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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1894
Page
2
A dispatch from Brainerd reports heavy losses in the Brazil conflict with twenty officers and two hundred men killed. The note predicts ongoing activity may extend a few years, potentially bringing the war to a close.
A Pittsburg young man shot his father twice in a bizarre attempt to force him to eat pie with a fork. The odd motive is linked to calls for refined social culture beyond Ward McAllister's circle.
The article notes repeated threats against Queen Victoria, describing long exposure to such attentions. It comments on her advanced age and frames threats as a test of endurance, linking risk to longevity in a tongue in cheek manner.
Fires in the world's fair structures grow frequent and point to incendiary origin. Officials consider immediate demolition to cut soaring protection costs versus the remaining value of the buildings.
A second edition of the Siamese twins now on display in Hong Clow features two well formed six year old boys bound together by tissue near the midsection. They are nearly identical in appearance and size, presenting a striking likeness.
The French bomb thrower Vaillant appears to inspire imitators in Paris. A recent restaurant attack left multiple dead and mangled. The executioner is expected to face a heavy workload if such homicidal mania continues.
Miss Harriett Ann Tebbutt died in London. She joined Florence Nightingale at the outbreak of hostilities in the Crimea, served as Superintendent of the General Hospital throughout the war, and continued hospital work in English cities for many years.
The University of Wisconsin obtained an early Edison dynamo from the Edison exhibit at the world’s fair. Made in 1879 at Menlo Park, it remains serviceable and demonstrates the principles of the first dynamos.
Chicago papers fear losing population and area to a New York annexation scenario and fear Gotham satire. The pieces note proposed annexation humor from New York papers rivaling Chicago skits, yet none stand out as sharp as Gotham wit.
Mr Redmond, an Irish leader in Britain, argues Gladstone could win a large majority if he appeals to the people. The Commons backs the premier on the Irish question, but the Lords remain the obstacle, unaffected by elections.
Geologists say the great oaks of Waverly Massachusetts are remnants of a peak forest dating to the tenth century. An adjacent elm is nearly dismantled, and only Ipswich preserves a comparably venerable New England oak.
Billy Deutsch once known as the man who broke the bank of Monte Carlo has died in Denver in extreme poverty. His exploits at the famous gambling den made him wealthy but he spent freely and gambled recklessly. His end underscores the dangers of sudden wealth gained by questionable means.
Mrs Rebecca Ann Lichnuer near New May HL is believed oldest living woman in Illinois or the U.S. Born December 18 1776 she is over 117. Of Norwegian descent her father served as a Norwegian army officer. Married 1800 with eight children youngest Samuel age 15. Immigrated 1820 drew land from government. Early Illinois Indian experiences described as adventurous. She is now feeble and nearing end.
A decree by President Jorge Monat of Chile accelerates plans to tunnel a rail link across the Andes to connect Chile with Argentina. Until completion in six to eight years a mountain summit stretch between Juncal and the Argentine-Chilean lines will be improved at a projected cost of 88 070 dollars, with bids invited to enhance the dangerous Suesta de los Caracobs section.
A naval board considers Capt. Mc Dougall's proposal to employ whaseback steamers in naval operations. Mint officials anticipate gold production may reach a fifteen year high in 1805. Seabriskie resigns as melter refiner at Carson City mint. McCook orders withdrawal of troops along the Mexican border. Liliuokalani's restoration looks unlikely as opponents push for executions. Beard's postmaster nomination at Dinville HL withdrawn amid opposition. Carlisle seeks congressional action on suspending further private gold certificate issues.
A compilation of brief notices reports the deaths of Charles J. Gwyn in Baltimore a Democrat involved in 1876 campaign planning John B Lamont in Cortland Indiana John Haley Spears at Petersburg Wisconsin a Lincoln friend Princess Colonna in a Paris divorce plighting arrives in New York Billy Deutsch noted Monte Carlo gambler dies in Denver after winning 600000 in Europe Mrs Charlotte A Belding of Amsterdam granddaughter of Benedict Arnold dies in Northville Michigan at 77 Prof Riley from the agricultural department comments on senses of bugs and B F Fisher Jr at Penn State records a 2633 pound lift Mrs Thomas A Edison praised for literary gifts if she applies herself niece of Emily Huntington Miller John Collins dies in New York once connected with EF Collins founder of Collins Steamship in 1849 rival to Cunard line.
