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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1891
Page
2
The Senate voted to raise the Civil Service Reform commission clerk salary from 1600 to 2000 dollars and to add about a dozen additional clerks to the commission.
Report claims discovery of ancient Aztec gold mines in Nicaragua with speculation of further startling finds in the region where writer Rider Haggard is known to have traveled.
A burglar who stole another man's glass eye is mocked as the meanest thief. The quip notes that stealing the clothes of a swimmer is a far bolder act, leaving the glass eye tale as a humorous aside.
The court ruled that pigeon shooting matches do not constitute cruelty to animals under the law. It noted the small number of pigeons injured and focused on the legal interpretation rather than broader animal welfare concerns.
In a modern echo of history, Sara dominates Gotham's social scene, captivating its Anthonys and Cesars and wielding queenly influence over the city’s elite.
The great need is for fast mail steamers to drive ocean commerce. Slower cargo ships, steam or sail, have roles but are secondary. Priority must be mail steamers and they must be secured at any cost.
The recent public clash between the Prince of Wales and the queen does not imply the queen plans to abdicate. She is described as a strong candidate for life insurance coverage, underscoring her enduring role and stability.
The article notes the Chilian revolution has grown formidable in scale and has acquired a ferocious, bloodthirsty character, disappointing those who hoped Chilean forces had progressed in civilization and refinement.
Two of the heaviest locomotives in the United States are built for service in the St. Clair River tunnel. Each engine will weigh 195000 pounds or about 100 tons when in service. The tunnel approaches have a grade of 105 feet to the mile and the engines will lead trains through the tunnel rather than over a bridge.
A discussion on advertising progress cites an author whose public sale is hindered by police. The author uses the magazine’s pages to debate ethico literary questions and promotes his book by citing its spiciness and sales figures reaching hundreds of thousands.
Supr. Byrnes declines knighthood saying citizenship suffices. He notes the superintendent holds more power than the King of Italy and could compel many Italian descendants to act in ways that would displease the royal cabinet.
The article mocks Stevr. Peary resigning to pursue a foot journey to the north pole. It derides polar exploration as dangerous and ghastly, dismisses Peary as a crank, and suggests Greenland as a destination for such ventures. It predicts scrutiny and incredulity toward his claims.
The text states Gen. Fremont bought Bird Island from Mexico when military governor of California, a purchase later repudiated by the U S. The government later occupied the island, built fortifications and a lighthouse at a cost over 9 million dollars, and Fremont unsuccessfully sought relief from Congress.
Sculptor Augustus St Gaudens suggests an ornamental water side entrance for the Columbus Exposition. The plan would add a novel feature to the fair and, based on the artist’s specifications, appears feasible and could heighten the spectacle’s impressiveness.
A village school teacher who also performed tooth extractions as punishment punished eight boys for disobedience. Parents pressed charges for bodily injury, but expert testimony showed the actions benefited the pupils, leading to dismissal. The method has since been prohibited.
Washington reports that non book merchandise from abroad cannot be mailed. Proctor plans a Chickamauga and Texas inspection trip of frontier posts. Walter Sanborn named US circuit judge for Minnesota under new court bill. Senate leaders back his appointment. House clerk tallies 411 public building bills in past Congress seeking 76.6 million dollars. 93 passed and 12.7 million was enacted while 4 were vetoed.
Britain s queen gives 150 dollars to aid sufferers at a Nova Scotia mine disaster. The note mentions other public figures and events, including Senator Gordon of Georgia joining the Farmers Alliance, and a plan in New York to fund an equestrian statue for General Sherman.
A flood at Otteo colliery Minesrville Pa renders the mine unusable. Separate items report lawsuits against delinquent world’s fair stockholders, coal and phosphate mine disputes, a fatal lamp fire in Missouri, a railroad accident in Winnipeg, a shipwreck near Savannah, a missing crew from a schooner, a destroyed Pontoon bridge on the Missouri, a James River gale oyster disaster, Philadelphia streetcar politics, a Shamokin boiler explosion, and a Chicago fire with heavy losses including a boot stock consignment valued at 5100,000.
