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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1896
Page
2
A Brainerd Dispatch item notes a remark on pets and dangers with a vague reference to Dr. Jam eson and Lobengula, suggesting natives hid arms after a battle. The fragmentary text hints at a sensational historical claim without clear context or specifics.
A review contrasts Paderewaki with the Prince of Wales and notes the latter’s alleged $7,000,000 borrowing from the late Baron Hirsch. Other notes mention a German electric whip for wild animals and a whale remnant found near Sampoc in Santa Barbara County California. Emperor William skips Cowes but sails Meteor. Gladstone barred from public speeches this year. A Cuban election rumor unsettles Madrid, while Germany’s grain tests favor American imports as sincere.
Population within city during business hours reaches about 3.4 million with railways and ferries delivering over 300000 daily. Venezuelan commission delays report until after December while England remains inactive. A 15.5 foot devil fish was slain by two boys near Santa Barbara. Russian thistle fades from notice as gypsy moth threatens Massachusetts requiring 2000000 dollars in 1896 funding.
A proposal suggests sending 40,000 unmarried women from Eastern Canada to British Columbia to meet a demand for wives. The note recalls a similar French effort for East ern Canada bachelors and claims the results were entirely satisfactory.
In Imperi district Sher bro, murder persists as the so-called human leopards attack solitary people. Men in leopard skins carry out killings for undisclosed aims amid ongoing violence.
In England about 20,000 actors exist but only 1,250 have joined the Actors' association founded five years ago. Secretary Charles Cruikshanks says the society's finances are not as strong as hoped.
In Scotland and England some window panes in old ruins carry verses inscribed by celebrated people. A pane once written by Robert Burtis, brought from Dumfries, was sold in a London auction room for 70 guineas.
A new Paris invention uses two tandem bicycles side by side to form a quadricycle. Operated by four men, it carries hoses and fittings between riders to serve as an emergency fire engine.
The report accuses Gen Melequizo of brutal killings in the Havana district comparable to Armenian atrocities. It urges government intervention and European pressure, noting Spain’s brutal conduct near our borders and demanding immediate remedy.
A fragmentary Chicago Tribune quotation depicts Mrs Absalom Joyce denouncing purchases she made to control her family, and Alalcm reacting with wrath as their quarrel centers on wealth and power within the Joyce household.
The excerpt shows a witty exchange about a divorce process, with one person expressing disappointment over the slow pace. The conversation recalls the expectation of a quick divorce contrasted with delays lasting nearly a month, highlighting commentary on legal proceedings.
A comprehensive weekly review highlights notable happenings from the telegraph report. It covers key developments across national and international fronts and notes moments that drew public attention.
The Nation's Capital reports the postmaster general has issued a fraud order against the Central Novelty Company of Chicago. The Treasury secretary calls for bids to purchase and remove the U S custom house and sub-treasury in Chicago. A new circular outlines regulations for vessels in sea otter hunting for the 1806 season. The Senate Foreign Relations Committee favors Senator Carter's amendment to the deficiency bill funding Cree removal from Montana.
A compilation of brief notices chronicles Charles A. Dana as a forestry authority, Elizabeth Cady Stanton on childhood fears, Mrs. Maybrick's mother seeking her daughter's release, and various diplomatic, military, and cultural remarks. It notes Sir Charles Halle’s statue proposal, quayside political moves, Harrison hosting Y M C A events, the death of Gen. Nicholas Greusel, Col J L Stewart’s passing, and Baron Hirsch leaving a large fortune to the Prince of Wales.
A series of deadly blazes and accidents reported from Iowa to New York, with fatalities including Mrs. Fille in Dubuque, Freddie Tyler in Sioux City, and John Kaufman near Walkerton. Incidents also cover a Paris Texas fire causing $250,000 damage, a Carnival-like train fire in India, a Wall collapse in Texas, a ship rescue near Alaska, and arson-suspected bibs at Battle Creek.
A Belleville man confesses to murdering Dora Wagner claiming self defense. A jealous Sam Brumley shoots Ida Clark in Louisville then wounds himself. Robbery at Gulf Railway station targets miners payroll. A Kokomo farmer loses turkeys and a smokehouse fire. Fifteen convicts escape a Nashville prison stockade during construction. Dawson on trial for murder of his son in law Walter Scott. May Stevens dies after morphine dose and sudden collapse. Charles Kuhn, a Saint Louis real estate broker, missing amid financial troubles. Omaha jury unable to reach verdict in ex city treasurer Bolin case defection.
Dr. Lueger holds Vienna mastership amid Socialist pressures. The Italian cabinet rejects reopening Abyssinia campaign in autumn. The Baroness Herri was strangled with body disposed and house damaged in Ixellea, a fashion note references.
Reports from Brussels Paris and other locales note a murderer on the loose near Brussels, census figures for Paris at 2 514 455 with gains, and dervish forces massing near Akasheh. Rejuvenation of the German army is discussed, Horasah conditions cited, Osman Digna rumored to retreat, and the Charles R. Flint ship burned off Brazil. Li Hung Chang travels to Moscow for the czar’s coronation. Times criticizes Salisbury. Portugal approves arms transport to Rhodesia frontier.
