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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1890
Page
2
Turpoet Swinburne is described as the leading but unmarried literary figure in England. He reportedly loves all pretty women but has never proposed to any of them. The note reflects gossip about his personal life from Brainerd Dispatch.
A local court in London heard a suit to recover a $75 loan. The borrower had allegedly paid interest at an annual rate of 120 percent for six years, prompting scrutiny of the loan terms and recovery prospects.
Sin Joan Macponacp stated in Parliament that if the United States cuts import duties on lawn lumber to one dollar per thousand feet Canada will reciprocate by reducing duties on logs. The remark signals possible tariff reciprocity between Canada and the United States on forest products.
Mrs. M A Scnarrer of Monroe Georgia has held the post office for twenty three years and never missed a day due to illness, reflecting steady service in that rural community over a long tenure.
Dr W B WixcHeELL a young Brooklyn physician cites numerous renewed grip cases and says the illness is almost as common now as in the last winter, signaling continued health concerns ahead of the season.
Joux Key Jr son of the late Tammany Hall leader is ten years old and described as an exact small scale counterpart of his father. He is said to be a little boss among his youthful companions in his neighborhood.
A man with a taste for statistics calculates that an average person’s blood travels over 4,006,000 miles in a 70 year lifetime, illustrating the vast internal circulation.
The Nebraska supreme court ruled that grain elevators may be erected on railroad company right-of-way at stations without the companies' permission, based on the view that elevators serve public necessities and are essential at rail hubs.
John Swearer receives a pension of $20 a month and is officially named the first man wounded in the war of the rebellion. The note adds there were many other swearers in the army, but John is singled out for distinction.
The passage notes thirty scalpers begin a group ride on passes, occupying a private car and presenting the illusion of ownership of the road, suggesting they face no immediate danger to their lives from the railroads.
A Norwich resident strolling along was struck in the eye by a burning tobacco fragment when his pipe was brushed by his hand. The burn created a small hole in the eyeball but with careful treatment his sight was saved.
An Englishman named Ax states he had suffered rheumatism or gout for fifteen years. After placing broken bottle insulators under each bedstead post, he reports immediate improvement in his condition.
Gov. Prince of New Mexico travels through Chicago with a committee of leading citizens to confer with Congress on land grants and titles in their territory seeking solutions to unsettled questions.
Commander's three year suspension from rank and duty will mark his record with a bar sin ister, and the retention of his current number on the commanders list for three years represents a serious setback on the slow road to promotion in the navy.
The English chancellor of the exchequer reports that the United Kingdom spent 661 million dollars on drinks last year. With a population of 37 million, this equates to about 19 dollars per person annually or roughly 85 dollars per family.
When the average person gets their first glasses, notable facts emerge. Seven of ten show stronger sight in one eye, two in five have misaligned eyes, nearly half are color blind to some degree, and only one in fifteen eyes is perfect in all aspects.
The text compares dental counts across animals. It notes humans, apes, and many ruminants share thirty two teeth, hogs have forty four, opossums and moles also have that many, while the South American river dolphin has 222 teeth. It adds that teeth are not part of the skeleton but belong to appendages like skin and hair.
A machine resembling a typewriter is carried through railroad cars. Each passenger’s photograph is taken, the fare is recorded, and the passenger’s name is printed. The device is incomplete as weight age and profession are to be added along with other biographical details.
Joseph Meeks, formerly a referee in the Flack divorce case, has submitted his resignation to the general term as an attorney and counselor at law, which has been accepted. the attempt to disbar him will be dropped. President Diaz of Mexico cited in news brief, downplaying filibustering in Lower California, asserting U S neutrality will be upheld and Mexico can defend its territory with ample forces.
