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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1901
Page
1
Tur lawmakers aligned with Lowry express anger after a thwarted attempt by Tom Lowry to win a senator seat, criticizing political deals and declaring the expected outcome unmet by resources or influence.
The excerpt notes a figure named Cleveland believing the nation can be saved, and hints he might desire the responsibility of saving it, reflecting a wishful ambition attributed to him.
R G Evans fought a clean campaign for senator and earned respect and honor in his loss. Observers say the party will reward him for his conduct and integrity in the race.
Frep C. Scherrman of St. Paul is appointed state oil inspector and Sam Fullerton named state game warden. Both are praised as excellent appointments.
After the senatorial contest ends, observers agree Moses R. E. Clapp was the ablest candidate and the legislature made the best possible choice for the position.
A proposed bill in the legislature would replace sheriffs fees with a fixed salary for all sheriffs statewide. The measure is unlikely to be popular with sheriffs.
Victoria, the most illustrious monarch of England, has passed away. Her death will be deeply regretted where noble womanhood is respected and honored.
Hon W A Fleming of this city expresses high gratification over Moses E Clapp's nomination and election to the U S Senate. Fleming recalls casting a lone vote for Clapp in the legislature several years ago.
A Tur Duluth contingent from the Sixth district boasted of backing Evans but failed to align with the senatorial outcome and other issues. The Mississippi river members resist the rush to print with imagined grievances.
The St. Paul Globe recounts a jubilant caucus scene as Moses E. Clapp’s nomination was secured with wide support. Books and papers flew, handkerchiefs waved, and Ferris of Brainerd banged a self binding file on a desk until it resembled 30 cents. The piece notes the popularity of long oval panels and mentions rebuilding work at Little Falls papers.
Moses E. Clapp was selected in caucus by Republican lawmakers to fill the unexpired term of Cushman K. Davis and then elected on Tuesday. The process followed a drawn out contest among four candidates, with Hon. A. F. Ferris noted as a key ally who supported Clapp throughout all ballots.
The Elks lodge committees prepare the first annual ball with Metropolitan Orchestra from St Paul headlining. Decorations will transform the hall into a fairy land while ladies in striking costumes attend. Light refreshments including ices cake and ice cream will be served by well dressed attendants, promising a season’s highlight.
A Woman's Exchange was organized in the city after a Monday afternoon meeting at Mrs. B A Ferris's home. Officers include President Mrs E I B McCullough and Vice President Mrs B A Ferris. The exchange opens Friday Feb 2 in Mrs H J Spencer's residence to sell women produced goods with 10 percent commission. An intelligence office will help girls and women seeking work.
A board of education special meeting last Saturday heard a report on Lincoln school heating alterations. The committee postponed action until an adjourned Wednesday session. The building committee discussed disposal of the old Sixth Street school site deeded in 1873 by Puget Sound Land Co. for school use. attorney advice was sought on sale eligibility. A Third ward protest over vaccination rules drew a large citizen delegation praising their country’s freedom, but the board remained firm. The adjourned meeting on Wednesday approved several heating plant alterations.
The Grand Rapids Herald notes Judge McClenahan read the jury charge with clear concise court instructions. The report emphasizes the judge’s impartiality and the lengthy but orderly presentation to the jury.
A 12 year old girl Annie Clark suffered a severe work accident at a family farm near the mill above the B. and M. railroad. She reached toward a fodder cutter while it ran, losing three fingers and a thumb and scraping flesh to the bone. She is hospitalized at St Joseph's Hospital under Dr. Bachellor care and improving. The article also notes the welcome of Rev. G W Gallagher as the new pastor at the First Congregational Church, with background on his education and career.
London observed grand medieval pageantry as Edward VII was proclaimed king with a 10 000 strong force marching from Alder-shot to central London. Officials read the proclamation at St James and Marlborough House while guards and officers stood in crimson onlookers lined the route. Governor Roberts attended with staff and the Prince of Wales appeared among the royal retinue on the balcony.
The program lists English Grammar Geography Arithmetic United States History Higher Algebra Solid Geometry and history exams through January 30 with make up or timing notes. Grade examinations run January 23 to 26 and promotions occur January 30. Six year olds may enter first grade January 30 with good reason, else by February 15 no new first graders.
Mrs. C Dressen of Seventh Street South reports severe back pain and painful bending but after using Doan's Kidney Pills experiences cure. The ad notes the pills cost 50 cents a box and are sold at McFadden Drug Co Johnson's Pharmacy and other druggists with Foster Milburn Co as sole U S agents.
Fire destroyed the Hotel Buckman in Little Falls early Saturday at 2 30 am. Built in 1893 by Senator C B Buckman and Jerome McKusker for about 40000, it carried 3200 insurance. Guests escaped in night clothes as owners vow not to rebuild. several individuals report losses ranging from 100 to 400 dollars in personal effects and small items.
Marie A. Canan advertises medallions shaped in oval circles or oblong forms available to order in plain or tinted finishes.
Special notice announces today the arrival of beautiful new organdies in plain and figured effects. Suitable fabrics for ball and party dresses are now available. Henry I. Conkyn is identified with the notice in Cal. Bably.
The annual Library Association ball to raise funds will be held Thursday evening January 31. Great citizens are urged to buy tickets and attend. Floor managers are J P Early R J Hartley F B Johnson W A M Johnston P J Murphy H W Isham H Linneman and W S Cox. The Y M C A board issues a resolution exonerating W A Glazier from a scurrilous letter incident.
List of uncalled letters including Anderson John Holmes Wallace Bailey Katie Lavalla Mrs Adeline Bank to Hilda Martin J Banke George Maki Fanny Benson Jennie Olson Barre Calkins Mre Chas Pina Mra W Debounce John McCarley Joba Dieeth Ole Roberte Mre J M Douglass Joe Ross Richard Emmerson Ge Sheffer Nathan Eden George Tough 8am Erickson George Treat Mre VG Geist John Thompson Math Hosting John Weeley Clinton J Hamilton A K Wicliniks Paul Hidden George Yatckovsky Mary Horne Robt Call and see samples of beautiful color work at Marie A Canan's studio.
The funeral of the late queen is scheduled to be held at Windsor Castle on February 2 with military character as desired by the queen. The body will be moved from Osborne House on February 1, officials from Windsor arrived with state regalia, carried in a baize bag, and a 21 gun naval salute was fired at noon in Cowes in honor of King Edward VII.
Hamburg January 25 The Dowager Empress Frederick remains in satisfactory condition. She has not suffered recent pain, though no improvement is implied. Her majesty endures sorrow and personal loss from the queen’s death with notable fortitude.
The Nickel Plate road models itself as the popular route to the 1901 Pan American Exposition with praised service and courteous train crews. Prospective travelers are urged to buy tickets via Nickel Plate and contact John Y. Calahan, Chicago, for arrangements. Prof Bruns will be at the Arlington Hotel on the 29th and 30th offering free eye examinations.
Thousands are urged to seek exile for lung ailments, but Dr Kings New Discovery promises at home relief for coughs colds and throat and lung diseases. First dose relief and lasting cures reported. Trial bottles free at McFadden DrugCo and H P Dunn Co. bottles 50 cents and 1.00 guaranteed.
The Nickel Plate road touts its Pan-American Exposition route as the shortest link between Chicago and Buffalo with through vestibuled sleeping cars and uniform porters. Dining cars offer Peerless Trio meals from 35 cents to 1.00, plus American Club meals. Contact John Y. Calahan, General Agent, Chicago. Also advertises Rocky Mountain Tea, dental services by Dr. Ribbel, and a dental product claim.
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