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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1889
Page
7
Brainerd Dispatch notes that if Boulanger succeeds as a lecturer in the United States no statue will be voted to him by posterity, given his failed role in France as a savior of society.
The historian known as Mr Bancroft, once called ex Secretary Bancroft, held the post of secretary of the navy from 1845 to 1849.
Osman Diema, the dervish general in the Soudan, has reportedly been killed seven or eight times but now appears ready to strike at Upper Egypt, signaling renewed tension and possible military action in the region.
Francais Bonneau, a Frenchman, died in New Bedford Massachusetts a few days ago aged about 105 years 9 months. He was married twice and fathered 18 children. He survived both wives.
A TurG disclosed to an English officer that he had killed 700 people in captivity and lamented that if not imprisoned twelve years, the tally might have reached a thousand. He spoke plaintively of the constraint of prison.
A crank in Congress proposes renaming the republic to United States of Columbia, arguing a fresh title, though the name already belongs to a Southern neighbor, and the country would reject any second-hand designation.
The text notes that Brazil has effectively been a republic for one to two decades, with the emperor acting only as a figurehead and lacking true executive powers akin to the U.S. president. It emphasizes the minimal practical change in Brazil’s government despite formal republic status.
A Morgantown West Virginia shopper bought a kerosene lamp. He quips that it is the first such notion to enter his home, noting candles were enough for his wife and him but his son-in-law wants a touch of style.
The New York courts held that attempting suicide is a crime, but if the person actually dies by his own hand the act is not a crime within their jurisdiction. The decision was made without a jury.
The New York Herald reports correspondence from eighteen states showing ballot reform advancing nationwide. The Australian system has been adopted with changes in states led by Massachusetts in May 1888, followed by Connecticut, Minnesota, and Rhode Island in later years.
Treazarewitch greatly enjoyed his visit to Athens and was astonished by the royal family's democratic life in Greece. He was used to Russian court etiquette and noted King George walking streets unattended and riding in a surface car to hurry home.
A leading New York elevator man argues riding in elevators is safer than walking stairs. He displays a striking set of figures showing five injuries from stairs for every one from elevators. Visitors remain unconvinced by the data.
The piece argues European telephone systems are superior due to underground wires and smooth operation. It notes American devices are patented here but monopoly delays adoption. It claims Paris London and other cities have quieter lines with clear whispers and underground wiring in London reduces trouble.
The article notes strong activity in Chili with many immigrants arriving, while the U S faces dissatisfaction with immigration policy. It argues that some arrivals hinder rather than help the republic, though most entrants are of a better class, yet a notable minority are problematic.
A stream near Benton Tennessee is reported to host hundreds of trout visible from shore. Anglers cast in pooled runs but fail to get a bite as fish ignore flies and spears, appearing untouchable despite abundant activity.
Mr Hansbrough seeks 500000 for Red River locks and dams to aid navigation and irrigation. Senate commerce favors 10000 for a Gladstone Michigan light station. Cullom introduces Chicago world’s fair bill. Nominations: Fry marshal South Dakota Tarpley Oregon and others. Toronto editor Farrar aims to push US Canada trade and immigration with rate comparisons between Canadian Pacific and US lines.
Elton A. Fay, a Chicago chemist, who was found in a New York Bowery lodging house suffering from cocaine poisoning, died at Bellevue hospital. Captain Michael J. Schaack, once connected with anarchist circles and removed from the Chicago police for inaction in the Cronin case, was placed on the pension list at half pay. he is paralyzed in the right arm, and twenty five other officers were also pensioned. Mr. Pickler of South Dakota introduced a joint resolution to grant North and South Dakota the territorial capitol furniture, fixtures, and records, to be used for the two new states, noting the territory bought the property with its own funds and the general government has no say in its disposition. The resolution passed after a five minute speech by Pickler.
A gasometer blast at Ashville North Carolina killed two men and seriously wounded two others as the gas works building was wrecked. In Boston the remains of another fireman were found charred in the Thanksgiving fire ruins with impossible identification. A shell blast at Baku caused a major munitions explosion destroying the artillery magazine. Four killed and several injured. In Detroit five girls rehearsing for a Christmas cantata suffered burns with Jennie Lancashire dead. Six firemen injured by a collapsing church roof in Philadelphia. Foreman James Orr severely hurt. Other injuries reported among crew. A Burlington freight collision at Sutton crushed ten merchandise cars and one depot car. one brakeman seriously bruised. damage about 40 000 dollars.
A chaotic wind of violence and crime spans cities from Kansas to Texas and New York. Incidents include suicides, stabbings, the disappearance of bodies, robberies with killings, mob violence, a hanged man, and a farmer's gun battle. Police and courts move as murder, assault, lynching attempts, and eerie deaths shock communities.
