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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1887
Page
2
Brainerd Minnesota based Brainerd Dispatch is published by Ingersoll and Wieland. The publishers operate the local newspaper serving the Brainerd area.
The article notes that if Governor Barrett dies his term would be filled by Lieutenant Governor Waterman, a Republican, indicating a potential succession.
Since June 22 an oil well on the Martin farm near Oil City Pennsylvania has yielded a profit of 98 600 dollars and continues to pump fifty barrels per hour. The report notes substantial remaining oil in the earth.
William E. Gladstone in a heavy overcoat braves warm weather while Hannibal Hamlin, equally vigorous, goes without an overcoat in January. The contrast highlights their robust constitutions across seasonal climates.
James M. Swank of the Iron and Steel Association notes imports for the year ending June 30 totaled 1 141 774 gross tons, vastly higher than the 1 427 113 tons imported in 1885 and 1886 combined.
The tobacco crop this season will be sixty percent smaller than last year. Despite the drop, suppliers continue using substitutes to fill cigar wrappers, and statistician Dodge of the Bureau of Agriculture now admits his previous estimate was unreliable.
The manager of a leading lake steamship line says accommodation for tourists is inadequate and hundreds are turned away weekly. He notes the lake to ocean voyage via the St Lawrence is the coolest and most enjoyable, predicting travel will likely double next year.
A historical note records Richard Scott who fled in 1885 with funds from the Manhattan Bank of New York. He claims he was urged to steal a million dollars but admits taking 160 thousand and giving away most of it leaving about ten thousand. He expresses deep contrition though the extent of guilt is unclear.
Dispatches from San Francisco claim large quantities of wheat bought by corner manipulators at about $1.70 to $2.17 per hundredweight must fall to $1.20 before profitable shipment. Wheat held above world market prices until harvest is a dead weight on the farm sector, risking widespread agricultural hardship until it is cleared.
A Rome letter notes July heat with temperatures around 112 degrees. It describes Romans retreating to shade early, workers starting at dawn and resting from 11 or noon until mid afternoon, then returning as the sun lowers. Streets during siesta show people sleeping or resting on pavements in the heat of the day.
Early testimony shows immigrants are fleeced at Castle Garden with small per person charges totaling large sums. The railroads pay 4000 dollars yearly for entry access while licenses for lunch counters and baggage add thousands more, all charged to immigrants. The inquiry justifies abolishing the Treasury contract with Emigration Commissioners and placing regulation under a single head.
The Constitution notes California emigration and argues climate makes the southern Atlantic states attractive. It asserts Piedmont settlers can prosper with modest capital while Pacific coast capitalists dominate the West, warning middle class farmers from leaving may cost their fortunes.
The secretary reverses a commissioner's decision in two cases involving homestead entries in Dakota. Arthur Bedford's entry in Aberdeen district faces cancellation for non continuous residence. In Mitchell district, Orville Hildreth's purchase forfeits contestant protections after a conflicting purchase action.
Rev David Seymour of Janesville Minnesota was released by New York officials after a brief detention in Jefferson Market prison on an embezzlement charge. He faced a separate alleged conjugal affair with Editor Henry’s wife in Minnesota. Justice Duffy discharged him warning against returning to Minnesota to avoid possible lynching. Seymour said he would return to Janesville to retrieve his wife and children if pursued.
Paris witnessed the execution of Pranzini for the murders of Mme Renauld and two others. He offered no confession, resisted briefly, and was executed after a crowd gathered all night outside the Roquette prison. He claimed innocence and asked to see his mother, which was refused.
The Toledo Blade quotes Robert T. Lincoln saying he could not accept the vice presidential nomination or the presidency. He cites business sacrifices and a wish to avoid Washington life, calling the presidency a gilded prison and noting he would not yield to any demanded pledges.
The annual report notes contagious disease persisted but the state avoided large outbreaks. Small pox appeared seven times, mainly among immigrants, yet local boards and the state board contained it to households or exposed groups. The board commends the readiness to confront formidable diseases.
The general land office in Washington directed open settlement for indemnity lands along the Wisconsin Central railroad and the Chicago St Paul Minneapolis and Omaha line. About 200000 acres and 125000 acres become available, excluding selected lands from Hudson to Superior. Local land offices at Ashland Eau Claire Wausau La Crosse and Falls of St Croix were notified.
The Montana extension of the Manitoba road shows rapid progress with 412 miles of track laid since April 1 from Minot. The line now reaches west of Fort Belknap and is about 25 miles from Fort Assiniboine. End of track to Great Falls spans 138 miles with completion expected in October for the 550 mile extension.
The Manitoba Railroad company begins a large project, with 60 workers now preparing grades for two extra tracks from St. Paul to Minneapolis. The plan doubles traffic, aiming to have the new lines running by October.
At the Allentown state Democratic Convention ex congressman Post acted as temporary chair. A six person sub committee led by Scott prepared a report. J. Ross Thompson was nominated for supreme judge and B. J. McGrann for state treasurer. The platform reaffirmed the Chicago Convention resolutions of 1884.
