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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1895
Page
4
A scattered 19th century column lists diverse facts and reflections. It notes US sheep numbers for 1889, mentions lynch law sentiment if certain murders go unprosecuted, traces coinage history from England and ancient rulers, comments on Maria Barberi and China’s army, observes bicycle influence, Japan’s compulsory English study, Crusades heraldry, and Jacob’s blessing as origin of arms.
The article states the cabinet of nineteen members has an average age of fifty eight, seen as a mark of high statesmanship. It also notes a Dutch case where a Amsterdam merchant received two years hard labor for disrespectful remarks about the Queen Regent in a theatre lobby.
The Texas governor issues a proclamation prohibiting prize fighting across the state. The move draws praise from many as a stand against barbarism and cruelty, aiming to stamp out the practice nationwide.
An ambitious Jackson Michigan resident plans to go over Niagara Falls in a swing attached to a double balloon apparatus. The feat would be less dramatic than parachute experts who jump from ten times that height.
A judge in San Francisco restrains a stage production that uses Durant's alleged crimes, a move likely to win broad public support. The decision aims to prevent sensational counterfeits of real wrongdoing from being showcased on stage.
Bishop Potter plans a church mission this summer and his decision is drawing notable attention. The piece views his spending as a public-relations boon for his cause, noting the unexpected advertising impact of a clergyman’s travel.
A Superior man has devised a bicycle style vehicle that can be powered by both hands and feet. The device may allow the rider to stand upright while operating it, potentially proving a notable community innovation.
Report describes using a setting hen to hatch spawn collected at water’s edge. Eggs sealed with wax are kept under the hen, then opened to release young fish into sun-warmed water where they grow before release to lakes or streams.
The article argues that insect pests rise when birds are harmed and notes sixty six varieties, including orioles and thrushes, inhabit the undisturbed Arnold Arboretum near Boston. It urges state legislatures to protect birds and other useful animals.
Daily summary highlights major developments from telegraph and press association dispatches. Key events span politics, economics, and international affairs with concise notes on leaders, countries, and policy shifts.
Washington reports Swiss minister Mr Piola informs the state department that Siam has given notice of adherence to the Red Cross treaty of 1564. Interior approves clear list No 14 listing 23 243 acres in Nevada as part satisfaction of a 2 000 000 acre school grant.
Sam Jones the revivalist smokes fifteen cigars daily. Judge John D. Caton dies aged eighty four. Col Sibley ex-president of Little Rock & Memphis RR dies in British Columbia. Edmund Smith ex-PA railroad director dies suddenly in New York. Rebecca Ming of Mendham N J is ninety seven and never attended by a physician. Lady Betty Balfour wife of Ireland's new secretary is popular. Prof George L Chipman Harvard has been elected to Shurtleff college academy in Alton Lib. Leon Meunier Courier des Etats-Unis dies in Paris. John C New editor of Indianapolis Journal suffers rheumatism in London. John Quincy Adams descendant found dead at Niagara Falls Ont. Prince Edward Duke of York more popular in England than Marion Cleveland in US. James Whitcomb Riley says much dialect poetry credited to others. editors credit unidentified verses to him.
The casualty record lists Miss Julia Nolan killed by a gasoline blast in Jeffersonville Indiana and Henry Roak drowned in the Illinois and Michigan canal. It notes Senator Stewart of Nevada injuring a knee, Lorin Ervin a Plano writer fracturing his skull, two men killed near Gurnsey and Deep River Iowa, Christ Ewald’s accidental shooting death in South Milwaukee, and a Manitoba Central wreck near Helena killing two and destroying a dozen cars. Additional items cover Bee sting deaths in New Jersey, drownings from Wyoming cloudbursts, Fort Scott floods, a New York toy and millinery fire, a Martin's Ferry furnace blast injuring workers, and fuel-related accidents with flying debris and fatal burns.
A compilation of violent crimes and legal actions across cities and towns. Victims include Justice Baker and Celina Causigny. cases span lynching near Madera California to a counterfeiting charge in Waco Georgia and embezzlement in Jacksonville Florida. Authorities report murders, arrests, and attempted mob violence.