The casualty record notes several fires and accidents including a blaze in Cross near Ok. and a damaged Wabash Railroad depot at Por rost, TIL. A fire in Geneva Ohio destroyed several business houses with a $10,000 loss. A Colt factory fire in Stratford, SY caused $150,000 in damage. John Weatherwax was killed by a train at Portsmouth. The fishing schooner Fortune wrecked near Race Point with two drowned. Mrs Shireman burned to death at Martinsville Indiana. A Denver Rio Grande passenger train derailed at Palmer Springs. A tobacco warehouse and steamboat in Henderson Kentucky suffered substantial losses. A Mississippi Alabama cyclone leveled homes. The Halifax brigantine W S Gordon crew were stranded at Liverpool. hull and cargo insured for $34,800.
The report lists lynching in Tennessee, forgery arraignment in Indiana, robbery in Iowa, executions or whippings in Delaware and Oklahoma, assaults in Georgia and Tennessee, a Birmingham murder, and various other crimes. It notes suspects arrested, trials pending, and sentences planned or carried out, with locations including Elk Valley Lafayette Chatsworth New Castle Rush Springs Athens Clyde Napoleon Grenfell Rockford Bushnell Pittsburg Georgetown Carthage Briceville Hardin County and more.
Part of Konigsburg in East Prussia is flooded by the Pregel river. The Turkish government releases two Armenian American citizens at the request of the United States minister. Mr Gladstone plans to abolish parish councils and the liability bills for employees.
A discarded waiter detonated a bomb in a Paris cafe wounding fifteen and killing one as he claimed the act was to avenge Vaillant. London telegram notes Corbett vs Jackson purse offer remains open.
Reports from Peoria Hill Kansas of a fatal small pox case and snowdrifts reaching twenty feet. Two small pox cases in South Hammond Indiana. Cincinnati society guests attend a circus. San Francisco Midwinter fair may run to October 1. Niagara Falls ice bridge longest on record. Unemployed men in Indiana refuse snow shoveling. Grocers meet in Peoria Illinois to form a state group. Grand Army men favor Atlanta as national convention site. National Association of Builders in Boston. Canton Newfoundland defendant in $5,000 suit. Threats against Freeport Illinois banker for $700. Silver and gold ore claimed near Brazil Indiana. Bread price war in Valparaiso Indiana. Standard Oil deposits tax debt money at Crown Point Indiana and will sue. Victor of Chicago loses injunction against Victor's Vaudevilles in Cincinnati. St Paul chamber protests income tax. Woburn Massachusetts converts baptized during three week revival. Martin Mohler on wheat in Northwest counties says crop fine. Charleston Chamber of Commerce against income tax and Patterson bill. Missouri supreme court declines to reopen Jacob Braun case. Pittsburg moves to merge United States Oil with other firms. Phoenix White Lead and Color of San Francisco assigns, liabilities $30,000. M. Simon & Bro Altoona clothing firm fails. Executions totaling $25,000 placed. About twenty foreign insurers in Ohio join tax license case. Severe cold damages peach crop in Central Illinois. grapes and apples damaged. R B Mettown missing from Berkeley California. possible foul play. Mad dog scare at Naperville Illinois. fifteen dogs bitten.
William Larkin an Irish immigrant died at sixty in St Marys hospital leaving an estate of 100000 to Eliza Kavanagh widow of his late friend. He had lived in squalor at 130712 Polk street and saved every penny while his one companion was a small library. The will drawn by ex Judge Sullivan left nearly all to Mrs Kavanagh with small sums for a coffin masses and a tombstone. The case raises questions about possible earlier wills and any Irish relatives who may contest the bequest.
Chris Evans the Fresno jail escapee and partner Edward Morrell were found in Visalia. Surrounded by a sheriff posse the pair surrendered after negotiations. Evans and Morrell had two Winchester rifles and pistols, with crowds forming in town and threats of lynching if removed.
