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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1888
Page
2
Brainerd New Jersey officials reveal a yearly ribbon production reaching about 37.06 million yards, equivalent to roughly 22 731 miles if laid end to end. The figure reflects a substantial output in a single year for the regional crafting program.
A breeder report claims American bred canaries develop harsher voices with each generation while German birds must be repeatedly imported to keep a mellow tone.
A large meteor was seen passing over Minden Louisiana recently, bright enough to read by for several minutes. It exploded with a report comparable to a cannon, startling residents and drawing attention.
The remark notes that Victoria accepts only one wedding present, an India shawl, implying that Indian subjects shower her with hundreds of gifts as a direct result of her status and duties.
A petrified fish was discovered in the top branches of a large tree that had been felled near Winchester Ohio. Authorities believe the fish was dropped from a bird of prey possibly an eagle during flight.
Mrs. Maria Louise Genet Van Rensselaer, widow of Cornelius Van Rensselaer, died recently at Greenbush New York at age 86. She was daughter of Edmond Charles Genet known as Citizen Genet, ambassador to the United States from the first French Republic in 1793.
Countess Tolstoi, wife of the Russian novelist and reformer, reportedly does not share his extreme religious views. She threatens to seek an official sanity investigation if he proceeds with plans to sell all he has and give the money to the poor.
Hunter J. Depuy and a large bear battled in a Catskills cave. The hunter used limited ammunition and his knife as the struggle wore on, the bear’s claws proving insufficient. Depuy ultimately stabbed the bear’s heart, winning the encounter.
A Waterbury resident rode an electric car and found his gold watch became magnetized, stopping soon after. He now faces a $1.50 bill to have the repeater freed from magnetic influence.
Mr Bartlett of Smyrna and two companions on a missionary tour were waylaid by brigands who robbed them of about thirty dollars and their watches. After threats they were released, and the party escaped without physical harm.
A Dickinson college student named Price paid a heavy fine for a reckless act that involved throwing a ball with such force that he fractured the bones of his right arm. His teammates attempted to realign a suspected dislocation, pulling harshly enough to break the other arm bone as well.
The mother of a would be elopée telegraphed Bolton police to arrest her daughter on a passing train. Two lame girls were aboard, and the wrong one was taken into custody while the other continued and married.
Three weeks ago contractors reported the iron roof for a new Augusta building shipped by rail. Since then no word or trace has appeared despite earnest search. Fourteen Augustas exist in the country, so if any town finds an iron roof not theirs, return it for a suitable reward.
A coal laden canal boat at Douglas ton broke its hawser and drifted independently. It rode the current to a drawbridge where the rising tide lifted the bridge and damaged gear. The bridge-tender found the captain sleeping, seemingly in Morpheus arms.
The text portrays the German Emperor as a difficult, domineering child who sulked when thwarted and exploited his royal status. Nurses enforced strict equality in the nursery, shaping interactions with peers. Prince Henry and Princess Sophie are described as more popular and beloved by their playmates.
A warrant issued at Worthgin by Justice Walter accuses Missouri Representative Glover of false swearing. The paper names James H. Graham as complainant, alleging Graham lied about being detained and disorderly in Washington. Graham was Glover’s private secretary and now faces housebreaking charges involving papers from Glover on Sept 10.
Report covers Salgotaria Hungary coal mine flood where twenty miners drowned. Also notes Ole Olsen severely injured by a cannon blast at Winona Minnesota. Philip Baer, twenty eight, crushed between gates in New York while rushing to a ball. a ticket found in his pocket. Nantes and Theodore Ruger collide near the Lizard. Nantes sinks with unknown fate of crew.
Dr. Hostetter known as the bitters man died recently leaving life policies totaling 361000, mostly taken out in recent years. He planned more coverage to reach 500000, but insurers refused. Henry Villard, in New York, is homebound with a minor illness after visiting Democratic HQ on election day. A Boston family reportedly suffers a hereditary curse of daughters’ sons bleeding to death, connected to a legendary ghost sighting after a distant ancestor killed a rich man.
