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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1893
Page
2
Brainerd Dispatch notes the term Wood's Money linked to 18th century troubles in Ireland and colonies. The publication references its notoriety and asserts the money was made of pinchbeck.
The record states that the total money issued by the Continental congresses and the states to sustain the War of the Revolution reached not short of 500 million dollars.
The fourteenth century praise calls William of Cologne the best painter in all German lands, noting his skill at making all sorts of men appear alive on canvas.
The article outlines four distinct Egyptian scripts Hieroglyphic Merotic Euchorial and Coptic with Hieroglyphic writing in use at least four thousand years before Christ.
Chinese cotton is being used to manufacture cloth at Wavchang on the Yangtze river. Manufacturers report difficulty teaching locals to weave.
In a Memphis Missouri digging project a cottonwood log and an old time tin bucket were reportedly unearthed at a depth of 33 feet below the surface, suggesting a long vanished occupation or storage.
A German newspaper protests the translation of Ton Brown's School days as the hingrage of the Father land arguing it is without danger to growing youths. The dispute centers on how the work is framed for German readers.
Lewis Dilks of Woodbury New Jersey claims a record for catching rats after finding 42 large rats in a wire trap set the night before in his stables.
A Missouri paper quotes a reader upset with the paper's coverage. The letter complains about weapons on the silver question and mocks the idea of gold, calling the writer a metalist who prefers silver.
An imagined circle around Russia Germany Austria and France would fit in a small area containing more armed men than exist elsewhere in the world, highlighting a vast concentration of military strength in a compact zone.
Water costs ten cents a drink on the Cherokee Strip making temperance bar rooms more profitable than other venues for now. Cowboys and sooners alike admit water is a splendid drink when bought at the bar.
Mrs Lucille Rodney who walked from Galveston Texas to the world’s fair does not regard her feat as extraordinary. A typographical error may exist in the spelling but the meaning remains unchanged.
A jacketed eighty two pound silmon weighing ice will be shown at the world’s fair by Columbia River cannery men. The fish aims to be the largest and finest specimen of its kind ever taken from the river.
Six states are represented entirely by native sons in the current Congress. Maine, Rhode Island, Delaware, Maryland, South Carolina and Louisiana provide all their delegates, while all other states borrow all or part of their delegations from other regions.
The cathedral at Mayence has acquired a relic a crucifix worn by Marie Stuart at her execution dated February 18 1578. The item is described as perfectly authentic and now housed in the sacred edifice.
Melbourne once known as Beargrass with 13 huts at Queen Victoria's accession is now ranked as the seventh city in the British empire after London Liverpool Glasgow Manchester Birmingham and Calcutta.
New York bankers rapidly retire the clearing house certificates issued in lieu of currency. The move signals easing money conditions and officials predict no further need for such certificates within a fortnight. Financial skies brighten daily.
A survey for a transpacific cable selects a Monterey Bay to Honolulu route designed to minimize wire length. The path avoids submarine mountains and favors an even seabed to protect and preserve the cable.
After the congress of religious ends, Chicago readies to host the Pan American Congress of Physicians. Doctors of medicine are expected to be more peaceable than theologians as medical ethics discourage disputes over non-essential points.
A $105,000 voluntary subscription fund is raised for widows and children of men who died in the cold storage warehouse fire. Adults will receive $2,000 each, with a substantial interest fund established for the children.
Insurance Inspector Cowie uncovers a large scale firebug operation in Chicago with links to prominent figures. The piece notes leniency of American laws toward incendiaries and train robbers as enabling such flourishing illicit industries.
Dialogue recalls a planned spread at Mrs Dun gie's last night where guests wore hoop skirts. The exchange hints at social expectations and attire without detailing participants or outcomes.
Odd exchange as Sam Johnson challenges the debble about a cigar. Jeems Webster insists the cigars are good but notes the others did not draw, claiming he soaked them in kerosene causing the barns to burn rapidly.
A compact weekly digest surveys key events from home and abroad. It highlights major political, economic, and cultural developments, presented in brisk summaries for rapid reading.