A string of incidents spans the nation. An unknown man is murdered at Hart creek mouth in Lincoln county West Virginia amid Broomfield–McCoy faction activity. Lynching reported in Meridian Mississippi of Charlie Burwell. Luther Waterman known as Black Diamond pleads guilty to train wreck attempt in Michigan and is jailed for thirty years. Secret service finds 28000 dollars in bogus stamps in Buffalo linked to Mrs McMillan of Hamilton Ontario. Link Pitts cited in divorce case with Ida Hart after claiming robbery at Sunnydale Kansas. Eugene Blumenthal, brother of Oscar Blumenthal, dies by suicide in New York City Great Northern Hotel. Los Angeles issues warrant for Charles F E Mayne over alleged inappropriate conduct with Elsie Shipton.
Partial returns suggest Gen. Pierolo wins the Peru presidency. The Earl of Verulam dies in London after serving as a queen’s lord in waiting. Cuban insurgents report heavy losses with Rod Rigguez killed in Sagua. Chinese army and navy reorganization plans to be quickly enacted. Russian oil directors dispute with American syndicate over market share. Lisbon faces street clashes over priests accused of child stealing. mobs injure several priests.
A sweeping set of brief items notes strikes at Iron River Wisconsin and wage gains for Cleveland coalheavers. Carrie Vaughn rescues John Gallagher from a boat near Gladwyn Pennsylvania. Carnegie in Pittsburgh builds steel freight cars. Standard Oil buys 2000 acres in Ohio for oil fields. Multiple incidents include a poisoning in Winamac Indiana, a libel verdict in Virginia against evangelist Sam Small, and dog poisonings in English Indiana. Other entries cover rail sales in Portland, prohibition talk on a Corbett Fitzsimmons fight, underground wires in Cincinnati, favorable crop conditions along the Northern Pacific, and Saratoga lectures opened by Bishop Newman.
Glencoe grocer C A Violet assigns assets. Northfield forms a gun club led by Henry Fay president W F Schillings secretary and A T Ames treasurer. Bird Island calls a special election for August 6 to decide waterworks. Glencoe buys land for a park and plans an artesian well. Northfield flax fiber factory nears completion with workers busily harvesting flax. Princeton painter Fred Young shoots neighbor Andrew Ostberg in a boundary dispute leaving Ostberg gravely wounded. Young bound over to grand jury.
Albert Papenburg killed by train near Eagle Lake in Blue Earth County. J C Gjertsen of Minneapolis plans to start general merchandise business in Oliva. William Powers convicted in Am boy for selling liquor without a license. Indian Joseph Shotley of Cloquet dies age eight, uncle of Louis Keil. W F Seelye’s wife dies of cancer in Brainerd, aged 40. Mrs Benfield of Ironton Duluth drinks poison on Superior Street. Southern Millers' Association holds annual session in Duluth, elects officers I D Hubbard president L R Hurd vice president H S Kennedy secretary A C Loring treasurer. plans permanent headquarters in Minneapolis. Duluth and Superior millers tour harbor by boat after meeting.
A farm laborer Hans Larson drowned bathing in Lac qui Parle river at Dawson. J A P Selander died from painters colic in his Clinton paint shop. He leaves a Swedish wife and three Minneapolis sons. Paul Gigge of Bird Island in sane and ordered to St Peter. The Granville Enterprise to change hands Aug 1 to Thomas Hr Prowse of St Paul, a former Call proofreader and seasoned newspaper man, with the paper said to be well paying in the region.
Akers hardware store at Mankato was burglarized with knives razors and other small cutlery stolen and about 100 dollars lost. Oscar Schmidt of Winona was held up near his home and robbed of four dollars. Four hoboes robbed C M Smiths gun store in St Cloud. two discussed the scene and two fled with 12 dollars. A horse tragedy near Waterville left Mitchell Lawrence dead after Gypsy band frightened horse into wall and injury. J N Nash of the state game and fish commission surveyed violations and ordered fishways built and a 250 foot trout line captured on the Mississippi. A Red Lake Falls funeral for Pierre Bottineau drew a massive cortege to St Joseph cemetery. A Winona eight mile handicap road race around Lake Winona with about twenty prizes is planned for August.