A string of 19th century crimes and incidents includes Martin Newman's arrest in Washington for marriage fraud and a fake engagement, a Marion election row stabbing in Ohio, and the seizure of suspects in a Boston robbery. Additional reports cite a Tennessee wife accused in a farmer’s death, a Huron doctor’s suicide, a Creston shooting linked to a strike, a German spy trial in Nice, a Collamer grocer’s arson and self harm, and related sensational details.
Seventy thousand mahdi followers attacked Wadai in Africa, the garrison repulsed them but they captured the town and the sultan fled to Ghiri. A Paris reporter notes Lebel rifle trials at 600 metres, a ball passing through five manikins and through sheep at 2,500 metres. W Hanna of Virden seeks missing brother in law John M. Laurie, now found in Winnipeg after a trek via Seattle, tied to a sum of money amid theft losses. A Panama steamer reports a large fire near Villeta, Colombia, where stubble-fed flames destroyed houses, many children perished, and cattle losses were heavy. At Carthagena there.
Reports describe great losses from drought and forest fires with crops fast failing and valuable properties burned. The fires reportedly consumed a large sugar canal and buildings, while coffee plants were also destroyed. Ex-Queen Patelie's appeals to Constantinople and Athens failed. The Russian synod leans to a mild protest sent as a letter to Natalie, not to the Serbian church head.
In Rapid City South Dakota a record funeral procession from Librart hall to Fertgrel cemetery involved over 4 200 people and more than one hundred vehicles for the reburial of J W Patterson George W Jones and Thomas K Pendleton murdered Aug 22 in the Rapid City area. Also details of a New York waif seeking identity labeled Dexter Roosevelt and police inquiries at La Crescent over a fatal Crescent Minnesota election day incident.
Dispatches from Pittsburg Kansas describe hours after a mine explosion terrible suffering and death. Women with babies cling to partners as rescuers fight through smoke and flame. Miners from other shafts aided in rescue while bodies lay in the engine house as rain and snow battered the dead.
Eccentric physician Dr Henry Hiller is buried in Wilmington after a grand funeral car procession. The catafalque costly carriage, brick tomb, cedar casket, and brass screws mark an estate potentially worth 13 million dollars with holdings in Wilmington Boston Winchester Wellfleet Tremont Row Boston and ships and stocks. Public viewed private services included the will read by a justice of the peace.
The Court of Common Pleas at Philadelphia issued an attachment against inventor John W Keely for contempt of court by refusing to reveal information for experts examining his device the Keely motor The rule to dissolve the injunction and to open the sealed package in court custody was discharged and the injunction kept in place until further notice The case stems from equity proceedings brought by Bennet C Wilson in 1869 with a panel of experts trying to determine if Keely's motor matched a specified device Keely may be jailed at any time pending the court's pleasure
Thousands of Republicans gathered at Madrid’s station as Senor Canovas del Castillo arrived from Seville. A hostile crowd hurled stones at his carriage, smashing windows while police and gendarmes shielded him. Senora Canovas was lightly struck. the mob later protested outside the Conservative club and Epoca building. No clashes with police occurred.
The article reports Wassillyie, a Russian ex-prisoner, alleged as the “Savior of lost souls,” who led a sect and preyed on vulnerable women in Paris. After a string of brutal killings mirrored Whitechapel, he was captured, deemed insane, and sent back to Russia. his wealth remains.
New York socialite Mrs. Voorhees describes a grim Alaska tour in which she asserts an unchecked crime wave against Indian women. She cites abductions, alcohol-fueled exploitation, and systematic abuse by miners and others, with some tribes failing to protect their daughters.
About three years ago A. L. Bressler, son of a Detroit millionaire, traveled to Germany with letters from US officials and joined a state militia at Ann Arbor. Reports claim he was arrested in Munich for false representations and unpaid bills, sparking spy suspicions. his father Charles T. Bressler sailed for Europe to investigate.
An explosion in Senrietta Texas wrecked a wing of the courthouse and damaged surrounding buildings on the square. Dynamite was placed under the wing with motive suspected as a bid to destroy records. No investigation occurred immediately as Republicans were believed to be celebrating.