The house committee on territories reports a bill for Utah’s admission as a state. The collector of the port of San Francisco refuses to appoint twenty deputies without pay to enforce the Geary law. A bill to authorize construction of a first class steam revenue cutter for the Great Lakes with $175,000 appropriated was presented by Mr. Somers.
Prof Briggs denies joining Episcopal church. Bishop Whittle of Virginia faces potential blindness at Clifton Springs. Mrs Brenson of Atchison learned printing at twelve. Miss Helen Murphy wed in London to Don Vicente Dominguez of Argentina. John G. Drew, Irish World editor, dies in Elizabeth NJ at 72. Pensioner in Clearfield losses pension over testimonial. Capt Jesse McNeil intends to gift Crook’s sword to Crook’s widow. San Francisco preacher quits amid choir giggles and male heckling. Gen Moran of the French army adapts trench planning with parallel furrows for quick earthworks.
A cyclone wrecked buildings in Bedford Indiana killing Bert Perrin age fourteen. Fires destroyed nine buildings in Bunker Hill Illinois with sixty thousand dollars loss. Benton club stables in St Joseph Missouri burned with eleven horses killed. Cherokee strip race review notes many killed and prairie fires reported. Patters on Ohio one third destroyed. a girl missing feared burned. Lee Smith nineteen killed by rifle discharge in Oakland Illinois. Hoger Bros furniture store in Marquette Michigan burned, loss twenty five thousand dollars. Southern Pacific train derailed at New Orleans with injuries. Lon Snoddy nineteen killed after being struck by a moving train in Ashland Kentucky. Roscoe V Calvin drowned near Holland Michigan when boat capsized. Emory and Henry College student J C Br Johnson died from morphine error in Bristol Tennessee. Floods in Madison county Virginia wash away mills and dwellings near Criglersville. John T Gwathney Memphis Tennessee killed while alighting flowers at his wife’s grave near a cemetery.
A missive from the city secretary of the president L. D. Richardson ties Alderman W. J. Cripps to a case against Loughran for embezzlement. Cripps has pressed the matter, drawing attention to the ongoing prosecution.
Reports show cholera cases in Hamburg and an epidemic near Brest France while violence erupts in Austria Italy and Bohemia. The czar announces reforms in punishment laws. rioting follows Czech regiment moves. London Times notes Vienna anti-dynastic agitation. Rio de Janeiro faces paralysis from labor shortages and bombardment risks.
Western Kansas suffers destitution while Indiana considers funding smallpox relief. The Lehigh Valley shops cut hours to nine per day, and a Monticello pastor’s wife discovers a improvised gasoline fuse in their cellar. The era faces rail financial strain and labor tensions across states.
California authorities ruled the sender controls a letter until delivery in a July incident involving Nellie Horton of San Jose and Charles R. Hagan of Oakland. The note marked do not deliver to anyone except the addressed person led Oakland postmaster to return it to Nellie or her representative, affecting potential evidence in a case where Horton shot Hagan, who claimed self defense.
A sprawling list reports suicides of Edward Hagerman and William Baldrock, lynchings over land claims in the Cherokee Strip, embezzlement indictments against J K Armstrong, post office robbery at Mackinac Island, a fatal shooting of Dr A Armstrong, absconding Hartford postmaster Millicen located in Sandwich, and claims of innocence for New Orleans lynching victims. It covers phoned arrests and escapes, train robberies near Guthrie, a wave of content about arson attempts in La Grange, a desertion case in Bloomington, a Cedar Rapids arson arrest, a Detroit deserter recaptured, and mass train-disruption by tramps near St Joseph with dozens of suspects. An Arkansas mayor is jailed for a shooting, and Senator Irby causes a scene in Columbia.
A Boston Transcript joke recalls a German editor who pulls a leading article to avoid confiscation. The next day police seize the issue for “malicious ridicule” of Austrian institutions by omitting the article.
In Washington the house won a hard fought battle to secure the Tucker bill repeal of federal election laws after six hours of debate. Ex Speaker Reed led minority strategy while Democrats maintained a quorum. The rules committee then moved for a special order and the vote on Sept 26 with a final Oct 10 target.
