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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1891
Page
4
Gull River Critique of Brainerd Fire Dept Misfire
Gull River correspondent mocks Brainerd firemen for arriving in wet clothes yet failing to unload and use hoses at Gull River. He notes past incidents where Gull River aid burned $100 worth of hose and was unthanked, accusing locals of ingratitude and foolish reporting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gull River
The
Motley Register
Fire Department
Brainerd
Fire Company
Cass County Commissioners Hold December Meeting 1890
Proceedings note present commissioners Hallett and Nary. Previous minutes approved. A road layout for Town 134, R 32 and T 134, R 33 was granted with $50 from road and bridge fund for supervision by Commissioner Hallett. Bills allowed for Nary and Hallett attendance. Board adjourned to January first Monday. Louis Tache, Auditor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of County Commissioners
Cass County
Hallet and
Nary
Town
Hallett
T. J. Nary
W. H. Hallett
Louis Tache, Co
Obstacle Race at Local Roller Rink Tomorrow
An obstacle race at the roller rink tomorrow evening promises a comical, exciting contest. Patrons familiar with such events expect a lively show with usual admission prices.
Fire Destroys Gergen and Mooers Livery Stable
A Friday evening blaze swept through the Gergen and Mooers livery stable on Sixth street south. Wind drove flames from a hay loft to the roof ventilator, many horses were trapped and some perished. Loss is estimated beyond 10 thousand dollars with insured amounts totaling 4 thousand for building and rigs. firemen saved nearby residences. The firm plans rebuilding in brick on the former site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gergen & Mooers
Sixth Street
A. Hennett
John Bradford
A. T. Kimball
Lynch & Gallup
Wm. Gustafson
Sudden Death of F. G. Sundberg
The Brainerd businessman F G Sundberg died unexpectedly after a brief pneumonia illness. He was 42 or 43, leaves a wife and six children, and funeral services were set for 2:30 PM at the Episcopal church. Sundberg was a prominent local citizen and a member of White Cross Lodge and Wildey Lodge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. G. Sundberg
Brainerd
White Cross Lodge No
K. of P
Wildey Lodge No
Episcopal Church
Mr. Sandberg
Life Insurance Pitch Confounds Inquisitive Citizen
A Boston Courier excerpt shows a life insurance agent pressing a cautious citizen who claims a heart disease diagnosis. The citizen humorously notes limited life expectancy while the agent pivots to offer coverage, then withdraws after an awkward exchange. The exchange plays on mortality and salesmanship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jove
Boston Courier
Heraldic Crests and Mottos Draw Western Miner’s Gold
A western miner visiting a crest shop asks for an expensive, aristocratic motif for letters, insisting the motto be in Latin or Greek and decorative despite dismissing the idea as foolish. He jokes about not being pretty but getting there, while leaving the design to the shop.
Murray Pardoned after three years in prison
The Pioneer Press notes Governor pardoned Murray amid new evidence and public petitions. Miss Sylvester alleged he assaulted her, but later findings, including Judge Hicks statements, suggest Murray was innocent of attempted rape and should not have been imprisoned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pioneer Press
Murray
Mary Sylvester
Third Street
Sawyer
Miss Sylvester
Kilvington
A. J. Blethen
Col
Platt B. Walker
Hicks
Burr in London Faces Spanish Expatriation Demand
Aaron Burr remained in London after the Spanish minister sought his expulsion for allegedly planning an expedition against the Spanish colonies. British officials reviewed the case, and lawyers concluded Burr’s status as a British subject born in the colonies protected him. The Spanish ambassador witnessed Burr’s tolerated presence as both a British subject and an American citizen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aaron Burr
England
United States
Spain
Great Britain
Bust
America
Burr
London
United States of America
Thirteen Garters Gifted at Prussia Princess Wedding
Old custom among the Hohenzollerns dictates bridal garters as souvenirs. Princess Sophie of Prussia gives twelve to Greek nobles and the groom, while one goes to the Berlin museum. The blue and white pair with diamond buckles is the finest and costliest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sophie
Prussia
Sparta
Germany
Hohenzollerns
Berlin
The Danger of Tea Drinking in Modern Life
A British Medical Journal piece warns that strong tea consumed heavily can deplete energy and push users toward alcohol or opiates. It notes tea as a stimulant may mask fatigue, leading to morphine use or sal volatile, and argues moderation is insufficient protection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perhn
British Medical Journal
Northern Pacific Bank annual meeting notice and water notice
The Northern Pacific Bank calls its stockholders to a Directors election meeting on Tuesday January 13 1891 at 10 30 a m in Banking Rooms Brainerd notice to water consumers lists due date January 1 next quarter payable at Room 16 First National Bank Block and warns of shutoffs Amerose Tiaue Receiver J M Exver Local Manager also local ads for clothing fur goods stoves lamps and glass from D M Clark Co and Geo N Day
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brainerd
Crow Wing
Minnesota
Crow Wing County
H Y Spalding
Leon E. Lum
Pisintiff
Northern Pacific Bank
Jno
N. Nevers
Braverp
First National Bank
Amerose Tiaue
J. M. Exver
For Sale and Wood Yard Advertisements
Wm. Bredfeld offers a sound young horse for cash on time or trade for stock. Information at Bredfeld's shoe store on Front Street. McColl offers artist's materials. Brainerd wood yard seeks 1000 cords of green jack pine and tamarack wood in 50 to 100 cord lots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Bredfeld
Bredfeld
Front Street
Brainerd
Bids Sought for Wood at County Poor Farm
Sealed proposals for 25 cords of green and 16 cords of dry jack pine body wood to be delivered to the poor farm are due by 10 a.m. Tuesday Jan 6. The county auditor Louis Tacue reserves right to reject any or all bids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Tacue
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