Lost Control of Her Nerves
A Tribune meditation on growing nervousness in modern life. It blames freedom and constant activity for high-strung nerves amid travel, late work, and irregular sleep, suggesting modern pace strains mental calm.
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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1897
Page
3
A Tribune meditation on growing nervousness in modern life. It blames freedom and constant activity for high-strung nerves amid travel, late work, and irregular sleep, suggesting modern pace strains mental calm.
A Minneapolis woman describes sleepless nights and nervous debility eased by Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. She reports quick relief, urges others to use the remedy, and notes the pills restore blood, vigor, and health. Sold 50 cents a box or six for 2.50 by doctors and druggists.
The court questioned how the dispute began with Sambo recounting that during a Christmas dinner he started to carve the turkey and claimed Wash insinuated ignorance about carving. He then stated he moved on and carved Wash.
In a Chicago Times-Herald report the local dime museum features a tattooed man whose display includes an elaborate St. George and the dragoon design. The lecturer invites the audience to step forward and examine the tattooed subject.
Weary Watkins jokes about a farmer who ties his dog to run the churn. Dusty Rhodes responds with a quip about the dog working the growler. The exchange is presented in a humorous newsroom style.
A humorous exchanges between Mrs Brown and Mrs Jones about love after marriage. The piece references the New York Journal. The text then recalls the U S House electing presidents twice, in 1796 with Jefferson over Burr and in 1824 with Adams over Jackson.
Cure a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. Price 25 cents.
A Boston Traveler remark notes Napkins as an eloquent speaker who last night succeeded in persuading his landlord to lower the rent, drawing praise for his wit and persuasive effect.
Conversation notes a player named Tom described as a defensive back type, but the text ends with a joke about being a back and a draw back, cited as Boston Traveler style dialogue.
A Detroit News cartoon caption contrasts two men as one remarks that a friend Howard is a queer fellow who talks little. The other retorts that he has sense enough not to speak.
A humorous exchange between Miss Von Eikenstein and Mr Pennyfellow features playful banter on women wearing bloomers. The line ends with a jibe referencing a French proverb, voiced by Twinkles.
A Detroit paper reports a startling case where a young Detroit woman was punctured by a needle that lodged in her waist about a year ago and later emerged from the arm of a young man living in another city. The piece also notes that several German towns use glass water pipes with asphalt shielding to prevent breakage.
The Nile victory annihilated the French fleet, shifted Mediterranean control to Britain, and triggered wide European upheaval. Nelson was made Baron Nelson of the Nile amid lavish honors from European rulers and Parliament, while praise from Lords Howe Hood and St Vincent highlighted the clash's historic scale.
A detective concludes the suspect is innocent, but colleagues move quickly to detain him. They bind the man and transport him to an insane asylum before he can become violent. The Cincinnati Enquirer reports the rapid, decisive action taken by the detectives.
A former Russian emperor sought a rail link from St. Petersburg to Moscow. When engineers disagreed on a path he drew a straight line on a map with a ruler and pen, declaring that as the route and ordering the road built.
A London Figaro excerpt notes a tense household scene with the wife and brute figure reacting to the baby’s attempts to speak. The dialogue hints at affection amid fear as voices debate the infant’s words and the parents’ familiarity.
Sam Jones stated in Boston that the path to heaven is hard because many people in the town are walking in the opposite direction. The remark highlights a moral claim about crowding and spiritual direction in a metropolitan setting.
An historic building in Fort Scott Kansas once used by the United States government as a military post was recently sold on a mortgage for 100 dollars.
A brief fragment contemplates wealth and blessing, suggesting richness derives from virtue rather than possessions. The incomplete line hints at a moral reflection on prosperity and gratitude.
The article outlines two methods of hunting kangaroos in Australia with native and white hunter practices. It details chase, pack behavior led by the old boomer, and the use of dogs and horses, including a vivid hunting scene with a hunter party, the kangaroos’ long hops, and aftermath meals of tail soup and steaks.
A lamp lighter on the elevated rail uses a small brass alcohol lamp carried in his pocket. He boards the car, lights six lamps with practiced speed, then exits to the platform and prepares to board the next train. The description focuses on his pocket lamp and skilled routine.
A story shows two Japanese gentlemen and Colonel M observing American dining habits at a factory lunch. When the host eats fried potatoes with fingers, the Japanese mimic him, creating a comical scene that risks reinforcing stereotypes of American casual manners.
In a Chicago trial of three men charged with robbing the Western Foundry Company office, Prosecutor Kickham Scanlan used facial disguises to test witness recall. He showcased blond and black beard attachments to demonstrate the robbers’ possible concealment during the hold up.
Readers encounter claims that mothers can aid sleeping children through autosuggestion, boosting study and arithmetic by suggestion. A Dakota divorce case features a husband alleging hypnotic influence at marriage, with commentary from Hypnotic Magazine on legal theatrics and a judge recalling his own former susceptibility.