Washington reports a brief morning session with cloture motion on the floor. Senator Welcott signals support for a quick vote on cloture but opposition to delays, while Senator Teller vows to block any rule restricting debate. Senator George continues the repeal bill debate with Hansbrough following before adjournment. House activity is quiet with no major business.
Washington reports a planned week of 11 to 6 sessions as senators focus on speechmaking and the Tucker bill repealing the federal election law. Senator Stewart signals a clash with President Cleveland over constitutional limits, while House debates the printing bill with lively rhetoric anticipated.
The debate on the Tucker bill to repeal federal election laws opened with heavy attendance in the gallery known as the black belt. Mr. Tucker of Virginia led the two weeks of discussion for the Democrats while Rep. Johnson of North Dakota delivered the minority report. Rep. Brossius of Pennsylvania spoke against the bill as the House adjourned.
In Wilkes Barre district five men died and five were seriously injured when gas ignited by Joshua Golightly's naked lamp at Lehigh and Wilkesbarre Coal's Lance colliery No 11 Plymouth. Names include David M. Jones William Jones John Flanagan Owen P. Jones and Joshua Golightly.
In Pine Bluff Arkansas on September 22 a colored farmer Robert Briscoe killed his wife with a shotgun beating her head to a jelly and burying the body in a ditch. He fled but is reportedly captured. the motive cited was her alleged elopement.
W J Murphy a Reynolds barker shot and killed Charles Link a painter once employed by T Carriff Son. Link died over rope on Murphy eight year old daughter. Coroner due in from Larimore with Roundswell. Murphy at large in Grend Forks continuing business as usual.
Andrew Pantele of Littleock Ark was brought to Wichita after being attacked by footpads between Endid two Endids. He was wounded in the arm and head, knocked down with a gun butt, and robbed of over $400. An engineer on a Rock Island train spotted his belt on the track and alerted authorities.
The Commercial Travelers' National association committee on site for the proposed new home is in Buffalo. Chairman Mack Wilson of Cleveland said the committee visited sites in Rome Syracuse Elmira Hornellsville Binghamton Jamestown Port Aurora and Mount Morris. None chosen yet. They await a Buffalo proposal. The association is incorporated in New York and the home must be built in the state.
Annapolis Md Sept 22 The Montgomery twin ship of the Detroit on its third private trial trip bursts a steam pipe off Thomas Point. Chief Engineer Zachariah Mewshaw and coal heaver John Doyle fatally scalded and soon died. The vessel had reached eighteen and a half knots.
Spokane reports a major gold placer discovery at the Kettle river near Boundary Creek about eighty miles from Spokane. Hundreds rush to the field after a Chinaman disclosed the site. Nuggets vary from 25 to 100 dollars, with one man earning 2000 dollars in three days as the placer extends for miles.
Glasgow reports granaries choked with American grain causing importers to seek storage outside the city. The grain market is glutting as merchants buy heavily, convinced that bottom prices have been reached.
Henry B. Cochran, implicated in gold bullion embezzlement, appeared before U S Commissioner Smith in Philadelphia on September 22. He waived a hearing and is held on 17000 bail for a U S district court appearance on November 20. failure to post bail sent to Moyamensing Prison.
Col. Francis W. Oury, mining engineer and governor’s staff member, was shot and killed in Arivaca, Arizona, by three masked Mexicans who entered a hotel to rob it. The proprietor and four bystanders were also shot, with the proprietor seriously wounded.
The big mill of the North Wisconsin Lumber company shut down last night for the season. The cut has been about three-quarters of their regular year's work.
News from Port au Prince reports the Haytien warship Alesandro Petion foundered off Cape Viberon. All hands, over eighty, were lost except one. Also aboard were Haytien diplomats Gen Molori M Cohen ex minister to Mexico and M de Jeans consul general en route to Santo Domingo to negotiate a treaty.
Prince Bismarck shows slow improvement at Kissingen as the emperor sends a favorable dispatch. Dr. Loweringer, his physician, submits a written health report. Counts Herbert Bismarck and Ranteau, the prince’s son in law, have arrived.
