This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 51 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1896
Page
2
A column of assorted clippings and wry commentary covers everything from Paris church music injunctions to Spanish colonial governance. It notes Sydney fines for spitting, English births and deaths, literary trends, new scientific terms, and political chatter with a detached, satirical tone.
The French senate proves itself more powerful than the British Lords while remaining a distinct second chamber. It will likely become more self-assertive, ending any illusion that the Chamber of Deputies could be as omnipotent as the British Commons in a crisis.
Abner T. Longley longtime head of the publication division at the agricultural department in Washington has died at age 74. A Wisconsin native and well known Mason, he served thirty years in government service. Lieutenant Ross, formerly of the revenue cutter Corwin, has filed serious charges with the secretary of the treasury against Captain Munger alleging drunken conduct during much of the Behring Sea patrol.
Rear Admiral Fyffe and several prominent figures including Senor Lopez, Gen Davidson, John Waldron aka Paul Allen, Alanzan Weed, Gen David Morrison and Mrs W A Austin die in New York Omaha and Brooklyn. Reports cover portraits of the German emperor in London, Pope Leo XII advice, and Depew remarks. Also noted are sugar bag shifts from Santo Domingo to Calcutta, Honduran unification, Liberian colonization efforts, deportations from Mexico, Italian troop movements, and a Bermuda seizure with Cuban filibusters.
A montage of disasters and incidents reports multiple fires, drownings, assaults, and accidents across the U.S. including Bryce Week in Port Huron and a tenement fire in Brooklyn that killed two children, a drowning at Clyffeside Park, and a fire at the Grace Presbyterian church in St Louis.
Reporters describe a chaotic scene at Barcelona where men attacked the United States Consulate and shattered windows. In Washington the Spanish ultimatum to mobilize naval forces deepens calls in Congress for decisive intervention in Cuba and independence for insurgents. The mood in both chambers is strongly pro intervention. The White House signals unity with Congress in backing swift action.
Madrid reports intense public wrath with Madrid Barcelona and Valencia scenes of anti American protests. Authorities brace for disorders while navy and army prepare for possible Cuban expedition. Students lead demonstrations shouting death to Uncle Sam as Spain vows strong action.
Whitefidest and Crow Creek leaders with John Flourny and IsyY, on advise of a council with Sioux delegates, telegraphed the Indian affairs commissioner at Chamberlain requesting immediate payment of $198,000 owed for land per capita shortfalls and other adjustments. The delegation seeks prompt justice and warns of continued patience ending in action.
A Washington dispatch reports President Cleveland will not seek a new nomination even with guaranteed election. The cabinet informant says John G Carlisle of Kentucky is the president’s chosen successor, with Secretary Olney mentioned but dismissed. Rebels are routed.
News from Managua dated March 4 reports six hours of fighting at Matearis and Nag arole where government forces led by Generals Paiz and Estrada routed Ortiz's rebels. About 1,000 rebels faced roughly the same number of government troops with 500 killed or wounded on the rebel side and lighter government losses.
A large crowd of native Cubans and Americans gathered in Warner hall to mark the Cuban patriots uprising anniversary. Speakers denounced Spain and praised the American government as the House of Representatives granted insurgents belligerent rights.
At a St Louis meeting March 4 representatives from non affiliate tobacco firms agreed to follow Drummond and Liggett Meyers in creating cigarettes independent of the American Tobacco company. Attendees included P Porillard Jr of Lorillard Jer sey City NJ F H Ray Middleton Ohio P J Sorg Middleton Ohio Col W C Wetmore Liggett Meyers and John Drummond Drummond.
Baraboo Wisconsin on March 4 reports that the Baraboo Savings Bank founded in 1889 by F T Brewster has begun voluntary liquidation. Depositors are asked to withdraw before April 1 as the bank winds up its affairs after failed profitability under current management and stockholder J M Jenks of Minneapolis authorized the move.
Spain moved quickly to atone for mob violence in Barcelona offering full reparation and protection for the U S legation after Spain disavowed the incident. Reports from Madrid say authorities suppressed disturbances and maintained order with a large police force.
Mrs. A B Cody missing for a month is found in the Tacoma Washington outskirts. The body lies kneeling with a bullet wound in the right temple and a revolver in hand. Her husband ceased the search Friday and began the trip home to Chicago.
Berlin dispatch reports Russia asks the porte to expel all English and American missionaries from Asia Minor. The move follows cooperation with Russia in the regional policy and affects foreign missions in the area.
