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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1894
Page
2
Bridgeport Connecticut church prepares for its second centennial celebration on June 14 1895 with plans underway and significant local interest.
An old health note recommends keeping brittle nails short and dipping them at night in sweet oil to prevent breakage, then wiping without washing. no explicit health authority cited.
A cassava root about seven feet long and a sweet potato twenty inches in circumference are highlighted as notable farm products from H. A. Lusk’s farm near St. Andrew’s Bay Florida.
Professor Bell, inventor of the telephone, is in Nova Scotia pursuing aerial locomotion experiments and remains hopeful of success as he leads ongoing tests and observations in atmospheric travel.
France and Spain concluded a commercial alliance lasting one year, a duration linked to the tenure of the present governments in both countries. The pact aims to ease trade and bolster economic ties amid shifting political landscapes.
After twenty three years of silence an Indiana woman regains the power of speech. She will have much to tell her husband and the community shares in the universal commisseration for his lot and hers.
A Kansas farmer drilling for water accidentally taps a reservoir of boiling hot water. The discovery could prove politically useful by allowing officials to address domestic issues privately rather than reveal them publicly.
Report notes grave robbing incidents in Omaha cemeteries attributed to vandals. The item links the crime wave to perceived demoralization under the Democratic national administration and implies political controversy surrounding the issue.
A new religious sect in Oregon claims iman can be purified from sin by drinking claret. The article does not specify which wine house the sect leader represents.
The podesta island, once rising above the South Seas, has vanished beneath the ocean and no longer appears on maps. The note highlights Ignatius Donnelly as an observer who should not overlook this event.
M M A Badouin told the French Academy of Sciences that he obtained rain as far back as 1876 by drawing electricity from clouds with a kite. He cited a recent experiment, said to be completely successful, as proof.
Despite a drop in demand and weaker markets, the Union stock yards slaughtering in Chicago last year exceeded the previous record by about 0 head while packers expanded profits.
Pays his annual visit to England in February. He will probably be accompanied by his daughter Fraulein Joachim who will make her first appearance in England as a singer. Frau Joachim, her mother, is renowned as one of Germany’s leading concert singers. The new singer is expected to be warmly received for her own sake and that of Dr. Joachim.
Plunger Walton, once a race track betting prodigy who earned a million, went into New York hotel business and now has failed. He plans to tackle bookmakers again to recover losses, but may not repeat past exploits.
Several thousand women in Chicago were discharged from work as the old year ended. The world’s fair and holiday trade had kept them employed briefly, but they are now sent adrift. Many rely on own earnings and destitution is feared during winter months.
Professor A Graham Bell explains that seeing by electrical means at a distance mirrors telephone principles but faces greater difficulty due to the much faster vibrations of light. He notes success hinges on a diaphragm sensitive enough to receive these vibrations and convert them into electrical signals.
New Orleans with 242000 residents maintains a police force of 256, resulting in 22008 arrests last year. In contrast St Louis with 452000 people has 800 officers and 200729 arrests, while Cincinnati at 297000 people employs 489 officers for 326944 arrests.
A Maine man home from Boston recalls a near miss with a streetcar, claiming he stood on the track to prove his rights while the car buzzed toward him. He says bystanders shouted but he remained unmoved, asserting that there was no danger and that Boston drivers wouldn’t run over him. He concludes that a person must stand up for his rights.
The issue compiles the latest world news from Telegraph reports and Press Association dispatches. It presents a broad digest of events and developments across regions with concise summaries for readers.
Cardinal Gibbons laid the cornerstone of St Pauls Catholic Church in Washington. The report notes historic church construction in the capital and highlights the event as a major ecclesiastical milestone.
Count von Arnim vows to challenge Prince Bismarck after critical remarks about his father. The report also notes deaths of Dr. Archer author of a Canadian history in use in public schools, Alderman Rathbun in Battle Creek, Wheeler of Bridgeport, and Baron Waldbourg in Munich. It mentions gubernatorial plans by W. C. Oates and life quirks of Henry Irving.
A painting valued at 100000 dollars was ruined in St. Louis. A gas explosion injured three in Hammond Indiana. Michael Roederer, 60, was killed by a Fort Wayne train in Lima Ohio. Arthur Warner died after being struck by an Ohio & Mississippi train in Sekitan Ohio. Jacob Hartman, a Philadelphia trolley motorman, died crushed between cars. Porter Scott killed in a boxing match with Silas Taft in Des Moines. Explosion fatally injures James Mitchell aboard a steamboat boiler in Panther Creek Tennessee. Two lives lost in a New York fire. Florence Mullaly and Mrs Merry Moore perished. Richards mine cave-in kills James Madden and John Rice near Morristown New Jersey. Interstate Street Railway plant fire destroys Farmersville Massachusetts. loss 100000, insurance 60000. Two freight trains collide near Greenville Kentucky. brakeman killed. Ten business houses burn at Red Key Indiana. loss 50600. Fire destroys Carberry and Miami Manitoba. G W Read found dead in Independence Kansas. wife child and servant dead or dying from gas. Cummings suspected in deaths at Omaha cottage.
