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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1884
Page
3
The column snips through a week of local happenings from arrests and fires to social events and shop sales. Signor Bosco's opera, street row on Sixth street, barber shop ads, Christmas candy at Parker's, and the water pipe burst in Villard are among the readable items. Also noted are a death from exposure, planned concerts, and upcoming vacations for schoolchildren.
Four correct answers have been received for the Dispatch enigmas. The list of winners will be published after all ten puzzles appear, naming the lucky person and the prizes, including gents rolled plate cuff buttons and collar buttons. Miss Laura Pember, a local teacher, has gone to Lake City for her sister Inez Pember’s wedding to Conductor Jurnigan.
Wanted by a young woman for a clerk job in a store. She can speak German and English. Address Box 25Howard Lake Minnesota. Day and Meagher advertise spring stiff hats, signaling up with the times.
Christmas will be observed at St Pauls church at 10 30 a m with sermon and communion Sabbath school festival of songs carol and presents from the Christmas tree on Friday evening the 26th at 7 p m Cigars cheap from 1 20 per box at
The 1683 legislature act altering Crow Wing, Cass, and Morrison county borders failed to become law per Attorney General Hahn. Morrison County opposed the shift, voting against it, defeating changes in their county and Crow Wing. The issue has caused disputes over deeds and papers, now settled by this ruling.
City and County owners were sold to 3 B Douglas Brainerd Mion at the highest prices paid, reflecting strong demand. The transaction details indicate bold bidding and record values achieved in a brisk market.
The famed illusionist appears Friday Saturday and Monday evenings December 26 27 and 29 with the Minneapolis Tribune praising his new tricks humor and lavish giveaways. A packed crowd on Tuesday witnessed the first show and another sold out performance followed as the magician plans a final appearance tonight. Admission 25 cents and 35 cents for reserved seats.
Morris Hafey and C A C Smith signed articles to fight to a finish under Marquis of Queensbury rules for 200 a side. The bout is scheduled for January 15 in Barnes and Jones saloon hours 3 to 12 p m with soft gloves and forfeit money posted. Public interest remains high as police had previously forbidden Hafey from appearing on stage.
In Morrison County, Emma and Loretta Mays with their father and Robert Toll man faced assault with intent to kill charges after an incident near McLean's saloon. Jack Burns testified of threats and a gunfire exchange. Emma and Loretta described disguises and a planned confrontation with Burns. Bail was set for some, others discharged. authorities ordered further proceedings.
Minneapolis Tribute reports St Cloud residents squirm over a potential move of the land office to Brainerd. C F Kindred tours with papers to argue for Brainerd and cites statute 2361. Rivalry with Brainerd dates back years as locals recall politics and the “fighting fifth” campaign. A Day & Meagher's ad closes with a Christmas gift note offering kid boots with tassels.
The next quarterly rentals are due January first and payable at the company's office. Six days grace will be allowed for payment, but if unpaid by January 7 the company will deem nonpayment a notice that water is no longer wanted and will shut it off immediately. Reconnection costs one dollar once service is cut. O H Havill per es Tn.
Ed Fuller, jailed for stealing a watch from A L Hoffman, escapes after 30 days of a 90 day sentence, is recaptured, and faces new charges. Judge Douglas warns of grand jury review in March as Fuller rants, vows revenge, and learns further confinement awaits. Also notes upcoming Christmas musical at Sleeper Opera House with detailed program and ticket info.
Ten riddles from a Dispatch correspondent promise the answers reveal popular local youths. The top solver over five weeks wins Whittier poems. ties are decided by lot. Each riddle breaks the 18 letter word into numbered letter fragments pointing to a city’s notable young woman or man.
Land Office at St Paul Minnesota December 13 1884 Notice is hereby given that the following named claimant will make final proof in support of his claim and that said proof will be made before A W Frater Clerk of the District Court St Peter Minnesota on Monday January 2 1885 for the SE sec 30 Township 46 Range 16. He names witnesses Charles H Mayo John Chisholm M D Everest L B Coon all of Crow Wing Minnesota. BH Freeman Register
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