Foreclosure Notice of Brainerd Mortgage on Crow Wing Land
William Murphy mortgaged property in Brainerd to Sarah Jane Hill to secure £1000 at 7 percent. After Hill’s death, Daniel T. Hill Jr. is administrator. Sheriff sale scheduled at 1000 AM on April 5, 1885 at the Brainerd courthouse to satisfy $1699.41 and $25 attorney fees. Santorp and Sanford represent the administrator.
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William Murphy
Sarah Jane Hill
Crow Wing
Minnesota
Brainerd
Register of Deeds
Office of the Register of Deeds
Crew Wing
Cornwall
Orange County
New York
Daniel T. Hill, Jr
Daniell T. Hunt, Jr
Santorp & Sanford
St. Paul
Train Schedule Fragments for Daily Arrivals and Departures
Timetable notes arrivals from the south west and west with daily departures. No 1 comes south at 9 45 p m with westward departure at 9 55 p m No 2 arrives west at 7 00 a m departs south at 7 10 a m daily No 6 arrives south at 2 05 p m departs west at 2 30 p m daily No 4 arrives west at 2 10 a m departs south at 2 25 a m daily Dalath service at 9 15 p m daily except Sunday No 8 departs for Dalath at 7 30 a m daily except.
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Dalath
New Route Adds Parlor Cars and Palace Sleepers to Wiscon sin Trains
The railroad announces a new route to Eastern and Central Wisconsin with parlor cars on all day trains from St. Paul to Stevens Point and Palace Sleepers from Stevens Point to Milwaukee. It lists service to New Richmond Chippewa Falls Eau Claire Stevens Point Wampaca Neemah Menasha Oshkosh Fond du Lac and other stops with arrivals and departures from St Paul Minneapolis and daily operation except Sunday. Time cards and rates available at the office.
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Wisconsin
St. Paul
Stevens’ Point
Milwaukee
New Richmond
Chippewa Falls
Eau Claire
Wampaca
Neemsh
Menarha
Oshkosh
Fond du Lac
Minneapolis
Arriting
Neemah
Menasha
Ean Cisire
Brainerd School Board Meets and City Notes
Local items record a Tuesday school board meeting and an upcoming advisory announcement by Geo Perley for city assessor. Other notes include Ladies Aid Society meeting, Garden age revival plans, April business changes, a Brainerd eclipse viewing, and council actions raising saloon licenses from 100 to 200 dollars.
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Geo. Perley
Fleming and McMaster dissolve partnership in town
Fleming and McMaster end their partnership with Mr McMaster continuing the business and Mr Fleming planning to move to New York for the summer. The city council, meeting Monday night, decided to require skating rink licenses and set the annual license at 300 dollars. Barbers raise shaving prices to 15 cents on Saturday except F J Smith who remains at 10 cents.
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Fleming & McMaster
McMaster
Fleming
New York
F. J.smith
Front Street
Fargo roller rink leads in earnings and spring expansion
The Fargo roller rink has earned its owner more money than any other line of business and may expand significantly this spring, aiming for the largest floor in the region west of town.
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Fargo
St. Paul
Death of skater Nellie Fuller in the East
A Brainerd report says Nellie Fuller, a young skater in Brainerd last fall, died suddenly in the East after bursting a blood vessel during an exhibition. The Brainerd correspondent warns against sensationalized or inaccurate reporting and urges truth.
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Little Nellie Fuller
Brainerd
East
Wm Howard faces assault charge in Brainerd case
Wm Howard the ex convict once jailed for shooting Sheriff Mertz appeared before Village Justice Martin charged with assault with a dangerous weapon on J J OBrien. The complaint says he attacked with a hatchet and a spittoon Wednesday night amid Brainerd election notes and Buckman reports on lumber and snow.
