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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1885
Page
4
Fresh vegetables at Parker's and Gardner's butter at 20 cents a pound headline a brisk run of local shop notices. Pills of promotions for Leopold's boy suits, Miss Yonker visiting Jamestown, and the Hook & Ladder dance postponed to the 20th accompany ads for cigars, groceries, plants, and new stores.
Mrs. Hannah Cary, jailed on bail default, was moved to Duluth on a writ of habeas corpus to argue before Judge Stearns. Frank Mattison and wife returned from Waverly after news of Mrs. C. Scott’s death. A wood fire along the N P Track at Hawley delayed all freight and the evening passenger. McColl’s high school photo gains display at his 7th Street gallery. R E Gleason departs for Stillwater to set up a mill for Turnbull and Blackmer for two years. Olson defeats Nicholaus in a five mile rink race before a crowded crowd. Kentucky Liquor Co. advertises spirits and medicinal goods on Sixth Street. E Burnstine opens a top sample room with H H Cobb to run the branch. Three tramps and an Indian faced court for vagrancy and whiskey crimes. Lonan arrested in Fargo for cattle theft from Valley City. E E Webster involved. George D Thompson completes a Miss Mamie McCarthy portrait now on display at Cable’s gallery. Miller and Grant restore Gilbert Lake resort with boats and refreshments. a ferry runs from foot of Seventh Street.
The ladies of St. Pauls Guild announce a Japanese Tea Festival at the roller rink on May 27. Attire will be Japanese costumes and each guest receives a souvenir. Ice cream, strawberries and other refreshments will be served.
On Tuesday night next week a second contest will unfold between Olsen and Nicolaus. Olsen’s friends expect victory while many others doubt, noting the close Thursday race. the three mile sprint promises high interest and a tough challenge.
The saw mills of J. J. Howe & Co. started this Friday noon with 110 men. Mr. Howe says if business stays strong the force will remain through the season. A new brick block is planned on Front Street with work starting next week after removing McFadden & Johnson's drug store. Brick contracted from Schwartz's brick yard.
Friday visit highlights a redesigned gallery with a large reception room and tasteful furnishing. J A McColl introduces an elegant frame line and renewed space, reinforcing a reputation for top tier portrait and photographic work locally and regionally.
A Rebecca degree lodge organized with Odd Fellows and their families aims to promote sociability and fellowship. Funds sent to the grand lodge for a charter, with an ice cream social planned at the Odd Fellows hall to cover regalia costs and expenses.
On Monday May 18 1885 Day and Meagher will begin a grand closing out sale of their entire stock including clothing gents furnishings hats dry goods carpets neckwear and more at low cost with a rising rush for cheap goods reported.
Three oclock yesterday a large crowd gathered at the depot to view Madame Janauschek s traveling home a private car valued at 35000 built for the actress with cobalt blue exterior ornate gold trim ground glass mirrors and embossed leather interiors Report notes it is the first private car built for an actress following prior examples for Modjeska and Langtry but custom made for Janauschek
A docket of cases including Auerbach versus Norman dismissed, Weibler versus Ort with judgment for plaintiff of 38.70, Ahern versus Murphy continued to the 26th, Farrar and Forth versus Benton dismissed, Rosser versus Robinson continued to May 19, Weibler versus Summers judgment for plaintiff 10.15, Fleming versus Barnett continued to May 19, Williams versus Brayford dismissed, Smith versus Norman dismissed, Farrar and Forsyth versus Calkins tried by jury with verdict for defendant, stay of proceedings granted for motion on May 23, State versus John Nixon liquor violation continued and tried May 12 with a 40 fine and appeal to district court.
A state commission to locate a third hospital for the insane met at the capitol and then at St. Peter. Dr. C. K. Bartlett was elected chairman and Hart secretary. Candidates include St. Cloud, Fergus Falls, Brainerd and Duluth with sites examined north of Anoka county for suitability.
Rumor and surprise spread Saturday as El Gray of the Gem saloon left town after selling the business to J. T. Sanborn with a bill of sale covering all liquors and stock. Gray claimed a Fargo stop and a trip to Bismarck for a vacation while traveling on a free pass, leaving creditors unsettled in most nearby cities.
The Marinette Gazette praises Will Newton the noted bicyclist who will perform Thursday and Friday evenings at the roller rink. He demonstrates a machine trick sequence from large wheel to pedals, riding in all positions and even jumping hurdles as observers marvel.
A special meeting of the Fire Department will be held at the hose house on Front Street Thursday evening May 21. Important business will be transacted and all members are urged to attend. L. H. Doper.
Aukin Age announces Brainerd news as a new paper feature. Mississippi water is low and transport is limited. Aldrich and Verndale reports mention logs, people visiting, and plans for Decoration and Memorial Day speeches.
D E Little travels to Washington to confront the Duluth land office appointment saga. Gil Hartley’s late Adams era appointment fuels Democratic claims, with Judge Cary said to hold papers arguing against Hartley. Senator Sabin and the President reportedly resolve the issue, and Little is unlikely to request a change.
Last week men planning drives to Clearwater and Detroit could not enter the woods due to smallpox fears. By Tuesday the danger seemed real, and orders were issued to all train men in Brainerd on May 12, 1855. Agents warned to watch for and stop suspicious individuals escaping from lumber camps near White Earth.
Mrs H Theviot seeks Broadhead Dress Goods from Jamestown New York makers. The guarantee promises best materials skilled workmanship and modern machinery. Goods claim to resist damp weather washing fading and shrinking with no weighting or artificial lustre.
The Water Company has a full force of first class plumbers ready to supply water to houses on short notice. Those desiring connections this year are urged to place orders now to help the company retain its current workforce.
Hartley block houses W. A. Smith & Co with lease term to suit tenant. Hartley Bros. announce a grand special sale with goods marked to cost amid great excitement at Day & Meagher's.
Attention ladies the elegant stock of millinery hair goods laces and fancy wares is offered regardless of cost for 30 days at Mrs C Grandelmeyers corner Sixth and Laure Street with groceries cheap for cash at Honey Ham Hominy E W Sleeper corner Sixth and Laurel streets Pure liquors bottled at low prices at the Kentucky Liquor Co Sixth street next door to post office Day & Meagher advertise success and stock including ladies hand turned kid walking shoes and paints from Conklin Clark Co Parker's confectionery imported cigars and family liquors at the Kentucky Liquor Co 6th street next to post office
Ledger shows loans and discounts including overdrafts and a bond to secure circulation. It lists due from reserve agents and other national banks, real estate, furniture, current expenses, premiums, bills of other banks, currency, and the redemption fund. Also notes capital, surplus, profits, deposits, and rediscounted notes.
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