Reports from Indianapolis to Macon recount robberies, acquittals and executions. Notable items include a $10,000 streetcar robbery claim, an acquittal of Minnie May Mabbott in an infant death case, and trials for her brothers. Other notes cover a miner shot in Colorado, suicides, hangings by electricity, and a judge fining Jay Gould. Additional incidents include murders, jailbreaks, hypnotism fatalities, kidnappings charges, and a Missouri factory manager shot.
Oarsman O Connor challenges Teemer for a purse between 500 and 1000. Louisville Base Ball club increases stock from 10000 to 25000. American Association schedule chair Chris Von der Ahe calls an all committee meeting in Cincinnati on March 10. Cal McCarthy vs Py Dixon booked for March 26 at Troy NY for 4000 dollars. California Athletic Club bans La Blanche and his seconds after a disappointing Mitchell Marine bout. American Association plans reserve teams in New York Cleveland Pittsburgh and Chicago from surplus players. A four round clash between Bob Fitzsimmons and Jack McAuliffe set with McAuliffe to win if the rounds are completed. 1000 each posted to ensure appearance.
Aberdeen ship owners sue dock strikers over funds and threaten damages. A proposed negative amendment to the eight hour law for miners looms in the commons. British royal dockyards grant higher wages. Ashland Pennsylvania's Reading company colliery resumes after three months, employing 650. Pullman car workers riot and many are jailed amid looming evictions. Monongahela Valley miners face a broad settlement path as 10,000 idle since January. Joliet mills revert to management’s sliding-scale wage proposal. 1,000 more idle, totaling 2,500. Omaha mail-carriers form a union demanding extra pay for overtime since July. Pittsburgh reports Coke works tensions as arrests occur in a conspiracy riot claim involving United Mine Workers leaders.
Hazleton rescuers progress amid improving conditions as Rochester elects its first Republican board of aldermen in twenty years. A world’s fair plan is finalized, Jackson park divided, and Colorado passes a $150000 fair bill.
Over 200 citizens urge Dr. A. B. Cole to run for mayor of Fergus Falls as a non partisan candidate. A Slayton Republican club of 62 members forms and selects officers and delegates to the Minnesota state convention.
Resolutions from Grand Forks citizens oppose repeal of the prohibitory law. Prof. Homer B. Sprague resigns as state university president effective March 31. Several poisoning cases reported in Grand Forks involve Bella Donna in soup. three children affected, outcome uncertain. Fargo board of trade returns funds to subscribers, citing possible misrepresentation of destitution. Remington murder case proceeds. jailed with no bail. Upcoming district court term starts March 16. Gov. Burke appoints public examiner and state inspectors. new boards named for tax equalization and agriculture with multiple appointees.
The commissioner of labor and statistics office is abolished. Seventy five students attend the university at Mitchell. A proposed $15000 McCook County bond to build a courthouse failed. John Goodwin was arrested at Mitchell.
Blanchardville plans a new newspaper with Thurstan J. Rostad as editor. Obituaries note Mrs. Elsie Mabie dies at 71 after arriving in 1845. Diphtheria rises in Ableman with 33 cases and several deaths. Various cases include a serious lab accident in Madison, a stabbing-tinged arrest in Thorpe, and a mayoral race in Black River Falls. Fire at Washburn destroys the central school. temporary quarters planned for 300 pupils. Additional notes cover land patent protests, a land dispute involving John Canfield, and a Milwaukee suicide attempt thwarted by an officer.
Henry Anson elected mayor of Marshalltown with 1 002 votes out of 1 431. He is a Democrat.
Buffalo Bill Cody's eldest daughter Arta Cody is portrayed as a brave, queenly figure. A famous tale recalls her at age fourteen taming a vicious horse with a bold ride and a fierce yet decisive beating before riding away triumphantly.
The Senate met once with Leavitt presenting a bill to prohibit shipping eleomerganine into the state. Leavitt bills seek bridge appropriations for Crow River and Lake Stella in Meeker County. The House heard petitions from railroad workers opposing Currier bill with thousands signed including 1,100 in Minneapolis. A governor’s signing noted for Duluth city charter.