A list of fatal and damaging incidents from multiple states. Includes lightning kills in Salineville Ohio. Burr Creek mine fire in Ale. slope No. 4 with no miners present. peculiar fatal accident in Union Minnesota. floods and high Nueces river damage in Texas. injuries from a scaffold collapse in St. Cloud Minnesota. a poisoning death in Benson Minnesota. collision of the Danish ship Thingvalla with an iceberg. a deadly accident involving a child near Anoka Minnesota. extensive barn fire near Cambridge Wisconsin causing major losses. a severe earthquake shock and subsequent fires in Gloversville New York with a large building destroyed and another quake felt later.
A sprawling list recounts killings, suicides, escapes, and arrests from Chicago to Minnesota, California to New York. Victims include Michael Connors in a disorderly Chicago house, Patrick Malfoy who killed his son George then himself in Ohio, and many other fatal incidents, crimes, and legal actions involving multiple states and public figures.
The article notes the conviction of lawyer Sheldon of Doyleston Pa for forgery and embezzlement, sentenced to twenty two years, with the judge ordering solitary confinement and hard labor. The former Bucks County district attorney collapsed in court, needing assistance as the sentence was pronounced.
Marquis Ungaro and Count D Arco dueled with swords near Rome over a political quarrel. The count sustained a wound to the right hand. A matter of state intrigue sparked the clash and its aftermath.
The Bank of Middle Tennessee faces assignment with assets between 60 000 and 70 000 dollars and liabilities of 100 000. The Ohio Republican central committee selects Cleveland for the next convention on July 16 with Ex Governor Foraker as temporary chairman. A young man named Michael Sheehan dies after a failed jump from the Mohawk River bridge in Amsterdam New York. The cruiser Charleston is sent to Honolulu at the Hawaiian minister's request amid possible legislative trouble. A Grand Army of the Republic panel concludes no misconduct at Leavenworth soldiers home. A Chandler style crackdown looms as a Grand Jury targets gambling dens and vice. indictments expected. Prohibition law violations prompt state attorney action. A Burlington school incident ends with a dog killed by a nearby butcher. Winnipeg hosts the first provincial educational advisory board meeting setting scriptures and prayers for school use with optional Protestant or Catholic examination courses. Madison Wisconsin sees aldermen and a fire chief removed for conspiracy to defraud over 1000 feet of hose from Northwestern Rubber. The US Supreme Court denies Kemmler writ of error on electric chair, reiterating that cruel and unusual punishment refers to barbarous methods rather than the death penalty itself.
The Markets section lists grain and dairy quotations by city including Chicago, Minneapolis, and Milwaukee. Highlights show wheat, corn, oats, barley, rye, butter, eggs, and creamery products with bid prices and ranges for No. 1 to No. 3 grades, along with farm product notes and local dealer figures.
T J McMahon, a young farmer from near Green Isle, shot his wife after she left him last winter and refused to live with him. He then shot himself, aiming twice more before his brother intervened. The couple were taken to local treatment and were not expected to survive.
In Saratoga, the Presbyterian assembly adopted the committee report on revising the confession of faith. It calls for a new assembly committee to draft amendments, to meet by Oct 31, 1890, and restrict changes to preserve Calvinistic doctrine. A new consensus creed plan to be drafted with other reformed bodies was approved by a large majority.
Secretaries Rusk May report covers winter wheat and cotton planting conditions, farm labor wages, and freight rates, noting foreign wheat distribution and that Central and South America, the islands, and Asia receive small shares. Minnesota labor supply matches demand, with regional price variation and transport rate changes on lumber flax grain and livestock across Northwestern routes.
Curiaco Special reports today's Baptist anniversaries center on mission work. Rev J D Fulton of Boston delivered a severe attack on Romanism urging Italy's redemption from the serpent's curse. Rev T G Field of Minneapolis outlined the missionary problem as the American Baptist Missionary Union met and sent greetings to the Presbyterian assembly in Saratoga. A Southern Baptist communication on a joint Baptist foreign missions celebration was discussed and referred.