The article details the unsolved Mantwill murder in Chicago with suspect Eberling in custody, citing a post mortem revealing thirty five knife wounds. It notes jealousy over Mantwill’s wife and questions of insanity behind the assault. It also recounts Christ Batz killing his wife before suicide after years of abuse and drunken episodes.
A digest of international and national notices reports US squadron in Lisbon after a smooth voyage, Richmond Indiana engine maker selling to an English syndicate, Russia mobilization plans by Western districts, a Corea king assassination plot with ministers implicated, a $10 million syndicate to buy British carpet firms for US patent use, Fresno Vineyard Company seizure for $500,000, da Fonseca reportedly dying and ministry changes looming, plus Stanley replying to Emin and Barttelot while noting Tippoo Tib salary for peace.
Three unidentified females were found lying close together on the Conemaugh riverbank near Coopersdale Pennsylvania. No identifications were made. The report notes no further clues about their identities or cause of death.
Charles Conway, a rich young farmer from near Rochester Minnesota, visits dying cousin Miss Mary Kelly in Dubuque Iowa. After a supper, two pistol shots kill Conway. He claims an armed stranger robbed him and shot him twice. police and physician doubt this, noting a revolver with empty chambers found on him and a remark implying he might accompany Mary after her death. Conway had previously lived near Fargo.
New York quotes for corn oats and wheat with various grades and bid/ask ranges. Chicago cash prices show flour, spring wheat, red wheat, corn, oats, rye, barley, flaxseed, pork, lard, butter and eggs. Minneapolis St Paul price lists cover wheat oats corn barley and byproducts plus hogs and dairy items.
A father, Charles Shelar, his wife, and three children were found dead in their Niles home with throats cut. The identified weapon was a broken razor. the husband killed the family then himself after a morning assault. Neighbors report heavy drinking and possible marital strife.
In Indiana PA special session, Washington Butler and P M Dodge, overseers of the poor, faced trial for neglect. Witnesses described five years of meager aid for Edward Wisherman and his father in Burrell township, including a shrinking weekly allowance, shoddy clothing, scarce fuel, and inadequate medical care. A stillborn child born during the hardship was buried by an overseer. the defense cited lack of relief orders. Defendants discharged.
A harshly worded specimen letter arrives for Mrs. Harrison denying a whisky punch claim tied to Pan American delegates. The writer questions the Harrison presidency role, cites temperance hurt, and pleads for ethical conduct and prayer to end the practice blamed on the executive mansion.
Washington reports that presidential appointments to federal positions will wait through the three week congressional recess and not be made until after January 6 when both houses reconvene. New-state delays leave unsettled courts in Montana Washington and North Dakota with no judges chosen yet.
Special reports from Quilli mane dated November 12 describe Engineer Castello’s clash with the Makololos during Portugal’s war effort. The Makololos allegedly attacked Castello’s camp at Mapassa without provocation. after fierce resistance he defeated them and seized the region. British missionaries were said to be involved in the broader report.
Blantyre sparked Makololo actions. Maj Zerpa Pinto met with Mozambique’s governor then sailed on the gunboat Quanza to Quillimane and Mopa. Natives massed toward the Shire river. Pinto’s forces, aided by Castello engineer Themudo and Lieut Contino, prepared with three armed steamers. Pinto, ill with malaria, aimed to subdue them by December and return to Lisbon.
Two burglars dragged a 500 pound safe from Brincepoft Conn grocery at East Main and Water to the north town over a mile away. The theft near the Second precinct police station led to arrest of John Connolly and Edward Burns with Patrick Riel and his wife found inside the house. Police linked the pair to a spate of recent burglaries and recovered the loaded revolvers and dynamite cartridges from their pockets. A neighbor who witnessed the extraction misjudged the task as hired work.
Rio de Janeiro reports a provisional decree that confiscates Dom Pedro's property, suppresses his allowance, and bars the imperial family from returning to Brazil for two years. The ex-emperor and the empress dowager left for Coimbra, while physicians advise withholding details. New York notes calm at Rio port with troops and civilians on good terms. London reports President Da Fonseca's illness not serious.
Hoaxing the Parisians reports two sensational canards in Gay Capital. Union New York notices Hon Orsamus B Mattison of this city died at eighty four. He served in the Thirty first through Thirty fifth Congresses and faced expulsion over a 1856 57 remark. He near fatally poisoned in Washington amid a pro slavery plot that targeted President elect Buchanan and Vice President Breckinridge. He later failed in business and died poor.