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Duluth Tribune
Wm. Howard
Mertz
Brainerd
Martin
J. J. O’brien
O’brien
Fatal accident in the pineries claims Adam Ferguson
Adam Ferguson an employee in Lawrence’s lumber camp on Lake Leighton near Pekegema was killed by a falling tree on Saturday. The Swede resided in Minneapolis where his body was sent Tuesday night after being brought to Brainerd by team. The two hundred mile journey ended in Aitkin along the Mississippi ree.
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Adam Ferguson
Lawrence
Lake Leighton
Pekegema
Pineries
Minneapolis
Brainerd
Aitkin
Ree
Mississippi
Daily Journal Formed From Fergus Falls Papers
Nathan Case of Ada visited Brainerd on Thursday to review the city. Leopold Bros clothing store on Sixth street will close until Monday due to their father’s death.
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Fergus Falls Telegram and Journal
The
Daily Journal
Nathan Case
Ada
Brainerd
Leopold Bros
Sixth Street
Social reunion planned at Pap Thomas Post after Easter
Pap Thomas Post arranges a grand social reunion just after Easter inviting posts from across the country. Dr Howes repairs the flouring mill to first class condition and plans to run it around the clock.
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Pap Thomas Post
Apeartns
Fall line of liquors received for medicinal purposes
A shipment of liquors intended for medicinal use was received at J. C. Foote's. The note indicates the stock is a fall line and tied to medical procurement.
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J. C. Foote
Arise and Sing Poem of Ambition for Prime Minister
A lyrical snippet imagines rising to power as prime minister. The speaker vows to work with a glowing face at the ink pad and stamper, thanking the “great unterrified” for granting the place.
Democratic rhetoric swells over Brainerd post office plum
A Pioneer Press corresp says renewed talk in Democratic circles centers on securing the Brainerd post office, civil service status aside, aided by a strong paper. The northern fifth district, including Brainerd and Crow Wing county, is viewed as favorable ground for the effort.
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St. Paul
Brainerd
Crow Wing
Pioneer Press Cor
Spectacles Sold At Low Prices At Foote’s Drug Store
An offer lists a full line of spectacles at less than actual cost at J. C. Foote's drug store, inviting readers to take advantage of the discount and improve vision.
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J. C. Foote
Chicago Inter Ocean writer seeks Brainerd exposure
Mr. D. Leubrie of the Chicago Inter Ocean is in Brainerd to prepare a feature on the city for his paper. He plans to meet local businessmen next week and seek capital to build up Brainerd, leveraging the Inter Ocean to present the city's claims, advantages, and resources to the public.
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D. Leubrie
Chicago
J. E. Ireland
Massachusetts
Mr. Ireland
East
Bargains On Hosiery From Rockford Mills
We have just received a complete line of hosiery from the mills at Rockford Illinois and are offering great bargains. Day and Meagher.
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Rockford
Ill
Day & Meagher
Duluth Road Boost Fights to Secure Bonded Aid
Legislation shifting the Duluth and Winnipeg land grant to the Brainerd St Paul and Northwestern line spurs Duluth citizens to push for early road completion. With Boston franchise owners unable to fund the project, county commissioners may stage a spring vote on a $1,000,000 20 year bond bonus to aid construction. The ad then notes cheap hats at Day and Meagher’s.
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Duluth & Winnipeg
Brainerd, St. Paul & Northwestern
Duluth
Boston
Duluth Tribunes Storm Over Winnipegs Land Grant Move
The Duluth Tribune notes Duluthians oppose the legislature transfer of the Winnipeg company's land grant to another road, predicting harm to local benefits. It warns Dalath citizens recall slights from public figures and threatens potential consequences for transfer leaders while stressing self interest.
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Duluth
Winnipeg Company
Dalath
Fair Fees for Legal Printing Deserve Fair Pay
The piece argues that legal printing rates fixed by law are just as fair as salaries for sheriffs auditors clerks and judges and questions why printers should face lower pay or criticism while other public servants receive lawful compensation. It urges consistency in wage standards and advocates temperance in all financial matters.