Practical kitchen guidance for cooking turnips beets and winter squash. Includes salt proportions per gallon of water soaking onions to curb strong flavor and shaving tips for peeling storing and sorting vegetables for even cooking with notes on using pepper to curb odor and the benefit of cooking vegetables with fresh meats.
In Washington the Nicaragua canal bill failed to gain a quorum amid a Senate confrontation as Mr. Vilas spoke in opposition for a third consecutive day. A House election case, Connell vs Swanson of Virginia, ended with Swanson seated after a party line viva voce confirmation despite a minority report urging vacancy.
Washington senate session features sharp exchanges over prohibiting intoxicants in the capitol and a lengthy Nicaragua canal dispute. Lodge leads to recommitment of the immigration bill as Vilas continues his extended opposition. house debates DC appropriations and approves two widows’ pensions while granting a further conference on immigration.
St Paul February 11 wheat No 1 Northern quoted 7 3 4 to 7 4 c No 2 Northern 7 2 3 4 c corn No 3 yellow 19 1 2 to 19 3 4 c No 3 18 1 2 c oats No 1 15 1 2 to 16 c barley and rye prices listed seed prices for flax timothy and clover noted hogs 3 07 1 2 to 3 25 cattle steady cows 2 25 to 3 50 stockers 3 40 steers 3 65 to 4 calves 2 45 to 4 10.
The Italian cruiser Etna landed marines and took 700 refugees from Canea to Syra. Official word says 30 killed in rioting, while 4000 Crete refugees arrive from Milo. Most Christian homes and consulate archives moved aboard warships as bluejackets and marines patrol the streets.
Important results follow Count Muravieff’s return from France. The visit is described as proving the wisdom of the imperial command amid intrigues aiming to strain Russo French relations and push Russia toward a tougher stance at Constantinople.
Washington reports the senate admitted Richard R. Kenney of Delaware to the Higgins seat, boosting Democratic representation to 40 and the chamber to its full quota of 10 Republicans independents 5 Democrats 40 Populists 6 total. Debates on the Nicaragua canal continued with no conclusion and the pension calendar saw about 30 bills acted on.
Sioux City reports that Citizens' Bank of Parker South Dakota claims bank officers are personally liable for deficiencies when country correspondents countermand orders and cause losses. It centers on a $1,500 currency shipment ordered before the failure of the Sioux City National Bank and allegedly countermanded by President James F. Toy, whose bank then closed. Proceedings seek recovery of the ordered sum.
A fifteen foot high twenty mile long ice gorge near Louisville breaks away, trapping New Orleans and Memphis packets and forcing layup. If vessels fail to seek tributaries the loss could be substantial.
Berlin reports that at a parliamentary dinner hosted by Finance Minister Dr. Miguel, Emperor William urged strengthening the German navy. The newspapers note the call underscores Germanys maritime ambitions amid ongoing naval buildup debates.
Toronto woolens firm Lockhart and Sons has assigned after suspending business. Liabilities total about 110000 dollars and assets about 112000 dollars, though assets are expected to fetch much less.
In Youngstown Ohio on February 9 the National Association of Railway Agents including freight and ticket agents cashiers chief clerks traveling freight and passenger agents solicitors and conductors convened to perfect a permanent organization and elect officers.
A collection of brief items: Frisco to build garbage crematories, Mexico adopts metric system, Northern Maine mail carriers skate, Washington forms arid land commission, California mustard crop reaches 16 million pounds, Emperor William’s palace hires 500 housemaids, Alaska miners earn 10 to 12 dollars daily, Pittsburg supplying Japan oil fields, St. Louis leads tobacco manufacture, Tokio to build elevated railways, Pittsburg streetcar wages cut, snow hauling locomotive built, Chiego photographers form group, Chicago roofers form organization, Spokane citizens plan Silesia emigration, 1323 unemployed New York workers, Cleveland bicycle plant to produce 10,000 wheels for British trade, Florida cane farmer nets 223 dollars per half acre, Berry County Michigan farmers to migrate to Texas, New York barbers call state convention for legislative aims.
In Windsor county Vermont the town of Baltimore, separated from Cavendish in 1793, shows a steady population decline from 275 to 59. It has no store church post office or cider mill and not a single notable event or distinguished resident remains. The few residents move away whenever possible and weddings have not occurred there for twenty years.
Chicago trading shows cash wheat prices for several grades and mixed gains in hogs and steady cattle values. Milwaukee notes firmer flourless markets with quiet spring wheat and soft corn, while oats weaken and barley lowers. Minneapolis previews a wheat February update as of Feb 11.
A brilliant banquet in New York by the Empire State Society of the Sons of the American Revolution celebrated the 119th anniversary of the signing of the treaty of alliance with France.
