Turks freed convicts after Larissa. Muslims, Christians and Jews welcomed Greek entry, with public prayers for the sultan. Greeks left Larissa with ammunition, tents, six twelve centimeter guns and four mounted guns. Athens notes King George backs government decisions to improve the situation. cabinet remains in session. Greeks occupy positions around Pentepigadia. Col Manos seeks reinforcements, Col Dairaktar is moving with 2,000 men. Manage order unclear.
The Greek general staff and war minister studied the defense of Phar fala and ordered occupation of the heights at Velegetino on Pilafletepi by independent brigads.
A Tyrnavo dispatch says rumors claim Prince Constantine has fled to Volo. The report from Tyrnavo notes the rumor circulating despite no official confirmation.
Madison based Apee Association sponsors a proposal to build a railroad 500 miles long from Chicago to Wisconsin with branches toward Milwaukee Madison and Janesville plus other routes. Proposed capital is 5 million dollars and the initiative involves Wisconsin Inland Lakes and related committees.
James E. Thorpe motorman was shot in front of City Hall by Ira Stansbury who drove a buggy on the track. Stansbury refused to yield, bumped the buggy, and drew a revolver from under the seat to fire at Thorpe through the thigh. Stansbury claimed a right to ride on the street as a car and questioned motorman authority.
May Sue Aldermen in Sioux City Iowa claim the city marshal was sent to compel attendance at a Wednesday council meeting. Those present argued absentees delayed business and ordered the marshal to bring them in. The marshal faced opposition, disputing his authority and potential quorum issues.
At a Granite Falls Minnesota directors meeting, officers were elected including President K. E. Neate, Vice President J. S. Johnson, Cashier P. O. Lieberg, Teller T. W. Allison, Bookkeeper E. C. Dahl. Directors named were J. A. Willard and J. B. John fei K. E. Neste, C. S. Orwell.
Fort Yates dispatch reports two Sioux youths Paul Holy Track aged twenty and Philip Ireland aged seventeen made a full sworn confession to the Winona N D murder of the Spicer family. They claim the killings were planned and carried out by themselves alone exonerating Black Hawk and Caddette. The six victims spanned four generations including great grandmother grandmother mother and twins.
Adjt Gen Muehlberg signed four national guard commissions yesterday under the new military code elevating adjutants to captain. Robert L Winne of the Third regiment and George L Lambert of the artillery battalion become captains first. C W Cartwright of Company I Minneapolis is named brigade commissary captain, and M S Converse, the military storekeeper, is made a captain.
At Hudson Wisconsin on April 27 a scuffle erupted on the Willow River Sporting club premises between members of the club and several young fishermen from Hudson Prairie. A guard intervened, but the dispute worsened. Mr Ordway of St Paul was cut on the head and arrests are expected.
In Minneapolis on April 27, two more indictments were returned against ex City Treasurer Haugen. One accuses him of grand larceny for $10,136 and the other for $70,500. He pleaded not guilty and the trial date was set for June 10. With $20,000 bail he was allowed to go on his own recognizance.
Four armed robbers who swindled a Riceville Iowa store last week were surrounded by Taopi Minnesota residents and Marshal Nelson. A gunfight ensued with shots exchanged but no injuries reported. Three bandits were captured and jailed while the fourth fled into the woods pursued by officers.
Jamestown North Carolina April 27 The 50000 damage suit of Attorney Herbert Root of Valley City against Judge Roderick Rose and others of his court has been dismissed by Judge Glaspell The case grew from an accident more than a year ago when Root was held in contempt by Judge Rose at Valley City Root sought damages for criminal conspiracy malicious prosecution false imprisonment and legal debarment with ten thousand dollars on each charge
A. I. Passon protected his St Croix county telephone plant in Hudson Wisconsin by placing poles along Fourth street after council consultation. A crew worked late Saturday night and had poles up the entire street in time for church Sunday morning.