The St Cloud city council discussed plans to build a lockup for prisoners. Sauk Rapids fined H R Welch and Gustav Koch for shooting two prairie chickens, penalties and costs about 38. Mrs Rosalie Shardon of Stillwater dies at 75, survived by a son Michael and brother Joseph Perry. Fire destroys two elevators at Crookston with three box cars lost and 1000 bushels in the Minnesota and Dakota house. Tramps suspected in arson. Mankato newspaper day postponed from Aug 7 to Aug 1 due to Typothetae and Northwestern Editorial Association meeting. Christian Hill of Ravenna arraigned for adultery, bond set at 200, case adjourned to Aug 12. Kilkenny swine plague prompts 32 hogs killed. one man loses 35 hogs. Tone follows concise notes of local incidents.
Hearing on the Salvation Army members who blocked streets concluded with fines of 25 dollars and 30 days in jail for Captain Carter Lieutenant James Sergi Secay and Order ly Welder. They posted bonds to appeal in district court. Kate Raymond assault case postponed to fall term. In other news Oscar Dahl died after being overcome by foul gas while working in a well near Clark field. Fred Anderson narrowly escaped injury while attempting rescue.
A three year old child died after a dose of rough on rats. An engineer sustained a badly broken arm in a Fountain area engine accident, with his son losing fingers in a prior similar incident. The Ironton Structural Steel plant near Duluth will start next week, employing 150 to 200. Various local deaths, arrests, and shortages touch St. Paul, Stillwater, Sauk Rapids, Faribault, and Minneapolis, including a police case in St. Cloud involving spoons stolen from Minneapolis or St. Paul and possibly linked to Brewer Orth.
Saturday reports include John Chisholm killed at Cross Lake while unloading logs and Chester Knopke badly hurt at Winona mill. Burglars steal cash register at Waseca saloon. Swedish Lutheran church corner-stone laid at Red Wing. Fandel Nugent firm dissolved in St Cloud. Milton township farmer J Simmons killed by accident. Medical association meeting in Rochester with obstetrics talks. St Cloud police arrest two men with revolvers attempting to obtain livery rigs.
A comparison from Scientific American July 6 cites cast iron and bronze weights per cubic foot, wrought iron pounds and tenacity, steel and aluminum figures, showing pine wood of equal weight can support about 125,000 pounds. Wood is bulkier, occupying 10 to 12 times the space of steel. Professor R H Thurston is the cited authority.
The text explains Earth's orbital motion around the gun causing a revolution of about 600 million miles per year, roughly 70 000 miles per hour or over 1000 miles per minute. It notes our second travels 19 miles, and the ball fires about a mile in the nineteenth part of a second.
Perth Springs Mo Aug 8 The free silver Democrats in Missouri convened and elected ex congressman Bland as both temporary and permanent chairman. The party approved a plank urging unlimited silver and gold coinage and opposed single metal bonds or currency. Bland's biography notes his rise from Kentucky orphan to longtime Missouri congressman and author of the Bland Act of 1878.
The advertisement praises Royal Baking Powder as a trusted aid for cooks. It claims the product helps make the finest biscuits cakes muffins and crusts with minimal effort and notes that many reputations have been built on what can be baked with it.
Cherokee Iowa Aug 8 Judge D P McCallum of Sibley Iowa died at the sanitarium this morning from cancer The obituary notes his long service as judge and the fatal illness ending his career
Enoch Weir a section hand on the Iron Range road was struck by an express train this morning in Biwabik Minn He died from injuries and leaves a wife and eight children
Bayfield to Coon River railway line proposed. Articles of incorporation filed for a 70 mile stretch with capital stock of 1,000,000.
The state sanitary board was summoned to Ottawa to inspect diseased cattle on J. Welch’s farm four miles from the city. Of thirty four dead animals four had died and many were sick. after examination the board pronounced the disease Texas fever.
President Samuel Spencer of the Southern Railroad today denied reports that his company has bought the Columbus Southern railroad. The denial confirms no such acquisition occurred and maintains the existing corporate arrangements between the two lines.
Advices to the Surgeon General from the Marine Hospital report thirteen deaths from yellow fever in Vera Cruz Mexico for the week ended July 25.
Duchess de Castelluccia of New York dies at Cranston hotel in West Point from heart disease. The death is reported by the West Point special unit in Cranston.
There has been no change in the situation today of the tailors' strike in New York. The report notes ongoing labor action without new developments or negotiations advancing.