A massive fire swept six stories of the Gauge and Lantern works in Aio New York. Dozens fled by window as ladders failed and many workers leaped to escape. Five bodies recovered, sixteen seriously injured, others unaccounted for. total loss placed around $225,000 with $179,000 in insurance.
A Pittsburg special reports the 160 men mining at Shaft No 2 in Frontenac Kansas were buried by a massive explosion on Friday November 9. Rescue attempts failed due to foul air and damp, with two men escaping to the surface. The disaster devastates Kansas coal country as villagers gather amid snow and burning timbers hoping for survivors.
J. C. Howard was arrested in Helena Montana on charges tied to numerous burglaries last spring. Police traced him through stolen clothing he had sold to unsuspecting buyers, linking him to the crimes.
Minnesota returns indicate President Harrison ahead of Cleveland by 83,017 and Merriam 24,427 above Wilson, with many counties awaiting official totals. Pluralities and partial tallies are listed by district, showing district-wide gains for Congress and broader leads across counties as canvass continues.
David Drew grew ancient wheat from mummy grains excavated near Memphis Egypt. The plant stood six and a half to seven feet tall with a downward hanging cluster of twigs each bearing kernels. Next year expected larger, higher quality crop than modern grain. Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
A man from East Windham released a large black bear by removing its neck strap. In summer the strap could not be reapplied, so the bear was given nearly a gallon of whisky. After drinking, Bruin behaved as if intoxicated and the strap was tied on. The next day the bear was headachy and unwell.
Mr J H Parnell brother of Charles Stewart Parnell arrives in New York aboard the Aurania and says his brother is confident of victory in the Times suit. He notes Ireland's prosperity and warns Charles is overworked. Jaehne case upheld. he remains in Sing Sing. A Chicago couple registered at Farwell House died by gas in a suspected double suicide attempt.
The article notes massive celebrations in Indianapolis as Harrison’s nomination is conceded, with 10,000 Republicans parading through mud and rain. Washington reactions discuss cabinet rumors, potential posts, and the spread of upbeat mood following the election outcome.
A large deputation from Lee's Creek reached Ottawa to interview the minister of the interior as Mormon settlers in the Canadian Northwest push to secure a town site after homesteading. An elder, son of the late Prophet Smith, says proselyting will extend to this country and Europe while evading any law violations. Officials wonder how Canada will handle the growing Mormon foothold and emigration from Utah.
Minnesota brief notes report a new Austin terra cotta works kiln, Jackson public school division into four apartments, Le Roy creamery paying $4,000 monthly, convictions for adulterated milk in Red Wing, Hastings wheat shipments, fines for a Stillwater youth, Winona Masonic temple progress, $10,000 stock subscribes, lectures at Carleton College, prairie fire victims, accidents, arson and escape charges, and mixed verdicts on St Paul election law efficiency with varied voting times across districts.
Practical tips on removing lime from pots with vinegar and polishing glass with paper. Advice on selecting pigeons, padding holding surfaces, and using old boot tops as holders. Emphasis on scales, pie plate cleaning, and silver writing desk ornaments. Brass cleaning with ammonia, worm control in jars, and comforting flannel washcloths. Cold remedies with onions, and detailed pudding boiling and preparation guidance.
Georgie R. Parkin argues in The Century that America’s great strength lies in easy movement from bottom to top of society, fueling energy across classes. He cautions that unlike England, America loses when success fails to pass cultural or social advantages down families, risking national decline.
A New York Sun item notes a chain where Russian and Polish Jewish buyers purchase old shoes for 20 cents to $1, then resell to shoemakers who patch them and sell to Baxter Street and Bowery dealers. The process profits appear to leave the least fortunate with 50 cents to $2 per pair. The piece comments on waste in the economy.
Practical home guidance lists cleaning and salt water baths for beds, then turpentine applications to joins and cracks to exterminate bed bugs. It advises Persian insect powder for moths and roaches, aqua ammonia for various pests, and wood ashes for larvae and flies, noting immediate effects and cautioning on safe use. It emphasizes daily attention and reapplication if needed.
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