Ole Vogel, a highly esteemed Valley City citizen, drowned while fishing from a boat on the Sheyenne river near the mill dam. He attempted to anchor by casting a large boulder tied to the boat, but the rope dragged the boat into deeper water and a whirlpool pulled him under. He leaves a wife and one son.
In Winona Minnesota on April 27 a two year old son of Fred Hunking a messenger for the American Express Company drowned after wandering from home with the family dog. The dog appeared to struggle to rescue the child as it seemed to linger in the water.
The Keystone Lumber Company's large mill on Chequamegon Bay begins operation with seventy five men on the day shift. It will run days only for two weeks due to piling room. The yard holds fifteen million feet of white pine and six million feet of Norway pine while lumber fleets are expected May fifth.
Brainerd Minnesota April 27 The residence of Alexander Cameron three miles east of town and several thousand feet of lumber were destroyed by fire this morning The loss is about 1000 dollars with 300 dollars insured
Carl Halverson a well to do farmer living four miles east of McIntosh is missing after disappearing Tuesday evening. Seventy five searchers combed the area all day but found no trace of him.
In Havana province Lieut. Col. Alfa and the Maria Cristina battalion clashed with insurgents at Purgatorio. After entrenched fighting a force of Spaniards pursued the rebels toward the Providence farm, leaving sixteen insurgents dead and many wounded while the regulars suffered ten wounds. Orders were issued to expel George A. Guirre, a naturalized American, captured near Havana.
Clinton Iowa report states Christian Eckerlohe was convicted of the brutal murder of Mina Kiel near Bellevue on July 4, 1896. After a new trial granted for juror error, the jury returned a first degree verdict after thirty two hours deliberation, carrying life imprisonment as the penalty. The decision is seen as despite public expectations.
President McKinley to nominate William R. Day of Canton Ohio as first assistant secretary of state and ex Representative Storer of Cincinnati as minister to Belgium. The nominations were delayed by Senate adjournment and will go forward next week.
Minnesota items report Monticello expanding with new stores and a park addition in the lower town. Other notes include Royalston adopting a curfew ordinance, a fatal train incident near Red Wing, and widespread local events from St. Paul to Crookston.
Dubuque Iowa reports Representative Henderson in a deteriorating condition. He remains confined to bed with severe bodily and mental strain rendering him unable to perform duties or attend to legislative matters.
A Winnipeg report describes a crisis where residents allegedly eat horse flesh to stay alive amid dire conditions. The brief notes that some people resort to extreme measures to endure food shortages and hardship.
Charles Cavill set a new world record by remaining submerged for five minutes and five seconds at the Aqua rium in Melbourne on June 26. Earlier records include Enoch at Wonderland Lowell 1896 four minutes 46 1 5 seconds Beaumont Alhambra Melbourne 1903 four minutes 35 1 2 seconds and James Finney Cambridge London 1886 four minutes 21 1 4 seconds.
The Cleveland Leader quotes a woman defending her husband’s prize fight winnings. She admits initial shame but now says he gave the money to buy an Easter hat, asserting it was not something to be ashamed of.
In a satirical exchange Soiled Sway asks if Thompson wants war with Spain. The reply admits no eagerness for fighting, only a wish to halt the import of Castile soap, highlighting light domestic wit in a Louisville Courier Journal setting.
China has established a consulate at Warsaw aimed at promoting trade between Poland and Manchuria, signaling expanding economic ties and diplomacy in the region.
An old advertisement promises a one day cure for a cold with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It states all druggists will refund the money if it fails to cure. The price shown is 26 cents.
A quirky exchange highlights a local Sunday law that limits barbershop services, prompting a stranger to seek alcohol instead. The resident jokes about waiting for Monday to get shaved and suggests going somewhere with a drink, capturing a period flavor from New York Weekly.
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A speaker asks what is meant by paying out money for expensive cigars during hard times. The tobacconist refuses to trust the speaker. The exchange highlights financial pressure and trust issues in commerce.
The New York Journal quotes citizens debating social pressure and police raids that weigh on men. It notes Swelboy-Tl and Jones discussing memory, duty, and public life in a wary, reflective tone.
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