Buy the new improved White sewing machine
J. C. Foote advertises the latest White sewing machine model inviting shoppers to visit his store for the new features and improved performance.
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J. C. Foote
New Trunks Arrive at Jay & Meagher's At Popular Prices
A large invoice of new trunks has just been received at Jay and Meagher's offering popular prices. The store emphasizes a broad selection and immediate availability for customers seeking durable luggage.
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Jay & Meagher’s
Brainerd City Licenses Raise Liquor Fee Prompt Debate
The Brainerd city council increased liquor licenses from 100 to 200 amid strong comment. The Dispatch argues against raising when business is weak, noting potential vacancies and unchanged alcohol consumption. It also questions a 300 skating rink license and mentions Mr Slipp considering court action.
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Brainerd
the Dispatch
Slipp
Smiths Offers Cigars and Pipes in Wide Varieties
Smiths advertises a nickel price for an extra good cigar and pipes for smoking. The shop claims to fix customers with any style of pipe and stocks endless varieties and brands of smoking tobacco.
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Smiths
St Patrick's Night Dance at Roller Rink Draws Big Crowd
A St Patrick's night dance and supper at the roller rink proved highly enjoyable and financially successful. Dresskell's Orchestra provided top tier music while a well stocked supper in the west end fed attendees. The event netted $110 for the poor and the church, with thanks extended to supporters and participants.
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St. Patrick's
Dresskell
Local News Highlights From Brainerd Area
Personal notes show GossiP. N. Richardson visiting Little Falls and Frank Farnham visiting Minneapolis friends. Postmaster Hartley registered at Merchants' St. Paul. D C Frazier becomes Fargo car department foreman. Max Stevens takes Kentucky Liquor Co post on Sixth Street.
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J. E. M. Bennett
Elk River
Hartley
Merchants
St. Paul
D.C. Frazier
Fargo
Max Stevens
Kentucky Liquor Co
Sixth Street
W. P. Spaulding
H. Spaulding
L. J. Cale
Chicago
F. B. Nash, Jr
Fergus
St. Paul’s Church
Hawley
Mamie Sherwood
Virginia
Brainerd
Washington
A. Lorane Yonker
Eau Claire
Banjo King to perform at rink on March 26
Mr Slipp announces Will McKanlass the Banjo King of the world will entertain at the roller rink Friday evening March 26. Admission is 25 cents and skate rental is free. Also advertised are new indigo cheviot shirts at Day Meacver.
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Slipp
Will. McKanlass
Roadmaster McGivern Trickishly Entertained in Aldrich
The Aldrich correspondence in the Verndale Journal recalls Roadmaster McGivern being recognized by railroad men across northern Minnesota. A landlady in Aldrich charged him 25 cents for a room, jokingly asking if it covered the conductor, and the mix up led to a lighthearted exchange before resolution.
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Aldrich
Verndale Journal
Jack
E. E. M. Smith Store Remodeled With Inviting Look
The E. E. M. Smith store reopens after remodeling offering a full line of goods. Shoppers are invited to try cigars and confectionery with prices said to beat the world and part of Canada. Clerks are described as obliging and ready to help customers.
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E. E. M. Smith
Canada
Advertising as business force and dull season lesson
A reflective piece on advertisements arguing they drive sales, especially in slow periods, urging merchants to flood ads when trade slacks. The text ties ad strategy to profit, tastefully advising timely, eye catching guidance for retailers and a closing note from Council Chamber, Brainexp, March 16, 1885.
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Council Chamber
Brainexp
Forsyth
Howe
Taylor
Ort
Percy
Keene
Brick Yard Trouble Sparks City Police Action
A St Paul dispatch reports Mrs Swartz proprietress of the brick works and her bookkeeper John Keifer were arrested for living in improper relations. Swartz had left her vast business after a divorce and later returned as a tarred rumor circulated. Theis was named in error. he left town then stayed, while rumors of damages suit arose but details are unclear.