An Oak Lake Manitoba farmer Henry Saunders who lost his voice during Northwest rebellion service has regained speech and asks the dominion government to continue his pension. Other items note promotions after Rear Admiral Davis's retirement, various arrests, and dispatches from the Uinta agency and Chicago.
At Des Moines the Iowa Democratic State Convention opened with 619 delegates. Senator W. W. Dodge served as temporary chairman, Cato Sills became permanent chair man, and the initial ballots named Maj. J. T. Anderson and others for governor and state officers. Resolutions urged tariff revision to a revenue basis, regulAtions to curb liquor traffic, and support for local option licenses with a $500 minimum.
Dr Charles R Brasil of Avoca Iowa county faced death by own action in Dodgeville jail after being suspected in his wife’s sudden death. Insurer Northwestern Mutual Life challenged payout of a 4000 policy by claiming Brasil was sane at death. His life story includes war service, bigamy, horse stealing, a Joliet prison term and a fatal act involving a local Avoca girl.
Attorney General Clapp served the formal notice terminating the Minnesota prison labor contract as required by last winter’s law. The board of prison inspectors and Warden Stordock signed the notice. receivers and company officials were notified. Gov. McGill said the prison labor system has long been opposed and contracts will end Sept 1 1888 with future decisions on use of funds and labor.
The Minnesota state auditor reports a surge of land disputes over swamp versus arable land. Dozens claim lands as homesteads that are listed as swamp lands, with Auditor Braden noting changing water and drainage conditions since 1560 and predicting possible government rulings affecting state finances.
The second Minneapolis Exposition opened last week with President Ashburn presiding. Addresses were delivered by Ashburn Mayor Ames and Gov. McGill. Bishop Foss gave an oration, Father McGorrick was chaplain, and a 200-voice choir plus a Cadet band performed. About 10 000 attended first day and the exhibits impressed visitors with diverse art displays and city illumination.
The North Hudson Building and Loan association organized in 1875 with 100000 capital has collapsed. About 58000 of stock paid in, mostly by local businessmen and workers, with no filed articles of incorporation. Secretary F H Harvey kept no books, issued statements, died recently, and a committee failed to audit. Deficiency exceeds 12000, with promises to refund cash subscriptions within two years.
A syndicate of English and American capitalists provides ten million dollars to buy a controlling interest in the Baltimore and Ohio. Management will be placed in trusted hands, with A J Cassatt commonly believed as successor to Robert Garrett. Contracts to align with Pennsylv ania and Reading railroads north of Philadelphia and to suspend Philadelphia to New York extension work are key points.
A contract would place the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad under practical operation by the Pennsylvania system after divesting ancillary ventures. The agreement involves the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad company and a syndicate including J. P. Morgan & Co. Baring Brothers Brown Shipley Drexel Morgan and Brown Brothers.
Bishop William Logan Harris of the Methodist Church died at his New York home on the 2nd after a month of heart trouble following a voyage from Liverpool. Born November 4, 1817 in Mansfield Ohio, he served as a pillar of Methodism, abolitionist leader, and globe trotter in service of missionary work.
The president approves the general court martial findings in the case of Capt Cyrus N Gray Twenty fifth Infantry United States Army. He was found guilty of being drunk on duty and his sentence took effect ending his army career. Gray born in Indiana served twenty six years entering as private in 1861 and rising to captain before resigning in 1865.
Marie Chang an eminent Chinese envoy and two secretaries land in Philadelphia to finalize a deal between a Philadelphia syndicate and the Chinese government to organize a national bank in China on the American model. The move includes railroads and telephone networks as part of broader modernization.
Minnesota notes announce a reunion of Fourth Minnesota Volunteer Infantry survivors at the State Fair Grounds in St. Paul on September 14 and 15 during fair week. Veterans may camp with tents and rations arranged, with family members welcome. Excursion rates are 11-2 cents per mile on railroads. Other local items cover marriages, appointments, bequests, fires, weather, and crime.
An 1835 id letter written in Chicago by Lambert Hitchcock from Hitch cockville, Litchfield county, preserved by his son Henry. Extracts describe a thirteen day Detroit to Chicago trek, Michigan territory, and Indiana routes with notes on terrain, rivers, and early settlements. Hitchcock reports on land types, prairie lands, marshes, and timber, plus the frontier towns, log houses, and emigrants settling along the Chicago road. He notes Chicago’s growth, ranks its population around 4,000 to 5,000, and mentions local businesses and professions including chairmakers observations. He plans to continue to St Louis via the Illinois river.
Jewelry notes recount Mrs Mary Jane Morgan owning a $200000 diamond riviere necklace with a $48000 centre stone set at Tiffanys. Diamonds moved between the necklace and other pieces, growing the piece through additions until her death. Tiffanys later bought the necklace for $60000 and broke it up after sale proceeds.
R P Concannon a 29 year old Emerson Nebraska depot operator recounts a life rich in war. He served in the British army across Africa including Baantaland Zulu campaigns Tel el Kebir and the capture of Alexandria. He was wounded and decorated by Queen Victoria for bravery and life saving actions.
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