Ole Anderson Aga, a 35 year old Scandinavian, killed himself at his home in the town of Pigeon. He cut his throat and hanged himself in his barn, with sickness given as the cause.
March 4 in Madras reports a rising of Maplan fanatics with violence. British forces attacked a large party yesterday and killed about a hundred.
An immense ice gorge on the New York Central & Hudson River tracks between Hudson and Albany blocks rail service. Ten foot ice walls wash out 700 feet of track and telegraph poles. Laborers repair the damage, with trains expected to resume in about three days. Through trains rerouted via Harlem and Boston & Albany. Empire State Express runs on Hudson division to Chatham and Albany. Ferries at Kingston Newburgh and Esbema operate. Municipal election in Vienna returns 32 anti mites and 14 Liberals.
Reports from Guatao ten miles from Havana describe a wholesale massacre of unarmed civilians after a rebel retreat at Punta Barara. Refugees say Spaniards fired promiscuously killing peaceful inhabitants, sending the area into terror and mass flight.
Milwaukee type report states Minneapolis Terminal Elevator A2 burned, causing about 700000 dollars in loss. The grain, totaling 1075000 bushels with 376000 dollars insured, included 207000 bushels owned by Washburn Crosby and the rest by G W Van Dusen. Fire began at 7 15 with walls failing as wind shifted. Firemen saved adjacent structures while wheat spilled onto tracks iced over.
Minnesota state superintendent issues the semi annual apportionment for school funds totaling $291,776. Pupil based allocation assigns $1 per pupil to each county, with counts listed for every county including Hennepin and Winona, and many figures showing student enrollments.
Minnesota claims top status as the nation’s leading butter producer after three of four prizes return to the state from Cedar Rapids Iowa. Thomas Milton of St Paul won best tub of separator butter and Belle Plaine creamery also owned by Milton earned honors. Mabel creamery of Mabel received second prize for gathered cream. Assistant Dairy Commissioner Graham calls the sweep a significant milestone showing Minnesota’s dominance over Wisconsin and Elgin Illinois in the judging.
Refugees arriving in Havana report a reign of terror in Punta Brasa and Guatao where peaceful citizens were killed by Spanish troops. Official dispatch claims a Punta Braza clash left twenty insurgents dead and fifteen prisoners after a fight with insurgents from Villanueva and Acosta. Guatao residents identify eighteen dead as peaceful citizens, with only two insurgents among the dead. One prisoner, Ladislau Quintero, claims American citizenship.
Fire at West Salem destroys several wooden stores and shops, the Journal printing office, a large livery barn, and a cold storage warehouse with 2000 cakes of ice. The engine house origin spread rapidly, but the depot and nearby structures were saved as flames were smothered. The morning toll reaches about $12,000 in damages.
A government gunboat fired ten shells into Momotombo on Lake Managua. The town has declared for the insurgents and inhabitants fled. No landing party has gone ashore. Government forces have taken Nagarole and advance toward Leon.
Paris reports Brazil asked to float a loan in France but was refused until the frontier dispute is settled. Foreign Minister Berthelt told the Brazilian minister that a mixed French Brazilian committee will govern the contested region pending an arbiter. Both nations accept an arbiter from Spain Switzerland or Sweden.
Hon V C Whitney of New York states he is not a candidate for the presidency in a published letter in the Clarendon Ledger. The Mississippi city edition from Jackson reports the denial amid campaign chatter.
Washington reports the interior department may delay opening agricultural areas on Red Lake and White Earth reservations due to Minnesota swamp land rights under the 1860 grant. Gov Clough's request and state appeal rights threaten early open lands and pine sales, with a potential postponement into next season. Secretary Smith's return awaited for final action and possible court review.
The Minnesota Federation of Women’s Clubs met at the Ryan hotel in St Paul on March 1 with over 200 attendees. Five clubs joined federation: Clio and Coterie Minneapolis Merriam Park Woman’s Club Woman’s Club of Rochester and Albert Lea Woman’s Club, while Duluth Saturday Glencoe and Owatonna clubs pledged federation, signaling a bright future for the organization.
Minnesota Republicans fix the state league convention for March 25 in St Paul after an executive committee meeting today at the Union League. Attendees include F C Stevens Tams Rixby H Richardson QO B Lewis Ramsey D Shell Nobles John Bastion Hennepin H F Barker Isanti D Hopkins Watonwan E S Converse Becker G Sommerville Sleepy Fye H R Dyson Carver.