Talequah I T September 23 James William and Bill Christie, to be hanged yesterday, were granted a respite by Chief Harris. Preparations and coffins were ready as a large territorial crowd looked on. The writ of habeas corpus came from the Cherokee supreme court and the execution is now set for October 29.
Six bandits attempted a nighttime train robbery on Kansas City line. Two were killed Fred Kohler and Hugo Gleitz, four captured including N A Hurst Henry Garver and Charles Fredericks. One escaped joining Gleitz. Police pursued a sixth man to South St Joseph where Henry Geitze was captured with ammunition in pockets and missing fingers.
Senator Pettigrew sought an increase for General Elias T Campbell of Scotland 8 D from 36 to 72 dollars a month. Campbell a Pennsylvania regimental veteran lies gravely ill after multiple wounds and needs constant medical care. Pettigrew warned he will pursue a disability bill if the increase is denied.
American consul general Thomas T. Crittenden will meet Mexico's minister of finance to discuss tariff obstacles affecting U S trade. Mexico currently leans toward lower duties and impartial treatment, while the minister favors heavy taxation on protected cotton goods to boost revenue, backed by press and public opinion.
Redwood Falls Minnesota September 26 three men riding in a Chicago Northwestern box car were robbed by a gunman who ordered them to surrender valuables. One escaped, the other complied. The thief was captured after leaving the train and later broke from jail and is at large.
The Roanoke coroner's inquest continued with witness testimony but yielded no new information. A citizens' permittee of thirteen asked Mayor Trout to return and guarantee no further molestation.
West Superior Wis Sept 26 An engine and three freight cars of the Eastern Minnesota road were badly wrecked yesterday near the flour sheds. The engine rolled down a ten foot embankment.
Buffalo officials J C Bright and W H Bright of Genesee Oil are absolved of criminal responsibility in the three year old Tioga steamer naptha explosion in Chicago that killed twenty four. Judge Alfred C Coxe dismissed the indictment finding the failure to specify Tioga as a steam vessel within the three year statute fatal to the case.
Sheridan resident John Wigrer has skipped the country with property tied to chattel mortgages held by O. T. Ramsland & Co. and C. A. Francois & Co. M. W. Thurber was arrested in Belview for aiding the theft of horses, then escaped from jail and remains uncaptured.
A flowing well in Buffalo Minnesota rises ten feet above ground and, upon analysis, shows mineral properties with medicinal value. It has been developed on the property of Q L Dudley in the village center.
A tornado struck Madison Wisconsin last night causing severe damage in a two block wide southeast district. The Hess and Smith building lost its roof, nine people faced losses totaling two thousand dollars, and numerous trees were uprooted.
A six hour blaze in St Joseph Missouri devastated a large downtown block when a cigarette ignited rubbish in Townsend Wyatt and Emery store room. Poor water pressure hindered firefighting but the flames were finally checked leaving about one million dollars in damage. Insured losses include Townsend Hyatt Crockery Hoagland Bank annex and others with several sites partially uninsured.
Chicago reports cash and futures prices for corn oats and wheat with September closings and December targets. St Paul notes hogs with no receipts and steady cattle markets while Minneapolis shows May wheat opening and track prices for No 1 and No 2 milling wheats.
In Ashland Wisconsin on September 26 the circuit court saw a sensational adultery trial against ex Chief Prothers. The girl's father O Dundas was accused by defense of intimidating the witness and forcing false testimony with a revolver. The girl recanted much of her earlier sworn statements, claiming duress while implicating Prothers and his brothers.
Berlin reports a rumor that the Russian czar may alter succession naming Grand Duke Michael as heir over the czarewitch. The move is said to reflect the young heir's strength of character, views on Jewish persecution, and the czar's preference for Michael over his other sons.
In Baufaula Florida the decomposed body of Thomas Gray was found four miles from town. Joe Dick a full blooded Indian was brought in by Light Horseman Lewis McGilbra charged with the murder. Dick will be tried in the Indian courts.