J. W. Landers of Arcadia Nebraska traveled to Boston seeking Mrs Gardiner the Christian endeavorer delegate who vanished. He reports giving up his search in despair.
Valente Aragon of El Paso Texas shot himself today in the house of Victor L. Ochoa a well known Mexican revolutionist.
Congressman Hilborne, back in San Francisco from Hawaii, states his opposition to annexing the Hawaiian Islands by the United States.
In Brandon Manitoba on August 7 a jailed boy George Gordon who on May 30 received three months in prison and five lashes with the cat o nine tails for assaulting a young girl was whipped in the jail yard. Seventeen prisoners marched to the triangle where Gordon stood stripped to the waist and strapped. The cat was wielded and five lashes given as the turnkey counted. Gordon's back appeared a sorry sight afterward. Only officials and a few citizens witnessed.
Richard Leach was executed by electric chair at Sing Sing on August 7 at 11:15.50 after fainting at the chair. he had killed his mistress Mary Hope Newkirk on November 18, 1804, with a knife, after quarrels over attention from her uncle S. H. Moore.
Statistics show Royal Baking Powder uses more than half of all cream of tartar consumed in the United States. The record sales for Royal Baking Powder exceed those of all other baking powders combined, underscoring its superiority and indispensability in modern cookery.
Dallas Aug 7 In connection with the Corbett and Fitzsimmons championship battle D A Stuart of Dallas is watched by thousands interested in the coming mill He is president of the Texas Athletic association and on him more than anyone else depends the meeting of these two men Stewart
A wealthy backer aims to stage a major boxing battle in Dallas with a 52,000 seat amphitheater costing over 200000 dollars. Supported by powerful Texan politicians and lawyers, the project is led by Mr. Stuart who claims a proven track record and promises success in bringing Corbett and Fitzsimmons to the ring.
In Tabor Iowa on August 7 followers of a Holiness sect claim a divine present ment that the world will end in ten days. Leaders declare imminent destruction and hundreds attend meetings as adherents prepare for exit.
Peter Hoffman was arrested in Hammond Indiana for waking and passing silver counterfeit dollars fueling a police case and investigation by local authorities.
St Paul August 7 delegates to the ninth annual United Typothetae convention began arriving this morning. The arrangements committee decided not to hold formal events on opening day, offering only a cordial reception to the visiting printers.
Thomas G. Morrill president of the state board of land commissioners says the Associated Press report on costs and dissatisfaction with mineral lands classification in the Northern Pacific grant is a gross misrepresentation. He claims the actual expense is 1.15 cents per acre rather than 24 cents and praises the work as eminently satisfactory to the people.
The national officers and directors of the Ancient Order of Hibernians met at the Continental hotel and adopted resolutions believed to indicate support for the Irish revolutionary movement pursuing independence by force of arms.
Starkweather refuses to vacate the mayoral office in West Superior Wisconsin as President Howe has not yet qualified. The city’s chief executive question hangs over pay rolls and city business. Starkweather says he will not quit without a supreme court ruling and was seen at the city hall office this morning before leaving with his attorneys.
In Fargo on August 8 Myron R Kent of Mandan was found guilty of murdering his wife. The jury fixed the death penalty and his attorneys gave notice of a motion for a new trial. The verdict surprised many who expected acquittal or a hung jury.
Refugees Mrs. Mary Stanton and Mrs. Lizzie Dixee arrived in Chicago reporting massacres of colored people at Spring Valley. Their tales inflamed Chicago’s Black community, with committees formed to raise arms and threaten Italians there while fears of further violence spread.
Reports from New York and St Paul indicate negotiations between James J. Hill and the Northern Pacific reorganization committee have halted or stalled. Hill reportedly rejected the committee’s proposition, while St Paul notes NP must be reorganized before any further plans.
For thirty years the Royal has been the standard for purity and strength in baking powders, and has been placed at the head of every board of official examiners, whether State or National.
Gus Tribolet returned from Mexico with affidavits from a score of individuals asserting Robert Tribolet was not near Nacosari when he was shot by Mexican authorities and that he was an American citizen. Documents will be sent to the state department as a claim for redress against his killers.
Starkweather, impeached by the common council, attempted to preside at today’s meeting. Acting mayor Howe ordered police to eject him, but Starkweather left before arrival and Howe presided. A resolution then ordered city officials to take orders from Howe as mayor.
