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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1885
Page
3
Smith and Keene real estate loans. St Paul visit by C E Smith. Local crime, markets, and council antics. Weather, railroad work to begin in April. Notables: Howes, Dress Kell orchestra, Patek returns, Webster blank case. Lincoln-era city items and humorous jests paint daily life in Brainerd region.
Fred G Sundberg jeweler hosted friends for his thirty first birthday at Martin's Oyster Bay. The post office will now be open Sundays 2 30 to 3 20 p m for Sunday afternoon mail from St Paul. Deerwood residents seek redistricting to form fourth district covering specified towns and ranges with R H Morford named as county commissioner.
John Martin was elected chair man of the board of county commissioners on Tuesday. The move will affect signed orders until attended on commissioner’s day since Martin lives several miles away in the country. Uncle John will fill the chair in a very acceptable manner.
C F Kindred and G G Hartley of Brainerd and D M Clough of Minneapolis left for Washington on Thursday to aid in shaping legislation for Northwestern interests. They were invited by Congressman Nelson to come to the capital.
A printer boasts of offering the lowest prices, arguing a man who ships printing out of the city does not deserve patronage. The author defies Minneapolis and asserts capability to match or beat any rival's price, urging customers to use local services.
The rink was packed last Thursday as Rosa Guillottt, a young city skater, showcased advanced routines after touring exhibitions along the N. P. road. Observers praised her skill and predicted she will become a star with further training.
The Burns-Mays rape case is on the docket for trial during the session.
Courtesy copy from Supt. Fleming presents Minnesota's third biennial report on state school system administration. It outlines oversight structure, funding, curriculum standards, and progress indicators and highlights key statewide education priorities.
The water company suspends service for several patrons in default on water rents under a policy echoing the motto no pay no water. Officials warn customers to settle accounts to avoid service loss.
J. L. Jones reports a new baby boy born on Sunday. Nick Heller announces a baby girl, adding to the weekend celebrations.
C H Congdon works as night clerk at the Villard Hotel and Charlie’s stores items hint at catering. Smith of Front street confectionery offers elegant cigar cases and cigars. A singing school organized by H Congdon grows, with about forty scholars joining. The Mays family loses a week’s washing to a thief who took the clothes line. Harvey F Clark, formerly of Brainerd second hand shop, married in Helena to Elizabeth McFarland of Plainfield Wis. Scott and Duclos of Little Falls win brick contract for Como shops, needing 3,000,000 bricks. Postlethwaite and Kendricks to visit Little Falls to close the deal.
F H Elvidge sells his wood and coal business and stock to F A B King. He plans to move to Minneapolis as a longtime Brainerd resident and former Northern Pacific fuel agent. Brainerd loses a respected citizen, while Minneapolis gains one.
A. L. Hoffman has purchased the feed store recently started in the Odd Fellons block and will relocate it. He plans to stock a large line of groceries once established. The feed stores at Sixth and Laurel and on Front Street will move to the new location immediately.
S. F. Alderman has been retained by County Auditor Wilson as deputy. He has served in that capacity under Auditor Thompson and is thoroughly conversant with the office routines and books, a valuable man for the position. Wilson could not have made a better selection or one that would give better public satisfaction.
The Disraren notes strong job printing output with over 65 dollars in the first week of the year and compares to 15.75 dollars after holidays last year. It cites an annual average of 166 dollars per month, about 2000 dollars for the year, as evidence of steady demand from local business firms.
A group of gentlemen from Brainerd, Little Falls, Minneapolis and St Paul met in Minneapolis to advance the St Paul Brainerd Northwestern railroad project. The line aims from Brainerd to Crookston after survey. capital is awaited. Directors C F Kin dre d G G Hartley Wm Seelye L P White J C Flynn and D M Clough traveled east to secure bonds.
The first A C C dinner on Wednesday the 7th at Mrs Mulrine’s attracted many and featured a bill of fare with dishes prepared by named members. The next meeting is set for Wednesday January 21 at Mrs H H Barber’s Seventh Street residence.
On Tuesday February 17 1885 the Brainerd Cornet Band marks its third anniversary with a grand ball at the Roller Rink. The organizers promise a first class event and expect a large crowd to attend.
A local exchange of barbed rhetoric accuses the Tribune editor of degrading city governance by calling police and council members incompetent. The letter defends officers and named councilmen, condemning the Tribune for sensational claims about debt, prostitution, and vice, asserting the city’s integrity and urging restraint.
The Minneapolis Tribune discusses John R. M. Howes and Clarence B. Buckman. Howes, born 1851 in Canada, lived in Crow Wing County since 1880, ran a flour mill, medical practice, and held society presidencies. Buckman, born 1850 in Bucks County Pennsylvania, became a prominent real estate and lumber operator, served in the house, then senate, and was a leading Republican organizer known for backing C F Kindred and Sabin.
Geo W Vanderslice to Miss Lulu Burson announced in Philadelphia with a home to follow after February 1 at 143 South Sixth Street Brainerd Minn Mr Vanderslice and wife to receive congratulations from many friends. Cohen Schoenmann wedding in Milwaukee Wis January 1 1885 at home 35 Fifth Street North Brainerd Minn couple returned to Brainerd Friday night confirmations of nuptials.
The Wells, Fargo & Co express office is permanently located on Sixth street at Metzger Bros. eld stand. They invite public patronage, guarantee satisfactory rates, and urge customers to compare before using other lines. Wets, Farao & Co. 4-lw
A Brainerd Citizen voices frustration at Tribune mudslinging and urges discussion of mayoralty. The letter lampoons editor A J Halsted and suggests voters should elect a reform mayor with strong police leadership. Concerns also touch on council, fire safety, and city issues.
The January 6 1885 meeting of Crow Wing County Commissioners led to chairmanship by J M Martin after an initial vote. The auditing board report was read and approved, with several tax abatements and mortgage adjustments approved. Bills for pauper care road work and election costs were paid, and bids for county buildings wood contracts rejected pending sealed bids. The county liquor license set at fifty dollars. next sessions set for February 8 1885.
The beginner singing class meets Saturday night at 7 30. The advanced class meets Monday night at the same hour. Attend early to start work promptly at 7 30. C. H. Conepon.
An entertainment program Wednesday evening January 28 honors the birthday of Robert Burns with scenes from his life, songs in character, readings, Highland dances, bagpipe music, and recitations. E N Donaldson will give an address. Tickets cost 25 35 and 50 cents at local shops or from committee members.
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