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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1895
Page
3
The New York Times argues Emperor William glorifies past German wins over France to distract from rising socialism. It contends Germany should honor real achievements in letters science and art, not celebrate victories from 250 years ago when France was weak.
A bishop journeys nearly 700 miles through the bush to reach the center of his Mashonaland diocese in South Africa. He recalls a harsh trek with little food and dust filled days, pausing at a wayside shanty where prospectors gather. He notes being the world’s only bishop on that Sunday and describes eating bilting slices washed with billy tea.
Advertisement for Empire Manufacturing Co. of Quincy Illinois offering low metal wagon wheels with wide tires from 20 to 56 inches diameter and 1 to 8 inches wide. Claims savings in loading fodder manure and grain, reduced blacksmith costs, and longer life than wooden wheels, with free catalogue on request.
The term black guard arose with coal use in households as unliveried coal carriers were seen as lowly and unclean. Twelve centuries ago colliers faced public disdain, and writers noted their knavery, linking the word to reproach and social class.
The advertisement promotes WM Atlas with up-to-date maps and descriptive matter. It invites readers in the Northwest to obtain the atlas by mail for 15 cents, sent to any address, through G. P. Whitney of the Great Northern Railway in St. Paul Minnesota.
A short humorous sketch from the New York Recorder mocks a natural born farmer who moves to California, grows oranges, funds real estate, and now cycles rents every six months. The dialogue playfully traces a flashy rise from farming to speculative ventures.
A fragmented OCR item references Caesar and Brutus in a cryptic note about postmasters, mentioning a line about “my heart in the coffin.” The brief hints at individuals and a possible public notice angle, with vague historic names and roles.
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasing laxative with natural action on kidneys liver and bowels. It claims quick relief from scolds headaches fevers and constipation and notes the product is manufactured only by the California Fig Syrup Co with bottles at 50c and $1.
Luke Abershaw investigates Mr Medlicotts death after a glass of barley water is found poisoned Rosamond is questioned and the box in her room yields bottles tied to a murder plot Dr Grant and Mr Grey push for a legal hold while Rosamond lies between life and death and Godfrey Medlicott arrives seeking answers
An old man tells Master Godfrey he cannot see her now after a dreadful blow and asks about the cause of a death. Mr. Grey arrives, greets the young man, and leads him to the dining room as a continuation of a previously known conversation.
Harper's Magazine describes the cow puncher’s attire, gear, and riding technique as he drives wild beeves through rough terrain. It details chaps, leather saddles, ropes, and pistols, and explains how man and horse navigate thorny chaparral, rocky washes, and shifting soil.
Advice warns that eggs laid by winged moths in garments lead to larvae that eat fabrics. If no eggs are present, tight wrapping suffices. camphor or tar paper are unnecessary. If eggs exist, a closet with spirits of turpentine can destroy larvae but leaves a strong odor.
A. W. Green recalls aboard the Queen witnessing a massive ice calving at Muir Glacier Bay. A giant ice shaft rose 200 feet, followed by four more, flaming sunlight on deep green ice as the ship backed away. Capt. Jackson of the U S service notes such sights are unparalleled.
A visitor consoles a boy named Willie who laments that his brothers have vacations while he has none because he has not started school yet. Willie sobs as he explains his situation.
A cook inspects labels carefully to avoid imitations and insists on Royal Baking Powder. When the grocer sends inferior products she returns them until she receives the Royal brand, praised for its quality and economy as it lasts longer in use.
Prof Fraser of Edinburgh develops antivenine by using venom exposure to build immunity in animals. He shows blood serum from protected subjects can neutralize lethal doses of cobra venom in tests, suggesting a major medical breakthrough. This method challenges current snake bite treatment and may become a century defining discovery.
A New York Recorder account recalls a scene at the Ebbitt House where a very young couple share a tense moment during a morning call. The bride in lavender weeps as the groom, in a black frock coat, contemplates leaving after six days of marriage.
Dr D Arsenyal reports experiments on the electric ray noting a 10 candle power lamp powered by the fish’s electric organ. In a 12 to 15 inch fish the current is 2 to 7 amperes with 8 to 17 volts EMF, the discharge alternating in rapid diminishing bursts. The back acts as positive pole and the belly as negative, with the organ emitting sound and heating when the circuit closes.
Engineering news notes faster East and West Coast services. The East Coast train beat London to Aberdeen, 523 miles in 520 minutes, with York and Edinburgh legs at 182 and 879 minutes. The West Coast run covered 540 miles in 535 minutes, finishing 15 minutes later. Both trains reportedly reached Kinnar Junction together.
A new patented dry kiln process dries cypress shingles in a moist atmosphere keeping surfaces damp until interior heat releases moisture as steam. This method prevents unequal expansion, avoids checks or warping, and yields shingles in perfect condition for roofing.