Mayor McClintock removes Chief John Boyd after a long deadlock. Thomas Telford is appointed and confirmed by the council, ending the dispute between mayor and council in Ashland Wisconsin.
Acting District Attorney Tregart said Miss Flagler who shot and killed Ernest Green last Saturday will have the case presented to the grand jury on September 9.
The government board of management of the Cotton States exposition will establish its office in Atlanta tomorrow, marking a formal step in the event's organization and oversight.
In Kenosha Wisconsin August, all defendants in the Chicago Bedding company arson and conspiracy case were bound over for trial. Henry Bonds oversees bonds with ranks of $8,000 for Black and Isaac Robinson, $5,000 for Louis Jacobson and George Berren, $300 for Abe Levine, and $1,000 for Schaefer. Trial set for September term. evidence described as strong.
N C Ransom of Oconomowoc Wisconsin traced the Ransom family roots to the seventeenth century. A fortune of £18,000,000 awaits heirs in the Bank of England. Lawyer Williams of Milwaukee heads to Europe to gather proof for a formal claim. The family includes Capt A F E Ransom of Albert Lea Minnesota Herbert A Ransom of Milwaukee and Mrs D E Marsh of Oconomowoc Wisconsin.
After several conferences the joint debates between Gen. Hardin and Col. Bradley the Democratic and Republican nominees for governor will open in Louisville on Monday Aug 19. Twelve debates are planned across the state with Hardin opening and Bradley closing with rejoinder.
Mrs Weimer and her husband visited the Stanberry Herald office and horsewhipped editor E V Williams while F A Weimer struck the rival with a revolver during a public quarrel between Stanberry Herald and Stanberry Sentinel editors in St Joseph Missouri.
Edward Swanson of White Rock Minnesota recounts thirteen years of illness ending in relief after using Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. He describes back pain sleepless nights and abscesses then credits the pills with regained mobility and strength. The advertisement notes pills cost 50 cents per box or six for $2.50 and are sold by druggists or mailed by Dr Williams Medicine Co. Schenectady NY.
The Copenhagen Museum preserves horns called Lauren that are centuries old and once buried in moorland. Fourteen survive in good condition and are tuned in notes like C sharp and G with a tenor horn timbre. On midsummer, two royal cappella members play from a palace court balcony to crowds in the square.
Discussion on electrifying rail lines and its limits notes the St Paul and Duluth as a pioneer in offering electric motive power on suburban routes. It highlights modern equipment, scenic routes, and strong terminals linking St Paul, Minneapolis, Duluth, West Superior, Stillwater, and regional attractions. The piece ends by hinting at a new folder or circular from W A Russell, General Passenger Agent, St Paul.
A compact column notes Nick the German cruiser offers extensive lectures on many subjects. The exchange hints at broad topics and keen audience interest in the Larlem Life scene.
A promotional note touts Hositter's Stomach Sitters as a great renovator of health and flesh. It claims the remedy improves digestion, appetite, and converts food into nourishing blood while also addressing malarial kidney rheumatic trouble nervousness constipation and biliousness.
A Halifax Herald snippet presents a playful exchange about parenting and household roles. One side asserts family upbringing as a shared project while the other party counters with a sharp remark about bringing up coal.
To cleanse the system effectively this syrup is pitched as gentle for bilious or sluggish blood helps permanent relief of habitual constipation and awakens kidneys and liver without irritation or weakening it dispels headaches colds or fevers.
A humorous epitaph story from Louisville Truth describes a woman who died at sea while wearing a bathing suit. The verse notes she died of shame as a big wave struck. It labels the incident a victim of the sea and ends with a cheeky R. E. P. line.
Mothers commend Parker's Ginger Tonle for its reviving qualities aiding pain relief and sleepless nervous conditions. Many new Paris homes under construction include special bicycle storage offices.
Realizes corn discomfort ends as Hindercorns works to remove corns. Patient expresses relief and thanks for the effective treatment.
Mrs Tupenny asks about a family skeleton while Mr Tupenny confirms its location on the beach in Louisville. The exchange hints at a local rumor or humorous boast about a hidden or long hidden relative.
New Rochelle Life notes a playful contrast between humor and sport with a quip about preferring tennis over horseback riding. The piece hints at light social commentary and casual conversation in a local context.
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