A 1200 man regiment forms in Chicago to fight for Cuba. A drivers strike halts five Tom's Run area mines near Carnegie. Georgia Congressman Livingston discussed as Democratic vice presidential candidate. England refuses extradition in Hertz case. Nelson named Danish vice consul for Minnesota. Silk firms McFarlane assigns $32,200 to Richardson. Keene contracts with Hanford for next season. Fall River textile leader Philip Borden dies at eighty. Disston of Philadelphia dies at bank. Weyler queried on capture of the Competitor and arrestees. Coates Clark thread merger eyed with central US agency. Mrs Thunb assets seized in Washington for $736 debt. Missouri German Lutheran synod meets in Fort Wayne with ~600 delegates. Gold standard win in Boies county Waterloo convention. Virginia anti racing law appeal upheld, Lacey released on jurisdiction. Japanese capitalists seek NY steamship line. 57 colored Baptisms in McKeesport. 68 converts, 9 ducked. Massey will probate in Cleveland. Adams Express to operate Iowa Central lines. Red Cross surgeon Loeser reports Barton on diseases in Anatolia. Allegheny street railway trust plan with Brown & Co. San Francisco pastor Brown resigns amid church turmoil. Chicago packing firms order 200 carloads of woodenware from Pacific coast. Vaungh set to leave for New York amid dispute. Burden family arrives London to retrieve stolen jewels.
A fragment describes a Vietnamese connection in a town and mentions local actors and places. The readable bits reference community concerns and an upcoming encounter or gathering involving residents and organizers. Specific names and dates are not clear in the text.
A massive gas explosion at 432 430 Walnut Street collapses a five story building housing saloons and flats. Six bodies recovered and eighteen injured. several others believed buried as debris piles up. Fire crews aided by engineers dig through wreckage amid dense dust and chaos.
Dubuque reports charges of embezzlement and suspected burglary linked to ex mayor Olinger. Mayor Duffy alleges unlicensed peddler permits issued during his two year administration and missing funds, with a burglary at the mayoral office and stolen evidence. A council inquiry by the finance committee and city attorney is awaiting grand jury results.
Philadelphia reports Holmes in his cell with under three days to live. The sheriff vows no sensational scene and says any statements must come from the cell before marching to the scaffold. About fifty officials and reporters will witness the hanging though thousands seek tickets up to $200 each.
Paola Kansas May 6 George Baker killed Ben Wells twelve miles south of there by striking him in the head with a jug after a Sunday carousal quarrel. Both are farmers and have families.
In Cleveland on May 5 the carpenters won the eight hour day with no trouble. Only two contractors objected as their men demanded the shorter day and were discharged.
G Mott Williams was consecrated bishop of the new Marquette Diocese at Grace Church Detroit with seven bishops present and about fifty Michigan priests. The service included a choir of fifty and featured Rt. Rev. William E. McLaren as preacher and Rt. Rev. Powis Tuttle as consecrator from India.
The Western South Dakota Stockgrowers association set dates and routes for the 1896 spring roundups in Huron and surrounding districts. The routes are long and rough, with gatherings planned from May 10 to May 17.
The remains of Gen. Waters Gresham were removed from Oakland cemetery vault and loaded onto a Big Four train destined for Washington. The final interment is planned at Arlington Cemetery in Virginia.
A cryptic note appears to claim exemption for American vessels and mentions a “Washi Special-Word” seen as a possible adoption or method. The fragment provides no clear event dates or authorities.
A woman and her two young children were found dead in the bay after she allegedly drowned them and then killed herself following a violent quarrel with her husband. The bodies of the children, aged four and two, were washed ashore while the mother lay six feet out in the water. Mrs Salter, about 25, was said to be the fourth wife of her husband, who recently left the furniture business to run a block of property.
Market quotations from Chicago and other centers show May wheat at 60 1/4 to 60 1/2 cents, live hogs firm with prices from 3.15 to 3.65 in Chicago, cattle steady to active with beeves at 3.35 to 4.35, Minneapolis wheat opening at 57 3/4 to 59 1/2 cents, Milwaukee flour and grain steady, South St Paul hogs at 3.15 to 3.40, cattle 2 to 3.15 noting varied grades and futures.
In Helena on May 6 a domestic scandal involving a housemaid named Lottie Stevenson and her employer Charles I Little shocks Great Falls Fort Benton and Lewiston. Mrs Little, away briefly, discovered her husband and Miss Stevenson in her chamber leading to divorce papers filed in Fort Benton.
Bridgeport wholesale grocers Rogers and Morferd, in business for thirty years, have applied to the courts for the appointment of a receiver.
Aberdeen May 1 Fred Werner of Mound City agent and cattle buyer for De Vancy Bros stockmen faced a deficit exceeding $2,000. Authorities consider him a defaulter and no longer plan to aid his native South Russia.