The president transmits another chapter of Hawaii related letters. Willis defends peaceful aims, cites threats of mob violence, and says he had only three talks with Liliuokalani. He denies constant contact and notes advisers denied his statements.
Larsing February 20 The governor removes Secretary of State Joch im Treasurer Hambitzer and Land Commissioner Berry. The board of state canvassers faces blame for raises boosting salaries State treasurer and superintendent of instruction from 1000 to 1000 secretary of state and land commissioner to 2000 each lieutenant governor from three dollars per day to 1200 annually attorney general from 2000 to 3000 per year and the 1801 raise to 2500. Returns of the vote on that amendment were reported doctored after reaching Lansing to show a favorable outcome.
Report confirms the Nicaragua Navigation steamer Millard was lost off the Nicaragua coast. All sixty men aboard perished, with a London cable confirming the disaster and a Greytown source relaying the news to a visiting English charter holder in New Orleans.
The twelve anarchists arrested in September face trial for conspiring against Emperor Francis Joseph. The court fast tracks secrecy despite defense pleas for publicity. The case is hailed as a historic and sensational example of anarchist activity linked to European and American movements.
Matthew Ashten, labeled Rock county murderer of his aunt, died in the Dane county jail after contracting smallpox. No new cases were reported, and the incident ends a period of illness among inmates in Madison Wisconsin.
Barboursville Ky Feb 20 The 1 000 000 hotel at Middlesboro erected in the palmy days of the magic city is advertised by the receiver for sale on March 12 a sale likely to attract bidders from across the region.
Grand Army department commander Sam Kh Van Sant and his wife leave for a month to campaign for St Paul as the 1895 national encampment site. He will visit Montana Oregon Washington and California en route to bolster support and secure the prize for the capital city while at the San Francisco midwinter fair.
John Benda a Howard county farmer is jailed for selling diseased meat after hogs died of unknown causes. He dressed the hog carcasses and sold the pork to Cresce and Ridgway butchers, prompting arrest and a default fine. Authorities say this may not be his first offense.
Secretary of Agriculture J Sterling Morton was hanged in effigy at his hometown Nebraska City last night. The perpetrators are not known.
Belle Plaine Iowa February 17 H C Sanford a village businessman is charged with assaulting with intent to outrage and administering a drug to Mrs J Martin. Martin stabbed Sanford who is recovering Sanford says Mrs Martin was intoxicated and he was taking her home
A large mob of Italians and Poles seized a supply store in Bessemer after notices refused aid to those with surplus provisions. W J Haggerson and a 15-man armed group fled to the woods as a posse formed in Ironwood to restore order. David Foley offered to go to Bessemer to quell the disturbance.
Chicago markets show wheat May at 59 1 2 cents and corn May at 37 1 2 cents with oats around 29 1 4. Minneapolis February close features May and July openings and highs, while cattle receipts hold steady with prime steers about 4.75 to 4.10 dollars and hogs trading around 4.60 to 5.25. St Paul notes light hogs and steady cattle prices with demand fair and prices firm compared with last week.
John W. Hayes released a notice stating Parothers Powerly past master workman A W Wright and John Devlin of the former executive board have sued the Knights of Labor for owed balances. The order vows to meet any just claims if court decrees indebtedness.
Minneapolis hosts the Minnesota G A R state encampment at Harmonia Hall with a two day session focusing on officer elections pension issues and investigations into pension frauds. Committees are named and a national encampment delegation is planned for Pittsburg 1895 in St Paul. The event features W R C meetings and a Lyceum theater campfire closing ceremony.
In St Peter's Rome Pope Leo XIII presided at a closing jubilee mass followed by Te Deum. The event, arranged by the jubilee committee, drew about 50 000 worshippers from sixty thousand tickets issued. The pope entered in the sedia gestatoria at 9 40 accompanied by a cardinal and bishop cortege as crowds cheered.
At the Arid Lands convention in San Francisco on February 10 the body passed a resolution asking Congress to grant all arid lands within state bounds to the states and territories for irrigation, with sale conditions to keep lands for actual settlers. An attempt to pledge support for federal control failed. Ad journed sine die.
The Napoleon statue erected in 1854 by Englishmen in Boulogne has been blown down and broken to pieces.