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St. Paul
Swartz
John Keifer
Europe
Epen
Lohan
Theis
Parker to Lease Brainerd Foundry for Five-Year Feeds
C N Parker has leased the Northern Preifie Brainerd foundry and will supply iron and brass castings for roads under a five year contract. Foundry capacity is fifty to seventy five tons daily and Parker takes possession April 1. local ads list ladies shoes Gondola kid Hig. Hagberg Honnett flour goods Day Meagher shirts.
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C. N. Parker
Brainerd
Mr. Parker
Price Cuts and Fresh Stock at Local Stores
A notable drop in drug prices at J. C. Foote's drug store invites customers to call and be convinced. Hagberg & Hennett report a carload of oats and a load of feed just received. Day & Meagher advertise shoes arriving from the east in varying quantities.
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Hagberg & Honnett’s
J.C. Foote
Hagberg & Hennett’s
Day & Meagher’s
Candidate for City Assessor in Special Election
Geo. R. Perey announces candidacy for the ensuing special election for city assessor. He pledges to perform duties properly and to the satisfaction of the community.
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Geo. R. Perey
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State OF Minnesota
J. D. Cheney
Fandant
William Paine
J. B. Doveras
Police Justice
Koop Bros
Koop Block
Wisconsin Central Line
Third Street
Mrchante’ Hotel
F. H. Axeon
Estern
Villard Hotel
Ladies Aid Society
R. E. Gleason
Walker & Son
Sheriff Mertz
L. H. Dodge
McColl
Seventh Street
Senator Buckman
Buckman
A. Busher
St. Patrick’s Day
E. E. Webster
A. F. Leopold
Day & Meagher'’s
Leopold
Bess
Ik Vnarl Erpruosidndise Dis
Il Ediserpruosisourei Ide Nediserpruosourpre Dentnediserpruour President
St. Patrick
R. H. Paine
George Keough
N. Richardson
Little Falls
Frank Farnham
E. E. M. Smith’s
Banjo King
Day & Meacver
Earth
Council Proceedings
A P Farrar
Brainerd Disputch
Mike Cullen
East Brainerd Hose House
E. W. Lynch
Finance Committee
C. Cross
J. S. Gardner
W. W. Havens
I. A. White
W. J. Havill
Ald. Ort
Ald. Howe
R. K. Whitely
Ald. Keene
Whitely
Hope Hose Co
Brainerd Hook and Ladder Co
Liberty Hose Co
H. T Stivers
Ald. Taylor
Opera House
Ald
Forrest E. Parsons
John F. eBaNnNan
Royal Baking Powder Co
Wall Street
N.Y
J. W. Koop
Dr. Frazier
F. M. Cable & Co
Frazier Medicine CO
Cleveland
Ohio
Williams
William
J. M. Coffinberry
Wm. M. Dresskell
F. L. Matteson
Box
WM. Bartch
Brained, Minn
Max Shapiro
Prop
5Th Street
U.S. Land Office
Sr. Clorvo
Minn
Willis W. Perry
Harry P. Stanchfield
Crow Wing County
Mimn
H. Freeman
Register
W. B. Mitchel
Saint Ceorp
Wettler
A. W. Frater
Lucie Duclos
Nwi
New
de Anderson
Crow Wing Co
A. Lessard
Min
Thomas King
J. L.C. Miller
D. H. Freeman
United States Land Office, Sr. Coup
Milton Peden
Asa Hayford
Hayford
D.H. Freeman
W. B. Mitche
Prop’r
Gardner
6Th Street
Mill Track
F. A. B. King & CO
Caver & Mohle
Marble Head
N. McFadden
C. D. Johnson
IN Brainerd
Eli
J.t.sanborn
Kirk’s
Deeworth
Arbuckle’s
J.T. Sanborn
Sixth and
Laurel Streets
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