A Naples dispatch reports rumors of an anarchist plot against King Humbert. The revelation comes as a special message reaches London on May 6.
The annual chamber of commerce banquet at the Hollented hotel honored Secretary Herbert and New York Mayor William Strong. Herbert spoke on the toast to "Boy for Achievements and thrills" while Strong praised business management of a greatness. James Host of Cleveland gave the only other speech responding to "True Citizenship."
Special Representative McCall of Tennessee reported favorably on a bill to aid the Nashville centennial exposition in 1897. It appropriates $130,000 for a government exhibit to mark Tennessee's one hundredth anniversary of statehood and seeks congressional support.
Fragmentary notice from Ashland Wisconsin describes a nighttime event involving a meeting and threats. Details are unreadable, with garbled words and incomplete phrases, preventing clear identification of people, organizations, or actions.
Milwaukee Electric Railway workers strike after wages and arbitration demands go unmet. Company plans to replace strikers with outside hires while police and special guards are deployed. The walkout halts all electric and street railway service and threatens power and lighting as 300 electric light workers may join.
Milwaukees street railway strike widens with 1300 workers out as mobs of 3000 to 5000 surround car barns at Third and Burleigh. Police guard stations, two arrests made, and electricians plus repair shop workers join the walkout, halting all ten lines.
A World special from Atlantic City reports a rakish steamer approaching the pier as a silent group of men boarded four boats, rowed to the craft, which then sped southwest. Locals suspect another Cuban expedition has departed with arms and ammunition aboard.
In the Supreme Court today an opinion was rendered on the case of P A Coffin accused of wrecking the Jedianapoliga Nationa jank affirming the lower court and confirming imprisonment.
A Santo Domingo telegram reports President Ulysses Hereau ordered the execution of War Minister Castillo and General Estay of Macoris for conspiracy. The incident is dated in Paris on May 6.
Mayor Dye of Madison Wisconsin blocks Sunday openings for cigar and candy shops groceries and barber shops. Livery stables and butcher shops may stay open per legal advice under the Sunday closing statute. Personal Liberty league meets but plans limited action against the edict.
A fire damages four large buildings with total losses estimated at $150,000. Authorities report arrests connected to the incident as the investigation continues.
Mattress workers in Milwaukee have begun a citywide strike demanding higher wages. The union cites Chicago scale as a benchmark and argues pay on piece work is insufficient across all bedding factories.
A fragmented report notes Mae Pittafield and others tied to a strike by contractors refusing a nine hour workday. Details on aims and parties remain unclear due to damaged text.
Mrs Louis F Menage returns to Minneapolis after a three year absence and will focus on public sentiment about her husband and his business matters linked to the Northwestern Guaranty Loan failure. She visited her mother before speaking with reporters and avoided questions about her husband while expressing gratitude to supporters.
In Bay Prowned St Paul on May 5 Alexander Herling twelve son of Theodore H H Herling an expressman of 10 West Fairfield avenue drowned in the Mississippi while driftwood hunting. He stood on a raft by the boat house, grabbed a piece of wood and lost balance falling into deep water with a rapid current.
Sophia Weber moves for contempt against Harry Weber for failing to pay $125 monthly alimony totaling $1,000 ordered in divorce. Judge Otis sets a special term to show cause, continued a week as Weber cites insufficient receipts from his office but promises partial payment of the first installment soon.
Victoria B C May 5 The steamer Miewert reports the Brunner colliery explosion near Wellington N Z on March 27. Sixty men entombed none escaped. If survivors existed they could not have withstood the deadly gases after the first blast.
Adry Hayward of Minneapolis arrested George Baker today in Hastings for stealing a team. Baker was brought to jail after the alleged attack and subsequent lodging.
In St Paul last evening two switch engines collided near the Cairo avenue Bridge just after 6. Engineer W. G. Cannon of engine 87 was badly injured and moved to St. Joseph’s hospital. Fireman Frank Smith was shaken and bruised. Paul Neday Spaineen and W. F. Briggs jumped from engine 250. Briggs uninjured, Neday bruised after a fall on the tracks.
Washington reports from Hayang confirm the seizure by Spanish authorities of the American schooner Competitor loaded with arms for insurgents. The vessel, coming from Key West and seized off Punta Berracoa in Pinar del Rio, had a crew including several Americans with at least two killed during the capture.
Official returns from all Wisconsin counties show 164 699 total votes for the supreme court justice race. Justice Marshall led with 161 208 votes while the remainder were scattered defective or blank. candidates Cloug and Vo are listed among the others.
A Duluth dock worker strike is noted among a string of Minnesota incidents. Arrests in Duluth involve Charles Lisbon from St. Louis for swindling. Pneumonia head Matthias Fuos of Caledonia, a city elder, is cited. A bicycle on sidewalks crackdown in Mankato. Rail fatalities amount to 92 deaths and 473 injuries statewide. Receivership of the Spalding hotel in Duluth extended for a year from May 1. A Montrose Modern Woodman lodge opens with twenty five charter members.
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