Davis Mining Company of Negaunee files attachments against Weston Furnace Company of Manistique Michigan in Chicago. The suit alleges the furnace company owes $11,454 to the mining firm.
New York reports Bill Nye is dying and lying ill at the Hotel Imperial Niagara Falls. His manager has canceled all engagements for the next week.
Four Irish immigrants testify to affidavits filed before U S immigration authorities naming John Wannamaker of Philadelphia and Mrs Hart wife of Dr Ernest Hart editor of the Medical Record London as principal figures The affidavits allege contracts to come to the United States and work under Mrs Hart manager of a Wannamaker department The case may involve violation of alien contract labor laws and warrants a thorough investigation by immigration officials
Information from Pine Ridge reports several Indian deaths this winter from the grip but not wholesale casualties. Despite ongoing illness the Pine Ridge Indians are described as contented and happy overall.
The senate committee on Indian affairs offered a favorable report on the bill to sell the unsold portion of the Umatilla reservation in Oregon.
Typhoid fever sweeps Little Rock as John Tait loses son Hoyt, aged eighteen, and his wife dies the following night. Only a ten year old daughter remains. Hoyt had life insurance for 2,000 dollars and the company approved payout on proof.
Capt G S Van Sant of Winona was chosen unanimously as Minnesota G A R commander for the coming year. Gen J H Mullen withdrew his name and received applause as Capt Van Sant was elected. Other officers elected include A H Reed as senior vice commander and J K Mertz to continue as adjutant general. Delegates to the national encampment at Pittsburg were selected from districts across the state. The encampment pledged to support St Paul for the 1895 gathering and per capita tax was set at 40 cents.
In Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania on February 15 rescue teams faced another roof collapse at 3 PM. The mine’s interior was wrecked, fissures opened on the surface, and nearby homes risk collapse. Authorities fear all workers are dead from crushing or suffocation after the latest disaster.
Washington February 15 Senators West Jones Gorman Ransom and Cockrell met in a senate appropriation committee room seeking a unified Democratic stance on the tariff bill. They consulted other Democrats as the sugar schedule drew the most attention and it is likely a sugar duty of a cent a pound may emerge.
Carlo Rhieman, attendant at Col Daniel Boone's wild animal show, was mauled by three lions last night. The crowd panicked as lanterns were brought and Col Boone entered the cage to drive off the beasts and rescue the injured man.
The house committee on public lands voted to favorably report Representative Hartman’s bill to determine title to mineral lands in Montana and Idaho within Northern Pacific land grants. Presidents appoint commissioners to examine and classify lands for mineral character and reject Northern Pacific claims on mineral lands, excluding coal and iron, with final Commission decisions.
The president acted on pardons and commutations in several cases. A B Johnson of Missouri was denied for false pension affidavit. James F Newcomb of Texas was granted for incest. Jusus Black of Connecticut had post office burglary commuted to two years. John B Smith of Arizona was granted for adultery. F H Vanroesen of Ohio was granted for perjury.
Treasurer Rosenkrans on behalf of the county has obtained a writ of attachment against Receiver Hill’s bank property though no levy has occurred. The assignee has not supplied bonds and a few private depositors express unease.
Washington February 17 The senate tariff subcommittee sits late into the night as Democratic members confer repeatedly. Despite progress on minor retail provisions, key questions including the income tax remain unsettled, with no plan to change it. Indications point to whisky tax rising to 1.40 dollars per gallon and longer bonded periods, though committees disagree.
From Col quitt county comes news of a double tragedy. Irene Byrd, an employee of Mr Brice, was attacked by John Cooper during a land dispute. Cooper fired a pistol after Byrd struck him with a club, and Byrd lay dying as Cooper fell dead.
Ex congressman A Kerr Smith dies at 79 in Lancaster Pennsylvania from complications of diseases. He served in the Forty third through Forty eighth Congresses.
London telegraph notes a leading article predicting laws will carry such reasonableness as to make it difficult for ministers to pick a quarrel with them. The comment reflects concern over a growing consensus restricting harsh action against Paris.