France were greatly successful while Spain held its own. Rev P S Moxam of Boston urged the board of managers to consider holding annual meetings apart from other societies to allow more time for missionary questions. Philadelphia chosen for next year’s meeting. Rev G W Northrup of Chicago elected president.
Senator Davis introduces an amendment to the McKinley tariff bill to place riding twine on the free list and plans remarks on the bill in its present and proposed forms. A finance committee decision will hinge on amendments and changes deemed desirable. Montana leaders praise Carter for tariff fight as Western senators back the read bill with a hoped for seven-vote margin.
A National Reform association communication urged bishops to act on divorce to raise public opinion. Rev Samuel Rodgers proposed a resolution noting 328,716 divorces in twenty years as population rose 107 percent, with 56 state laws varying and 30 listed causes. The Episcopal church south advocates spiritual causes only and hopes laws align. Also Rev Dr J E Mann of Newbern died after illness and hospitalization.
The House passed pension bills from Minnesota members covering deser tion corrections and pensions. Individuals named include Dewitt Eastman, Henry Tryon, George M. Henry, Anson Freeman, Braddock F. Stocking, William S. Grow, and Christian Frederika Zeutmeyer. Also noted are actions granting pensions and addressing pay and allowances and a case involving Charles Louis Zeutmeyer killed while guarding government property at Lower Sioux agency in 1862.
Col Ferrer a Mexican resident and former cavalryman offers to fight Editor Walter C. Smith in the Sun with pistols swords or fists if Smith crosses into Mexico. Ferrer proposes seconds immediately and a date, but Smith is away and no reply has been received.
Senator Pettigrew fights the Aberdeen bill as presented, planning to amend in the senate to grant squatters rights only if they located before the city’s application or at bill introduction. Critics warn many will rush in, claiming squatters on the Dayton tract seek land for a nominal sum, denying the city any real benefit.
England contemplates possible retaliation against the United States for the tariff increase. The ministry hints at applying duties on staple American products if reciprocal reductions are not offered. Manufacturing districts feel strongly, with Holland sharing concern over Sumatra tobacco trade. Discrimination against American goods is a contemplated policy possibility.
The report notes several pension-related bills introduced by Minnesota members passed. A separate item from Chicago reports the Union Stock Yards sale nearing completion by an English syndicate, with Nelson Morris and P. D. Armour commenting on terms. No money is paid yet, but a purchase could yield control via Western stockholders and transfer about $10,000,000 if closed.
Nick Paulus, a fireman on a Great Northern freight bound west, was run over and killed in Moorhead Minnesota yards. The coroner's jury censured the west bound train for carelessness. The conductor was receiving orders and the engineer eating lunch when the accident occurred. the engineer died instantly upon discovery.
The dominion government informed Pacific coast vessel owners that there is no assurance their ships will be free from molestation if intercepted by American cruisers in Behring Sea. It warned that owners bear full responsibility for any actions arising during hunting in those waters.
The House voted the McKinley tariff bill amid a near riotous scene as lawmakers shouted and talked over each other. Major crop of votes shifted with McKinley and Reed directing maneuvering to shore up the party line. Woolen goods, silk, and vinegar provisions passed amid partisan applause, while some Republicans defected on select amendments.
Montana Supreme Court rules in favor of John E. Lloyd over Eugene Sullivan in the Silver Bow county sheriff contest. Precinct 34 fraud, the tunnel precinct, is central as clerks allegedly signed returns without writing them or seeing them before signing. Justices criticize the canvassing process and clerk participation.
Assistant Secretary Chandler announced a decision on Frank Aldrich's appeal challenging an entry suspension for acreage excess. The tract involved lies in a land block platted as Forest City, South Dakota, formerly the Potter County seat, reflecting a notable federal land review.
A Minneapolis man is tied to a plan to seize Lower California and establish an independent republic to be annexed to the United States. Los Angeles and San Diego are named as key hubs with a provisional government to be declared around Aug 1 and martial law to follow. The scheme includes nationalizing the peninsula’s land and using $100,000 for arms, with a Minneapolis resident cited as treasurer.