Fire swept the O'Brien Knowlton block at Michigan Street in Duluth injuring several and likely killing a woman. The four story wholesale produce building housed families on the upper floors and was a total loss.
Baraboo Wisconsin March 1 Frank Redborn an Indian with a medical troupe at Reedsburg struck one of the squaws with the company on the head with an instrument and left town leaving the woman for dead. She was unconscious for some time but will undoubtedly recover.
Investigation into Bank of New England affairs ends without indict ment. Grand jury reports full facts and decides no indictment against A. J. Blethen.
Emperor William today received in audience the United States military attaché in London Lieut Col W Ludlow. The meeting underscored ongoing military diplomacy between Britain and the United States during the current period of postwar alignment.
Chicago dispatch reports intimations that jealousy of Maud Pallington Booth fuels the Salvation Army dispute. Maj. Addie of Illinois and Maj. Stillwell of Minnesota and Northern Michigan are in Chicago to discuss the intra family trouble with a Salvationist delegation.
Opposed by Linton of Michigan an effort will be made in Washington to block the dedication of Father Pete Marquette statue in the Capitol’s Statuary Hall. Linton an A P A advocate has prepared a resolution to prevent the statue claiming Marquette was not a Wisconsin citizen and citing state law requirements. The plan seeks to force Senate consideration of the resolution tomorrow.
Father Ferdinand Bergmyer of the Franciscan Friars at Santa Barbara died last night after being shot four times by Bernard Kruzmeyer. The incident occurred during a confrontation at the mission. Firearm wounds proved fatal, and authorities investigated the case as a violent crime.
The North Star State reports events from Saint Paul to Fergus Falls, including a near-fatal escape, a large farmers institute at Lakefield, a wheat smut report, and St Paul hosting an encampment. Other items cover political conventions, criminal cases, road projects, fire, rail incidents, and local commerce.
Citizens at the Metropolitan Opera House gathered to fund relief for Anatolia victims. The drive yielded $106.19 on site with additional pledges, aiming to reach about $200 under treasurer A H Lindeke, supporting Clara Barton’s Red Cross relief efforts.
In St Paul on West Seventh street Officer Frank Hoefer battled a crowd of 10 to 15 assailants who attacked him while arresting a suspect. The officer bit two fingers off their hands during the struggle, and he fired at Tony Devorak, wounding him above the left eye. Devorak was taken to City Hospital with a non serious wound.
A. H. Holmes, famed bank swindler, arrested in St Paul by Pinkerton detectives and jailed as D W Woods. He posed as a lumberman of means. Also arrested is J M Shaw, alias Joe Mc Cluskey, indicted in Minneapolis, thought to be part of a plan to swindle St Paul and Minneapolis banks.
Andrew Peterson died from gunshot wounds after being shot three times by John Pryde near Brainerd a week earlier. Pryde confessed to robbing Peterson and planned a second crime, but was jailed before it could occur. He reportedly considered cutting Peterson's throat and burning the body to hide the crime.
Dr. H. B. Wahl, who eloped with Miss Mary Barchlow a month earlier triggering a sensational stir in Winona, returned last night and was driven home. He refused interview and would not see anyone, and the motive for his return remains unknown.
In Long Island City on March 3 a Sunday mixed ale party in the oil works district ended in the deaths of Mrs. Mary Kraemer and her son Michael from a bullet to the brain. Authorities note mystery over the shooter, but believe the son may have killed his mother before being halted.
Chicago grand jury returns true bills against 282 individuals accused of running bucket shop operations in the city. The indictments sweep through nearly all bucket shops in Chicago.
The Cedar Rapids gathering adopts a resolution limiting each creamery to a single exhibit. St Paul invites the association to meet there next year and the matter is referred to the executive committee.
Semiofficial reports indicate a new flare up in the Chile Argentina boundary dispute as politicians warn of potential trouble ahead. Tensions rise amid disputed claims and regional anxieties.
Vancouver report details extreme heat and deadly sunstroke with a record death toll in Sydney. Terrifying coastal storms devastate crops and kill livestock as drought worsens. Murrrurundi is nearly wiped out by an electric wind storm during the night.
The senate revision committee unanimously recommends raising the age of consent to fifteen. The bill, previously discussed and recommitted several times, now sets the age from thirteen to fifteen and imposes life imprisonment for a male who knowingly engages with a female under fifteen.
In Des Moines Iowa this morning prohibition was defeated on a constitutional amendment resolution. The measure went down 42 to 52 after a brief vote, with a motion to reconsider laid on the table and the resolution indefinitely postponed.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.