Sheriff O'Brien arrested John F. Dufur of Sanborn Dufur and Anderson on perjury charges. The firm has filed about forty suits against the city to block collection of special paving and sewer taxes. Mayor O Keefe swore out the warrant, and other plaintiffs may face arrest. Dufur says the action aims to intimidate clients, and he expects acquittal.
Fond du Lac Wisconsin report states the Winnebago Furniture company will restart operations after almost four months of idleness. The plant will employ 250 workers with wages reduced by 10 to 20 percent.
In St. Croix Falls Wisconsin on February 17 a notable incident arose from the arrest of photographers F W Purcell and Frank Harris who had recently moved from Clear Lake. Harris faced a board bill charge and both men were taken to Clear Lake by Under Sheriff Jones. Their portable gallery was locked up and many customers who paid deposits are anxious about their orders.
Congress negotiations continue with debate unresolved. Bland may seek closure tomorrow, while opponents demand a quorum including those in favor. Raynor and Democrats push to thwart passage. Tracy predicts final passage but not veto stance. Senate focuses on Rock Island Railroad bill and Hawaiian resolution as minor business proceeds.
In Washington on February 16 the vice president broke a 27 to 27 Senate tie to require Rock Island Railroad to halt trains to Enid and Round Pond. The vote followed weeks of debate with a rejected woman suffrage amendment and a late adjournment as the Bland seigniorage bill faced quorum issues.
Washington reports the senate adjourned after two days debating W H Peckham of New York for associate justice. The nomination failed 32 to 41 with detailed roll calls showing party splits and paired votes. The piece notes a filibuster over silver seigniorage and a house resolution to contact absentees.
Democratic members of the senate finance committee delayed reporting the tariff bill as they push for concessions and revisions. A subcommittee member said the bill might not be reported until early next week with sugar and other items awaiting decisions. The house also pursued the silver seigniorage bill, with Mr. Bland hopeful for a quorum to order the previous question.
President nominates Senator Edward D. White of Louisiana for the U S Supreme Court to fill Justice Blatchford's vacancy. Senate confirmation follows quickly, making White the youngest appointee with a 21 year term ahead. White, born in Louisiana, had a varied career including service in the Confederate army and state and federal positions.
In eastern Mitchell county farmers were swindled by a cloth racket. Victims paid cash or notes and received a roll of cloth as a sample. A supposed tailor planned to tailor for $3 but the bundle hid cheap shoddy goods and the tailor did not appear.
A free for all fight in a Bandiceax saloon in Sioux Falls occurred after James Broderick barred supporters of the A P A. A doctor present joked about the ban, Broderick struck him, a brawl ensued, Mullen was hit with a billy, and Broderick felled him. No arrests have been made and none will be.
Firat Navigar of the Sea Dead Bayfield Wisconsin February 16 Captain J D Angus pioneer of the Lake Superior Legion died at La Pointe on Madeline Island yesterday. He was 81 and helped found the region's early development. He sailed the first vessel over the falls of the Soo in the 1840s and remained active in marine life for years. He had been unable to work for several years and was nearly the last of the early settlers at the west end of Lake Superior.
Brooklyn jury returns verdict of guilty against Mikane on conspiracy to falsify election returns. Prison term ranges from two to ten years with sentence to be imposed by the court.
Reports from Buenos Ayres and Rio Janeiro detail Jose Mariano’s escape to Parahyba where he leads an outbreak. President Peixoto orders Gen. Castro Leite to arrest Pernambuco Governor Barbosa de Lima on suspicion of plans for a northern republic with himself as president.
London reports Capt. Lloyd Francis interview claiming British South Africa Company forces killed wounded Matabele, many naked and helpless, after orders to take no prisoners and shoot any native encountered.
London February 16 F G Selous the South African hunter known for the Matabele campaign has begun a libel suit against Henry Labouchere MP alleging mis representation in Truth about statements on the Matabele war and Selous role in it.
The city schools will stay closed for six weeks to allow pupils to be vaccinated. Upon reopening no student will be admitted without vaccination certificate. Many parents oppose the order.
In Milwaukee on February 16 a petition was filed in US court seeking modification of Judge Jenkins fracas strike order. Representing railroad organizations, the petition asks relief from the previously issued injunction.
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