Swedish explorer Sven Hedin reports on Lake Nor in the Gobi Desert. The Tarim River brings silt into the lake during high water, pushing it southeast. Summer winds from the northeast dust the sky and also push the lake southward. Hedin notes the lake’s migration is not constant and shifts with changing conditions.
Free examinations offered for eye trouble with half rates for treatment and no hospital bills. A new cure for deafness is advertised with guaranteed eye operations at Paul Eye Far Infirmary Merrill Building St Paul Minnesota.
During a Kendall county will trial Judge B F Parks misquoted the Bible stating a false line about tempering wind. Judge Leland challenged him for chapter and verse. Parks replied he was addressing an intelligent jury of farmers who read the Bible and would not cite chapter and verse to the court.
A Washington Star humorous note records Willie Washington answering a question about skating methods. He says he can skate only two ways, standing up and sitting down, in a light exchange with a young woman.
In a Cleveland Leader item a domestic exchange notes a letter was posted without a stamp and found in the mail box. The mislaid mail led to questions about mail handling and stamp usage.
Advertisement touts No-To-Bac claiming 404000 cures and health benefits with 50 cent and 1 dollar guarantees. It markets the product to curb tobacco desire and claims savings and manhood improvements.
In Roley Kentucky Adair county six marriages occurred on a single day three in the morning and three in the afternoon. All couples became closely connected to Uncle Bob Tucker through birth and marriage while avoiding any direct kinship among the spouses. Names include Dunbar Hopkins Tucker Hood McWhorter and Pendleton with varied outcomes for each family. The event drew attention as a remarkable social anomaly reported by the Baltimore Sun.
Dr. John B. Driggs writes from Point Hope Alaska about returning as a medical missionary and notes Tigara’s stylish belle with jewelry including a safety pin dangling from one ear. The villagers express happiness at his return and the letter captures a vivid local scene.
A Cincinnati Enquirer item reports a man who exchanged his wife for a smoking pipe. Mrs. Ferry-Well resists allowing him to smoke indoors, sparking domestic fallout and social commentary on habits and loyalty.
A fine carriage doubles the pleasure of driving. Buyers of carriages or harness can save dollars by sending for the large free catalogue from the Elkhart Carriage and Harness Mfg Co Elkhart Indiana.
In Hamburg a dog is taxed by size, a small dog pays little tax and a large dog pays more. Cut Prices on Planet Jr Goods. We are the only seedsmen daring to cut Planet Jr Tools prices. The Planet Jr Combined Drill that others ask $9.00 for is sold at $6.90. Big catalogue, send me for post age. John A. Salter Seed Co., La Crosse, Wis.
Ten people from a Christian church party in Duluth Minnesota were injured when a sleigh crashed on a hill in charge of A W Curran. The horses bolted after horns were blown and the sleigh rolled over at First Street perilously.
Matt Reed of Little Falls Minnesota was arrested on a Casselton North Dakota warrant charging complicity in a November wheat theft near that city. Officer Ballard, with requisition papers signed by Governor Clough, departed for North Dakota today with Reed.
Winona Minn Special A verdict of guilty of burglary in the third degree was returned in the district court against Thomas Blagik.
A blaze in Winona Minnesota damaged a saloon and billiard hall owned by John Bambenek, with damages estimated at 900 dollars. The fire department responded and investigated the scene for the cause.
A Bangkok dispatch reports the German minister was attacked after his pony shied injuring a Chinaman. Police surrounded him, seized him, and hustled him to a station despite protests of rank. An American engineer and a British attache were assaulted as officials cried down with foreigners.
New York bankers and brokers Wayland Trask and Alfred H. Rankin were arrested on grand larceny charges. Brooklyn produce businessmen say Trask & Co. swindled them out of 5000 dollars via promissory notes.
London reports the Portuguese ministry has resigned and suggests Senor Luciano de Castro will reform the cabinet. A private telegram indicates Maj. McKinley will appoint J. Addison Porter of the Hartford Evening Post as secretary, though details remain unclear.
Estelline South Dakota special report notes railroad playes have endured severe hours with agents having two to four hours off daily. The author laments personal hardship, stating their experience was worse than others.
Experts warn that pearls exposed to soap and water lose luster and may peel. Even careful handling causes damage, so store in a closed box away from light and air. After weeks, or months, the gem may regain its beauty with proper rest treatment.
In a humorous overheard exchange from the Illustrated Monthly Mamie recalls a Christmas party joke about Arthur kissing under mistletoe that never occurred. Gertie reacts with disbelief as the joke is revealed to be about holly instead.
An unnamed visitor from Ruralville finds the town pleasant and homelike and wonders why many families left in recent months. A native counters by praising the local young ladies grass band, suggesting cultural charm as a draw.
In a dialog published in Illustrated Monthly, Ad mira declines a Christmas present from Mrs. Jobson, citing an inability to afford it as Jonathan Jobson explains the situation.
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