A scattered bulletin of crimes and legal actions includes four prisoners escaping Tower jail in Indiana, a Dayton marshal shot in Iowa, a Nebraska killer arrested in Texas, a Nebraska farmer feared murdered in Omaha, and multiple other homicide assaults frauds and embezzlements across states.
Averill Dunn suddenly attacked and killed his father and mother in Laurel Maryland then fled to the woods. He remained at large as authorities pursued him. In Michigan Judge McKnight sentenced William Palmer to twenty five years in state prison for his brother s murder in a fourth trial two years earlier.
Reports detail a captured anarchist in Spain and allegations of torture in imprisonments. Other items note Brazilian naval moves, a Mexican volcano eruption, Albanian and Montenegrin troop tensions near Tula, and a push toward potential battles. A Russian minister falls ill as fleets and treaties shape Europe's uneasy balance.
A store encounter centers on whether canaries thrive in cages. An old bird fancier argues singing proves happiness in captivity, citing Dr. Plaezkek and studies. a woman decries keeping birds in cages as cruelty, while the narrator reflects on sentiment and poetry.
Washington reports detail the early 1904 tariff debate and the Hawaiian resolution fight. Republicans block moves to advance the Hawaiian matter while Democrats seek a quorum, drawing sharp exchanges over timing and strategy in both houses. A Senate resolution urges noninterference in Hawaii amid ongoing investigation.
The Democrats push the Wilson tariff bill in the House as a quorum is secured and debate intensifies. In the Senate Hawaiian issues dominate with multiple resolutions and planned votes overshadowed by stalled action and anticipated continuations next week.
Deadwood Athletic club in Deadwood S D offers a $50 000 purse for a Corbett Mitchell bout and pledges a hall for 12 000 spectators if the offer is accepted. Backers include Patsy Carr Dort Ferguson and Sam Schwartzwald prominent Deadwood sportsmen.
Alpena South Dakota January 6 Farmers plan to counter high threshing costs by forming a combine to purchase machines and thresh their own grain next season. Ten counties have joined the scheme as articles of agreement are prepared and farmers attach their signatures. A threshing man warned that amateurs may face difficulties despite the plan.
Frankie Blunt, labeled a notorious figure and described as a woman who wears men's clothing, received a one year state prison term from Judge Gilson in Ford du Lac. The case notes her unusual gender presentation and questions whether she belongs in the female or male ward of the prison.
James Hareburger quarreled with his sweetheart last week, stabbed her once, then returned to a Birmingham ballroom and shot her in the back when she danced with another man. He escaped. the woman died this morning.
In Fittsburg Hon Jan 6 negro miners around Yale report a rapid illness lasting hours with heart failure symptoms. Several have died and some white families are moving away though officials say whites may not be affected.
The stomachs of G. W. Read and Miss Edith Scott who died mysteriously at Independence Kansas last Monday were brought to this city by J. W. Davis and given to Dr. Claude Hamilton of the university medical college for analysis. Dr. Hamilton has not completed the examination but has found no poison so far.
Little asks to set aside the January 4 injunction preventing J W Freeborn from taking Mrs Lease s seat on the board of charities claiming lack of jurisdiction and unlawful order The case ends with negotiations failing and the suit continuing in court
Baldwin Wisconsin January sixth. Mike Dennan a 40 year old farmer living half a mile south of Hammond was struck crossing the railroad with a load of manure and killed instantly along with one of his horses. The tragedy occurred as the west bound passenger train passed.
Honolulu dispatch reports United States officials urge restoration of Queen Liliuokalani with amnesty for all involved in the January revolution. President aims to withdraw treaty consideration and support a magnanimous settlement while the Corwin carries dispatches and tensions rise between annexationists and royalists.
The passage describes demands for resignation by Attest J O Carter, the provisional Hawaiian government’s response drafted by President Dele, and the dispute over the queen and amnesty. It notes Thurston Hawaiian minister traveling to Washington with a copy of the reply and mentions tensions with President Cleveland over publication of the document.
The New York Tribune notes a well known physician issued a prescription that reads three pills on day one at hourly intervals then two pills on day two with the same timing and one pill on day three. The wording risks misinterpretation and dangerous errors if readers stop after partial study.
A Newark Times interview recalls a village physician’s night of repeated emergency calls. An enteric fever patient’s daughter wakes him four times, each request for aid, ending with the patient resting quietly as dawn breaks and the doctor slumbers.
In a New York church Sunday school a Chinese pupil named Sam Sing retold the Noah story in shorthand. The tale describes Noah, his wife, three sons, and their families entering the ark, gathering animals and provisions, the rise of the flood, and the drowning of wicked people, as explained by the teacher.
M Delisle, principal librarian at the Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, cautions that most of France s 2000 plus volumes published yearly may vanish over time due to perishable wood pulp paper. He notes old rag paper endures centuries while contemporary prints rot with yellowing and holes from chemical treatment.