The Minnesota Senate, led by Senator Hompe during Lieut. Gov. Ives’s illness, discussed bills including reforms to savings banks, oil inspection, and newspaper byline signings. Itasca’s county line was drawn by a bill placing Itasca sheriff under Aitkin until the next general election, while a track-scale railroad bill faced defeat. A state immigration board was funded, and tax exemptions for personal property were debated.
The senate advanced on reducing interest to 6 and 8 percent while the usury issue remained unresolved before adjournment. A bulky Mayo resolution report from the railroad commission was referred to the railroad committee. New measures included a constitutional amendment proposal on intoxicating liquor and a valued policy insurance bill.
Petitions opposing the Currier railroad bill and favoring age of consent and female municipal suffrage bills reached the floor. Weatherston introduced a measure to curb dissemination of "quited" grass. A committee was authorized to inspect the sanitary condition of the house. Several local bills were introduced and sent to committees as the session adjourned until Tuesday morning.
Senator Day Smith raises Pratt and Walker claim for U S direct taxes funding. A three member committee Leavitt Tawney Barr is appointed to investigate. Lienau bill on state teachers certificates recommended to pass alongside age of consent raised to sixteen with prison terms ranging up to life for under ten and various sentences for older minors.
A humorous sample essay on cats describes the house cat as a four legged tame animal that eats mice and birds of prey. It notes colors like tortoiseshell and black, mentions purring, a long tail, nine lives, and names for male and female cats while offering playful misstatements and lessons on handling cats.
The narrator details how toads stay perfectly still in the presence of snakes to avoid capture. A hungry snake may wait long, even trying to nudge the prey, but the toad remains immovable. The scene recalls Daniel before the lions, illustrating a humble animal thwarting powerful foes through calm resolve.
A New York Sun quoted complaint about fashionable girls using slang and swearing. A shy youth recalls a girl confessing she swears when provoked and admits his own temptation to swear, including a dramatic moment over a nail break and a quip about saying a curse word.
A discussion on a child's sense of justice and how unfair punishment shapes character. It contrasts hopeful types who protest unjust correction with sensitive ones who burn with quiet rage. The piece argues justice tempered by mercy fosters nobility and truth.
Evening Wisconsin notes the death of a young student from pills containing quinine and morphine prescribed for insomnia by an undergraduate. The piece warns that quinine can harm the heart in large doses and urges taking drugs only under a competent physician's guidance.
English Illustrated Magazine notes Russian girls marry young, with many sons and few daughters in noble families. Women aid mothers, enjoy dress and dancing, while musical training is limited. Long engagements are rare, and marriages often follow social dowries and neighborly matchmaking rituals.
A Century writer recalls Lincoln at the White House, surprised by friendly crowds and constant handshakes. He often seemed unaware of the throng, laughing at familiar faces and delivering swift, witty replies to prepared remarks from callers.
D D Bidwell notes palmistry classifies fingers into three types. Long tapered fingers indicate artistic tastes and refined perception. Short blunt fingers suggest practical mind and reliable nature. Short thick square fingers imply activity, strong appetites, and prejudices.
A discussion notes that American homes surpass English and European houses in comfort and conveniences. It cites open fireplaces, lack of hot water, bathrooms, steam heat, hot air furnaces, candles for lighting, and other daily luxuries as common in Britain but rare there, arguing the average American home offers greater ease and happiness.
A Phineas T. Barnum essay argues silent husband behavior may reflect inward strain not failure of marriage. The author urges wives to wait, avoid nagging, and consider external causes for a man’s mood before pressing for explanations or fault.
A Boston Herald note describes Philadelphia women funding and securing a central fashion district site to create a private club house complete with traditional amenities. They expect daytime and evening visits for tea, news reading, and social gossip in a setting mimicking men’s clubs. A second item mentions a phonograph at King Kalakaua’s bed recording his dying message used at funeral and a suggestion that a man could preach his own funeral sermon for savings on fees.
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