James J. Corbett, the boxing champion, signed the formal articles at Asbury Park to fight English champion Charles Mitchell before the Coney Island Athletic Club in December. Mitchell has signed as well.
Lincoln Neb Sept 24 A Verdigres Neb dispatch reports cattle thieves linked to Niobrara cases cooled excitement as prominent prisoners appeared in court. They secured continuances and bonds with trial set around Oct 10 in Pierce county.
Aberdeen announces the Dakota Farmer weekly paper will be removed from Huron to Aberdeen this week. The semi monthly publication is edited by W. F. T. Bushnell.
Detectives fail to locate Jennie Mehl daughter of Eugene Mehl of St Paul after a week disappearance from home. Police report she may have married James Robinson, prompting private investigators to pursue her whereabouts with support from the Mehls and awaiting Eugene Mehl Jr. arrival from New York for further action.
Delegates of the state judicial convention returned home satisfied with the result and determined to elect the ticket. The nominees Carson Kellam and Bennett were hailed by hundreds of delegates and citizens as the special train departed amid cheering.
A fire yesterday at the La Escondida Hacienda in Tepic, owned by Juan A. De Guire & Co., consumed 400 barrels of wine and a large quantity of sugar, destroying about 300000 dollars in property.
A vandal desecrating cemeteries in Hudson Wisconsin and other cities has been captured at Prescott. He will be brought to Hudson for trial.
John H. Conrad, husband of Mrs. Barnaby’s daughter, files for divorce naming three alleged corespondents amid a Helena domestic scandal connected to Dr. Graves’s murder case. Details trace offenses across 1888 to 1902 in Chicago, Denver, New York, St Augustine, and Helena. A recent domestic dispute at Conrad’s house preceded the filing.
The Des Moines report says all crops are safe with corn drying rapidly and ready to crib early. The season yield is estimated around forty bushels per acre, with state total near 240 million bushels, subject to husking revisions. Dry conditions limit plowing and fall seeding will be much less than last year.
In Carleton an armed mass meeting led to the creation of a vigilance committee after a bank robbery last Saturday. A citizen was held up nearby and robbed of 200 dollars while the group organized, with no arrest reported yet.
John O'Brien, a non union iron worker, sought to kill General Manager George Tatlin at Lockhart Iron and Steel works after being displaced by a striker. Disarmed by two deputy sheriffs on duty, he was jailed for carrying concealed weapons in Pittsburg.
Gov. Torrey and Attorney General Pickett approved an agreement by the penitentiary commissioners and East Tennessee Land Company for the state to buy 9000 acres of coal lands in Morgan County for 80000 dollars. Upon lease expiration the state will operate the coal mines.
In Cacoma Schroeder, accused of killing settler Matson in May, pleaded guilty today and admitted to previously denying the charge. The incident suggests he will confess fully, and authorities expect further arrests tied to the gang behind the crime.
The Republican state central committee is called to Det. 3 at the Windsor hotel in St Paul at 2 p m to act on Chairman Robert Jamison resignation and to elect a successor after his recent appointment as judge of the district court of Anson county and to fill the vacancy left.
Lagos reports say Behrenzin’s envoys depart for Europe to offer terms favorable to France. The move follows Paris driven discussions and hints at diplomatic negotiation on an early agreement.
A large fire at the B. A. Kipp & Co furniture factory on Haron Street in Milwaukee causes extensive damage estimated at 200000 pounds. The blaze, reported September 27, disrupted downtown business and prompted emergency crews to battle the flames.
London reports eighty eight phtheria deaths in the last seven days. The weekly toll triples the usual mortality and marks a record high for the disease in the city.
Gary South Dakota September 27 Farmers struggle to plow as long dry spell keeps soil hard and plows dull, drying fields robbing time for fall planting and field work.
Frederick Campbell Jr., partner in Boyd Pierce Campbell, one of Canada's largest wholesale stationery firms, shot himself last evening. The firm's books were under customs scrutiny for possible irregularities, and the event followed those investigations. Campbell was a well known figure in society and amateur sports circles.