Minneapolis reports the fourth annual Minnesota State Farmers' Alliance session with Donnelly presiding. Sparks fly as Ignatius Donnelly and Dr. Fish trade blows over party loyalty and records, prompting a lights out outburst and adjournment amid denouncements of Hoskins in an asylum. Other items note credentials, constitutional revision, and a reduced admission fee.
About seventy five delegates attended at the capitol for the annual meeting. Minutes were read and approved, credentials committee named. Secretary's report showed a treasury balance of 222.22. Col John H Stevens of Minneapolis was nominated and elected president, Ed Weaver of Mankato named first vice president, A P Hendrickson of St Paul elected second vice president after Dr Murphy declined.
Five of the largest wood carving firms including Baumgarten & Co and Hertz Bros have locked out their workers. Several hundred men affected. The dispute centers on whether eight or nine hours should count as a day’s work.
The Times reports London sources indicate five first-class warships will be constructed. The note appears in a brief diplomatic update from January.
Doctors L W Babcock and J J McKinnon named pension examining surgeons at Wadena and Fargo. H G Schram appointed postmaster at Cottage Grove. replacements named at Reh voot Becker, War son, and Winona Emmons. Joby Walden succeeds J J Pitts at Winona. Miller and Weymouth admitted to practice before the interior department. Minnesota beer tax totals $385 427.59.
In Seattle Washington the shingle men of Washington and Oregon completed their association. Ninety six percent of mills joined with intent to raise and fix shingles prices. Current proposed prices are 1 20 per 1000 for 6x1 and 1 45 for 5x2, with a planned future increase. British Columbia manufacturers formed a similar association yesterday.
United States Third Army Corps officers visited Cape Fear river approaches to Wilmington to assess fortifications needed for defense in war. They declined to release any details for publication.
The heirs of Samuel Suter of this city, killed while employed by Park and Nelson Lumber Co, win a $5,000 verdict after lengthy court proceedings.
Minneapolis hosts a large crowd at the horticulture convention opening in a hall transformed into a conservatory. President J. M. Underwood calls for full discussion and sharing of season ISM experiments. Credential committee named. papers read by W. M. Cook, E. F. Harris, William Robinson, and others.
Chicago and Minneapolis show steady grain with cash and May contracts quoted. Cattle and hog markets in Chicago and St Paul display mixed activity with fat cattle, prime beef and feeder demand, while receipts and prices vary across districts.
In Trenton the thirteen Republican and nine Democratic senators organized separate bodies. The Republican senate is recognized by the house while the Democrats are recognized by the governor and hold keys to the senate chamber. Police protected order as Democrats claim illegal redistricting in the last election.
Clinton Iowa January 1 Edward Beatley of Clinton died from injuries from a rear end collision between the Chicago Burlington and Quincy and Northwestern trains on the bridge Monday night. Martin Murray is dangerously injured. A Robertson of Garrison Iowa shoulder dislocated and hurt. Elmer Shafer and Kinney of Gordonville slightly hurt. Christie Nelson of Gordonville received slight injuries.
Senator Pettigrew moved to pass a bill authorizing 200000 dollars to compensate Crow Creek Indian settlers in South Dakota displaced by a Cleveland era land order. The measure advances in the Senate and may become law unless vetoed by the president.
Onalaska Wisconsin January 10 City approves water works plan Fire Kindler Manufacturing reorganized admitting two new partners A Smith and John Kaufman with added capital to boost output preparations underway for a large production increase.
London Jan 10 The government orders renewal of the express mail service from Queenstown to London to speed American mails arriving too late by the ordinary service.
Herakd dispatch from Managua reports Nicaraguan invaders have won another victory. General Ortiz captured Nacaome and advances in Choluteca province near the city of that name.
Red Wing January 10 A horse and cutter were stolen from T Bowles of Belie Creek. No clue to the thieves.
Moria di Lav elan, noted for heading Palermo district, is named by special royal decree to wield full powers over military and civil affairs in Sicily. The decree proclaims the island under siege, issued with cabinet approval, and has created a strong impression.
Special Chief of Police Raitz and Mrs. George Kobler returned from Pern Tod to Toledo. Kobler’s husband is in custody for the murder of Mrs. Gottlieb Stahl nine years ago. Authorities plan release despite evidence of guilt due to Ohio law prohibiting a wife from testifying against her husband.
In Oshkosh a trial titled Robert McMillan versus George W. Pratt opens before Judge Gilson. The high value counterclaim of $255,600 signals a major dispute involving Oshkosh lumbermen and the lumber trade. The case is expected to occupy at least two weeks.
Omaha special reports Richard Klocke was detained by the German government in Westphalia and forced into military service. He has lived in the United States for years and has only begun naturalization papers.
Special Judge Smith grants divorce to Harriet Powers from her husband, the Yankton mayor and a world’s fair comedian from Seurh Dehua. The ruling concludes a custody and property dispute currently under local court action.
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