Early morning blaze in Petrolia Pennsylvania destroyed about forty buildings along Main Argyle and Fairview streets. Klingensmith grocery fire swept both sides of the thoroughfares, engulfing business houses and residences with $85 000 to $100 000 in losses and little insurance. Inhabitants escaped with their lives and clothing as flames consumed most of the north and south sides of the town.
The two mates of the ill fated ship Durham Charles Stevens and William Higginson drowned in San Francisco Bay after abandoning the burning vessel at Port Costa last week and a capsize in high wind. Both men were Liverpool natives Higginson left a wife and several children in that city.
In Pensacola Florida J M Thompson stabbed J T Carter to death after Carter insulted Thompson’s former wife. The two prominent citizens argued at a street corner as Mrs Thompson tried to intervene. Carter was wounded and later died as public sentiment turns lenient toward Thompson who is under arrest.
Montreal detectives pursue Silcott the former cashier of the house of representatives aided by a tip they deem promising. Herminio Thibalt, described as Silcott’s companion, reportedly stayed with a married sister for a week and then left for Quebec, with the sister denying further details. A man who visited her during the stay is said to have matched Silcott’s description.
John O Neil died today at the residence of his son in law William Harris after a confrontation over O Neill battering his wife who had returned from Wyoming. Harris attempted to intervene as O Neill fired twice missing him. Harris then killed O Neill with two shots. Coroner’s jury found justifiable homicide.
Senate and House members introduced multiple measures including $150,000 for a Mankato public building and a North Dakota irrigation survey. A pension supervisor pay rise, a St Louis world’s fair plan, and Brazil recognition considerations were debated. Reed’s committee appointments were praised amid Christmas mood and a lengthy floor day.
Evangelist D L Moody preached to a hard crowd in Chicago slums. Afterward six nearly sober youths taunted exiting worshippers and blocked stairs. Moody challenged the toughest to help with his coat, the man balked, Moody thanked him, and departed, leaving the gang unsettled.
A St Louis Republic note calculates the massive weight of gold and silver in the U S treasury. Gold totals 601 tons, silver 8000 tons. If lined along a road their wall would be 4 feet high and 4 feet thick for 335 feet, gold wall. Silver wall would stretch 4248 feet. Carted in one ton per cart the procession would run nearly 33 miles long, gold carts about 2.5 miles, silver carts just over 30 miles.
A boy finds a injured sparrow daubed with paint and carrying it away. A poor man, drying in the sun, asks for the bird and offers sobering wisdom about lifting others. The sparrow recovers and flies away, the man murmuring hope for himself as well.
Gabriel Bouvalot describes a Central Asian region where salt permeates walls rivers and drinking water. Saltpeter makers move seasonally using rough vats ovens and brushwood fires to extract and boil salt from surface earth composts and animal manure. An ordinary worker yields about fifty pounds daily sold at one penny per sound.
Mr F J Carlyle a Delmonico Hotel proprietor received 15000 by express from New Orleans a twentieth of the 300000 capital prize in the Louisiana State Lottery drawing. He and Marshall had a pact to share 10 percent if either won. Carlyle later paid Marshall 1500 fulfilling the agreement. The paper notes the lottery’s reliability and local approval by Walla Walla readers.
Poem by Jean Ingelow reflecting on the birth of a child with biblical imagery. The speaker asks God to make ancient words anew and to fill empty hearts, invoking the line Unto you a child is born.
On Christmas Eve Helen Hamilton faces financial ruin as Will Hamilton contemplates infidelity. She reassures him by revealing she turns 25 the next day and would accept poverty if needed. The bank then preserves stability and Helen inherits a fortune, changing their fortunes overnight.
In a Christmas Eve scene Laura Poole gifts a station apple woman named Mother Mac two cookies and a new toy, lifting her melancholy. The boy Mother Mac lost haunts her thoughts, yet Laura’s gesture weaves light through her heavy heart, a tiny thread of gold in a life darkened by hardship.
The passage urges starting the new year with a clear mind and hopeful outlook. It argues against discouragement and promotes seeing the good in life, grounding optimism in Christian faith and a healthy mindset.
Pekin Gazette carries memorial from the chancellor urging re editing of the grand encyclopedia compiled a century ago in the reign of Kienlung. Only four manuscript copies remain. The index spans fourteen volumes and encapsulates a complete classic compendium and imperial writings.
Book agents now carry their books via a small boy who follows them to offices. They gain entry without visible proof of calling, then inside call Johnny to bring in the books, a silent method praised by the New York Sun as clever and subversive to access.
A small boy asks for a bicycle, then a tricycle, but the father says costs are high. He finally offers a grim bargain that a long icicle may be his when winter comes, leaving the boy pacified by this stark joke.
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