Mrs Florence Masterson wife of ex Judge Murat Masterson of Prescott Ariz died suddenly at the Grand Union Hotel New York city aged 30. estranged for months she had hoped to reconcile and see her son. Coroner to perform autopsy. official says likely broken heart.
York special telegram reports Henry Villard and partners organized the Chicago and Northern Pacific Terminal company and acquired key Wisconsin Central Chicago terminals. The bundle includes about fifty miles of terminal railways and hundreds of acres of land with a $9,000,000 mortgage. Deutsche Bank Berlin to place $18,000,000 in bonds with 5 percent interest and stock bonuses. Wisconsin Central would hold a majority in the new company to secure control for itself and Northern Pacific, which leases it.
The Seventeenth National Conference of Corrections and Charities closed today in Baltimore. Officers elected include President Rev. Oscar McCulloch of Indianapolis. vice presidents John Glenn of Baltimore, A. O. Wright of Madison, Myron W. Reed of Denver, Oscar Craig of Rochester, Mrs. J. J. Spear Jr. of San Francisco. treasurer W. P. Letchworth Buffalo. secretaries Alexander Johnson Indianapolis, Lucius C. Storrs Lansing, H. H. Hart Chicago, Paul A. L. Welsh Denver, Mrs. M. D. Goodlet Nashville, Miss Ellen C. Bailey Boston. Executive committee Revy. Oscar McCulloch Indianapolis, Rev. A. G. Byers Columbus, Dr. C. S. Hoyt Albany, F. H. Vines Illinois, Philip C. Garrett Philadelphia. Cardinal Gibbons delivered an address after which Baltimore’s farewell was given and President Byers, Rev. Wines of Illinois, and others spoke.
At Devils Lake Indian Reservation a string of doctor deaths raises questions. Four physicians have served the office in eighteen months, three dead and one incapacitated. Dr W T O'Donnell died soon after starting duties, followed by Dr C C Ellis who fell ill with pneumonia after ten days on the job and died. Local settlers note the reservation health is generally strong, suggesting no hidden illness in the community.
In Cleveland Ohio Special the casket of ex President Garfield was opened before transfer to the memorial structure to refute talk that the body was missing. The body appeared well preserved and clearly recognizable though hair had fallen, beard grown two inches, eyes and mouth closed, features shrunk yet white. His sons Harry and James R declined to view and the lid was resealed.
The twenty first annual meeting of the Hahnemann Medical Association of Iowa convened in this city today with about forty delegates present. John Brennan welcomed attendees, President J. K. King of Eldora replied, and the president read his annual address. The hospital committee reported Sioux City hospital in good condition and that most of the state appropriation was remised by the state Salversty faculty. Tomorrow will be taken up with reading and discussing papers.
The annual meeting of the Canadian Anthracite Coal company with Alberta lands was held in Eau Claire Wisconsin. Attendees included Frederick Weyeshaeuser Rock Island Ill J G Thoy Cambridge Mass A Pugh St Paul E P Barker Banff Alberta O H Ingram and Captain Tainter of Eau Claire. Mining is suspended for now but development will be pushed this season. Several hundred thousand tons have been shipped to the Pacific coast since opening.
A Brooklyn preacher expounds Esther vii 10 through the Mordecai tale, warning that worldly vanity and pride invite downfall. He contrasts Haman and Mordecai, stresses the futility of seeking honor through power, and urges steadfast faith over worldly success, purity of motive, and divine judgment.
Ex Senator John B Henderson of Missouri credited by the New York Press with praising the Pan American congress as largely successful. He notes the international arbitration resolution could spark global change toward disarmament in time and urges Europe to adopt peace as the normal state to avoid costly standing armies.
In a terse dialogue a husband voices regret about marriage while his wife counters with a pointed reply. The exchange hints at underlying strain in their relationship, capturing a moment of domestic tension between two unnamed individuals.
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