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Brainerd Dispatch

Location

Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1897

Page

3

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.

Mrs. C H Guise Praises Dr Williams Pink Pills

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.

C. H. Guise Central Avenue Minneapolis Tribune C. H. Guist T. E. Axonews Hennepin Co Minn Williams Dr. Oe Melicine Company Schenectady N. Y

Cause of the Row at Christmas Dinner

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.

Sambo Philadelphia

Tattooed Man Exhibit Draws Crowds in Dime Museum

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.

Chicago Times-Herald

Weary Watkins and Dusty Rhodes Punchline Exchange

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.

Weary Watkins Dusty Rhodes New York Press

Bliss before and after and a Jefferson Adams note

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.

Mrs. Brown House of Representatives United States Thomas Jefferson Aaron Burr John Quincy Adams Andrew Jackson

To Cure a Cold in One Day Ad

Cure a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. Price 25 cents.

Napkins Impresses Landlord With Rent Reduction

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.

Boston

Brother Tom played with your football team

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.

Tom Boston Traveler

An Unusual Combination in Detroit News Quip

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.

Howard Detroit News

Bloomers Debate Echoes in Witty Exchange

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.

Miss von Eikenstein Mr. Pennyfellow

Glass pipes and mysterious needle ordeal across cities

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.

Detroit Germany

Battle of the Nile reshapes European power balance

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.

Nelson Nile Bonaparte Europe Italy Austria United States France Russia Naples Mediterranean Black Sea Ionian Islands India Bombay Sardinia Two Sicilies East India Company London Palermo Zante Baron Nelson the Nile Aboukir Howe Hood St. Vincent

Innocent Suspect Sealed Into Asylum Amid Rush

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.

Insane Asylum Cincinnati Enquirer

A Straight Line Route Sparks Great Railroad

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.

Russia St. Petersburg Moscow

The Brute and the Baby Gobbles Likely Love

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.

John London

Crowded Boston Streets Said to Block Heaven

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.

Sam Jones Boston Heaven

Fort Scott building sold for 100 dollar mortgage

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.

Ft. Scott, Kas United States

Fragmented Voice on Wealth and Blessing

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.

Kangaroo Hunting in Australia Described by Hunters

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.

Bretes Austr Australia

A Lamp in His Pocket on the Elevated Road

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.

New York Sun

Potatoes with Fingers United by Manner Illusion

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.

United States America

Prosecution Feigns Disguise as Beard Evidence Emerges

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.

Western Foundry Company Chicago Kickham Scanlan Scanlan

Hypnotism Claims in Daily Life and a Dakota Divorce Case

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.

Winter Vegetables Cooking Tips and Techniques

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.

Parliamentarian Skirmish Delays Nicaragua Canal Vote

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 Friends of Vilas Friends Friends of the Bill Cornett Virginia Swanson

Senate Debates Immigratio n Bill and Nicaragua Canal Clash

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.

Washington Senate Morrill Capitol Hill Lodge Vilas Nicaragua Canal District of Columbia J. B. Carr John Hough Danford Ohio House South Pass Pass l’Outre Mississippi River Sherman California Mississippi

Market report notes wheat corn and livestock prices

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.

St. Paul Steeth St. Paul

Canea Burnings Prompt European Naval Action

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.

Canea Etna Syra Crete Milo

Return of Count Muravieff Signals Russian France Ties

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.

France St. Petersburg Muravieff Russia Constantinople

Senate Advances Kenney Seat Amid Controversy in Del

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.

Washington Senate Richard R. Kenney Delaware Higgins Nicaragua Canal Caffrey

Bank officials liable for losses from countermanded orders

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.

South Dakota Sioux City Iowa Citizens’ Bank of Parker Sioux City National Bank James F. Toy

Ice Gorge Breaks Free Blocking River Passage

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.

Louisville New Orleans Memphis

German Emperor Pushes Navy Expansion at Dinner

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.

Billy Berlin William Miguel

Lockhart & Sons Woolens Assigns in Toronto

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.

Toronto Ont Messrs. Lockhart & Sons, Woolens

Railway Agents Meet in Youngstown to Form Permanent Group

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.

Youngstown Ohio National Association of Railway Agents

Labor and Industry Notes Snapshot from 19th Century Reports

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.

Maine Washington Arid Land Commission California Emperor William's Palace Pittsburg Japan St. Louis Tokio Chiego Chicago Spokane Silesia New York Cleveland Florida Berriza County Mich Texas

Baltimore Vermont a Queer Town With No Events

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.

Vermont Windsor County United States Baltimore Cavendish Battleboro Boston Evening Transcript

Markets Report From Grain and Livestock Centers

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.

Chicago Texas Milwaukee Minneapolis

Patriots Banquet at Delmonico's honors alliance with France

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.

New York Delmonico’s Empire State Society of the Sons of the American Revolution France

Wandering Lake Nor Moves Across Gobi Desert

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.

Central Asia Sven Hedin Lake Nor Gobi Desert Tarim River

Paul Eye Far Infirmary Notice in St. Paul Minn

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.

Paul Eye & Far Infirmary Merrill Bidg St. Paul, Minn

Lawyer Prevented Himeoift From Being a Shorn Lamb

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.

Himeoift B. F. Parks Aurora Kendall County Leland Parks

Two Skate Methods Cited by Willie Washington

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.

Willie Washington Washington Star

Letter Posted Without Stamp Found In Box

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.

Biddy Cleveland

No-To-Bac Urges Regulation For Tobacco Use

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.

Six Weddings in One Kentucky Town Spark Matrimonial Shuffle

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.

Yolng Roley Adair County Kentucky Dunbar Nora Tucker Robert Hood Minnie McWhorter W. S. Hopking Ada McWhorter McWhorters Hopkins Dunbars Cheifs

An Alaskan Costume

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.

John B. Driggs Point Hope Alaska Tigara

Man Trades Wife for a Pipe in Household Row

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.

Emily

Doubles the Pleasure of a Drive Carriage Ad

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.

Elkhart Carriage and Harness Mfg. Co Elkhart Ind

Price Cut on Planet Jr Tools by Salter Seed Co

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.

Hamburg John A. Salter Seed Co la Crosse Wis

A Wild Ride Ten Duluth People Narrowly Escape Death

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.

Duluth Minn Christian Church A. W. Curran Board of Trade Livery First Street

Wheat Thief Arrested in Casselton Case Transfer

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.

Little Falls Minn Matt Reed Casselton N. D Ballard Clough North Dakota Reed

Convicted of Burglary in Winona District Court

Winona Minn Special A verdict of guilty of burglary in the third degree was returned in the district court against Thomas Blagik.

Winona, Minn Thomas Blagik

Fire at Winona Damages Saloon and Hall

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.

Winona, Minn., Special John Bambenek

German Minister at Bangkok Sub jected to Indignities

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.

Bangkok New York Herald Legation

Swindling Charge Against Wayland Trask Firm

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.

New York Wayland Trask Alfred H. Rankin Wayland Trask & Co Brooklyn Trask & Co

Resignation of Portuguese Ministry and McKinley Appointment

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.

London Senor Luciano de Castro New York Stan J. Addison Porter Hartford

Local rail service shaken by long shifts in Estelline

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.

Pearl kings and the rest cure for gem care

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.

Joke at Arthur’s Christmas party misdated mistletoe

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.

Mamie Arthur Gertie

Inexperienced Visitor Praises Ruralville Homey Appeal

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.

Ruralville

Selfish. Jobson Declines Christmas Gift

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.

Jobson Admira

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