Meager report from Enid describes Vernon Texas man Williams shooting and killing two claimants over a claim dispute near Aukim. Williams was arrested by H. P. Kent of the Rock Island road detective bureau and taken to Kingfisher.
Charles H Balden was executed by hanging in Eureka California yesterday for the murder of Mrs Price wife of a prominent citizen. He kissed the sheriff and bystanders as he faced death and died bravely.
The Hamburg report records twelve new cholera cases since noon yesterday and two deaths. Cases break down as two in Neustadt two in Barmbeck two in Eimsbuettel one in Hohenfelde four in St Pauli and one aboard the Amstel which arrived from Rotterdam on September 16.
Cholera in Buda Pest is spreading among the city's wealthier classes causing unease as authorities monitor the situation and health responses. The report notes growing concern and calls for vigilance among residents.
The twenty first annual Minnesota grand lodge session opens amid strong growth in membership and finances. Nineteen new lodges formed, net membership up 708, grand lodge funds up over 800 dollars. Notable attendees include Cosgrove Ritchie Barry and Wheaton elected grand chancellor for a third term. Grier Orr reelected grand keeper of records and seal. Also details on officers and the parallel Pythian Sisters convention in Minneapolis.
A thirteen year old girl Lulu Beandette was found dead in a mill pond near the East side pumping station after she vanished while on an errand. Police were alerted after her mother reported her missing at 10 pm. The Holmes school pupil in the sixth grade reportedly said she planned to kill herself to Rosa Bourguins of 120 Central Avenue.
In Chicago on September 27 40 000 Odd Fellows from United States and Canada attended the three day exposition opening. Members appeared in gala attire signaling a grand start to the event.
The Herald's Montevideo special reports the rebel fleet renewed bombardment of Rio de Janeiro under Admiral de Mello. Firing was very severe with greater damage than the first bombardment. Several women and children were killed, and the total toll remains unknown due to government news restrictions.
Ex-Chief of Police Prothers was discharged by Jocége Parish after months held on adultery charges. Testimony contradicted earlier statements. The complainant Essie Dundas returns to Milwaukee reform school for girls.
In South McAlister Indian Territory on September 27, Dave Behannon a leader of the Jackson faction shot and killed Ben Foreman of the Jones faction. The killing stems from the long running Jackson Jones feud.
In Madison Wisconsin the state court upholds Judge Siebecker in refusing to limit the scope of the court commission examination. The case concerns former state treasurers Kuehn and Baetz and investigates their official transactions and current property.
In Los Angeles Judge Ross orders deportation of three Chinese nationals. Among them is Chew Yoke famed Bakersfield highbinder who has twice served in the state penitentiary.
A local news agency reports that Treasury Washburne of the Old Colony Railroad is a defaulter to the amount of $125000. The notice indicates financial trouble at the company and names the official involved.
Reverend A M Deplegliddon wrapped up a year at the Congregational church in Mitchell S D and departed for a new post in Telluride Colorado. Reverend N S Bradley returns from Telluride to resume the pastorate this coming Sunday.
Little Rock Ark Sept 27 The large mercantile establishment of Wolf Goldman at Newport Ark was destroyed by fire this morning Loss about 50000 with insurance about one half
Kansas City authorities failed to gather seed grain for drought stricken farmers. The Ancient Order of United Workmen led by Grand Master Murphy calls on all lodges to contribute. Eleven thousand bushels are required to help farmers recover from this year’s drought losses.
Lima, Ohio. A group of tramps boarded a Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton freight at Tadmore and tried to take the train. When trainmen resisted, J. W. Bodine was shot and seriously wounded. the tramps fled and Bodine was brought home this morning.
The governor Earl of Glasgow has signed the women's suffrage bill in Wellington, granting voting rights to women in New Zealand. The act marks a historic milestone for gender equality and political participation.
A dispatch from Rome reports a brother of the Siamese king traveling with a large suite is due in Italy soon. After tours of Naples and Rome, the Siamese prince will go to Monza where he will be received by King Humbert.
Hartford City Ind special report says glass manufacturers and workers' wage committee have reached an agreement. The works employing 500 men will resume operations as soon as possible.
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