Prof Austen at the Royal Mint reports electrolysis in a cell with sodium amalgam separated from mercury by glass. After operation the amalgam loses weight while the mercury gains the same amount, indicating glass porosity to certain light molecules. Similar results with lithium. potassium fails to penetrate.
A couple quarrels over money during a bonnet shopping trip. The woman notes her desire for a few items, while the man insists he has only a few dollars and left his money at home.
The article argues for pedigree seeds and careful seed corn selection to boost yields, noting corn’s high per-bushel potential and detailing methods to select, cure, and store seed. It cites soil tests, test years, and example gains, plus notes on grain cleaning and weed removal. It also covers feeding hens meat-based protein to improve egg yield and discusses fall sowing for summer feed with rye oats clover and rape.
The article argues farmers should keep yards tidy, fences repaired, and buildings painted to improve appearance and value. It contends neatness saves time, attracts buyers, and yields a more contented life, urging farmers to brace up and work without overdoing it.
The author argues that wheat crop failures stem from improper seeding and fertilizing rather than weather. Proper soil preparation last autumn yields 22 to 35 bushels per acre, while poorly prepared fields produced 2.5 to 6 bushels or were not harvested.
A reader shares a simple method to capture insects using wide mouthed bottles or jars half filled with thin molasses or very sweet water. The trap allegedly catches butterflies moths millets beetles that infest fruit trees vines vegetables and flowers, noting worms on grape vines tobacco tomatoes and Irish potatoes can be trapped.
Texas experiment station reports that cottonseed feeding increases and maintains milk flow and fat content. It allows creamery processing at higher temperatures and yields firmer, saltable butter with a waxy texture but not to a marked or exaggerated degree. The article urges prudent use due to cheapness and value of cottonseed as cattle feed.
A correspondent endorses a one inch deep earthen saucer with a central hole as a plant protector. It yields larger, cleaner berries, acts as mulch to reduce soil drying, shelters roots from rain, and simplifies weeding and harvesting. Inverting saucers in winter provides protection. Farm News approves.
Orange Judd Farmer suggests seeding poor land with rye in fall for better root depth. In spring sow clover or a mix of clover and timothy after frost thaws, then smooth the ground to avoid harming rye. Proper seeding depth improves drought resilience of grasses and clovers.
Practical agricultural guidance from Western Plowman on grain markets, feeding strategies, and crop choices. Emphasizes timely marketing, debt reduction, rye and clover use for hogs, proper rye feeding to avoid choking, pig starter regimes, milk-based piglet rations, mangolds for cooling and udder health, and the transition from grandiose to efficient farming techniques.
Skeptical sufferers urged to test Dr Schiffmann’s remedy for asthma hay fever phthisis and bronchitis. He offers a free trial package to all who send name and address with no charge before Oct 10. Address 825 Rosabel Street St Paul Minn.
The Navy Department plans a uniform method to move injured sailors from decks to the sick bay. Trials on the Chicago showed satisfactory results. hammocks and a long stretch bar will lower wounded feet first, with two turns of the armpit lashings to secure them.
A Brooklyn rat-catcher returning from a club with fifty live rats faced a puzzled policeman. A politician questioned him, then seven rats bit the officer as forty three escaped, leaving the street full of rodents. The tale warns slang can cause dangerous misunderstandings.
Readers are warned that some druggists push 48 imitations of Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters, but reputable merchants will not stock them. Demand the genuine sovereign remedy for malaria rheumatism dyspepsia constipation stomach complaints and nervousness and insist on honesty from the dealer.
A brief chat from the New York Recorder noting a woman admiring a baby. She asks the sex and age, learning the child is a four month old girl described as "ootsy tootsy" and "lovely" in a casual exchange.
Advert Says every mother should keep a bottle of Parker's Ginger Tonic at hand for pain, weakness, colds and sleeplessness. The claim emphasizes its universal usefulness and soothing properties.
Italy agrees to Switzerland’s plan for a tunnel through the Simpion region. The accord signals cooperation on cross border transport and regional connectivity. Both nations aim to advance engineering work and funding arrangements in the coming months.
An advertisement urges readers to buy Hindercorns to remove corns and provide foot comfort, recommending ask your druggist for it.
Charlie explains his awkward moment after a first introduction when he couldn't think of anything to say and stumbled into the marriage proposal. The exchange reveals a humorous memory from their early meeting.
William Jay as referee recommends buying and fitting a cottage near the Eastern State hospital in Williamsburg Virginia for Miss Marie Marshall an inmate with a high annual income and substantial trust funds The plan argues the $50 000 cottage is justified by her circumstances and needs as detailed by her committee in New York Tribune report.
A dramatic moment shows a man facing warlike odds deciding to act with renewed courage. He proclaims that life will not die and urges a decisive strike as the crowd favors the pitcher.
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