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The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1892-03-04


A.R.PFAU. Carl Wilson, and also between
Anderson and deceased. Saw Ander-
son fall but did not see deceased strike
him. Also saw deceased sitting on
the floor, but did not see anybody
strike him: saw him taken to bench,
and afterwards felt of his pulse, but
could not find any: his hands were
limp and fingers cold for an inch
from the ends.
Ida Wilson was next called to the
stand said she was at the ball about
II o'clock: saw or heard no trouble be-
tween Anderson or deceased. | saw
him on the floor on his back but did
not see ANYBODY strike him: heard
Carl Wilson tell him to get up, but he
did MT answer or move: did not know
he was dead but heard so an hour
later.
Carl Wilson after being duly sworn
gave his testimony. He said that he
was at the granary on the night
of Feb. u, and morning of Feb. ID,
but did not see anybody strike Thor
stad. Did not learn the real cause of
his death until Sunday evening Feb
II. Was at Thorstad's house when |
learned that he had died from the eff
fects of kick or blow. On being
cross-examined by lawyer Stackpole
the witness swore positively that he
did not see deceased kicked, struck or
struck at on the night in question,
but saw him on the floor.
At this point an ADJOURNMENT was
taken until nine O'Clock Thursday
morning.
When Judge Mead made his APP
pearance Thursday morning and stat
ed that he was ready to proceed with
the examination, the hall was crowd
ed with spectators. Carl Wilson was
again called to the stand ana was
cross-examined for some little time by
Lawyer Stackpole.
J. p. Meyer was called to w.
the stand about half past -
eleven O'Clock and after
being sworn took seat and
testified substantially as fol-J p. MEYER
lows: There was dance at the gran
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1892-03-04
ADVERTISED LETTERS.

The following is a list of unclaimed
letters remaining in the postoffice at
MankatO, Mimi, for the week ending
Feb. 20, 1892.
Anderson. tkelstrom, Albert o
Raus,,, bach Geo Larson, Miss Cora
Campo ell, Mis- Mamie Little, NJ
Crandall Miss Maud Madsen Miss Annie
Davis Ms Rose Meurer, John
Dsvis. S Miller, FV
Dovl. Vim iller Mrs ] W
Ebaugh, Miss Laura Marie,
Ekers orfer George Morehouse, JAKE
Eorrstrom C Owen Mrs
Evans. Mary Prohl, Rinhart
Goodge. Geo W Roleton Mary
Grimm. RID Rowland John
Has Sherman, Mrs H L
Hodeson, Miss sheldon, A H
Howell, w NJ Saylor, w
Zones. JF Tilman, John
Kalle Miss Louisa
In calling for the above letters please say "ad
vertised" and give date OF list. Letters remain
ing unclaimed at the expiration OF 10 days IRON
this date viii be sent to the Dead Letter Once
W. W. P. MCCONNELL. 2 NJ.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1892-03-04

t. ANDERSON. tlmOny 10 De given Dy
those present on that eventful night.
Judge Mead took his seat in that
calm and deliberate manner so charac-
teristic of him. Ex-mayor Pau was
present with County Attorney Hughes
in behalf of the State. Mr.. Stack
pole was on hand to look after the in
terests of the prisoner, who was about
as calm as any Of those present. He
was born in Blue Earth county and Is
% years Of age.
Andrew Gilbert was the first wit
ness called and after being duly sworn
his testimony was substantially as
follows: Was at the dance on the
night IN question, and saw Thorstad
fall, but did not see anybody strike
him
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Castoria.

"Castoria is SO well adapted to children that
recommend it as superior to any prescription
known to me-"
q. A. ARCHER, n. D.,
III So. Oxford St., Brooklyn, N. Y.
"Our physicians in the children's depart
ment have spoken highly Of their expert
ence in their outside practice with Castoria,
and although we only have among our
medical supplies what is known as regular
products, yet we are free to confess that the
merits of Castoria has won us to look with
favor upon it."
UNITED HOSPITAL AND DIsPENsARY,
Boston, Mass.
ALLEN c. SMITH, Pres,
n G4ron4 Naxx XorIc Ci&u.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1892-03-04

some Of the boys were still
talking in the room. Afte,
awhile some of them started
for home. When Nels Mel
son went to shake ThorstaG
hn cnid HCnnnn OH Lot IL,
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Company ~ Murray Street, New York City
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sitting and sat On Ida's lap about ten
minutes. Did not see any row or dis
turbance during the evening. Beck.
oned for Thorstad because | thought
there might be row. / went into
the house but sat up all night and
never said word to anybody. Had
breakfast at o'clock. Mr.. Meyer
slept until IL o'clock that morning.
He did not lie down until after break
fast. His wife did not tell him to GO
to bed, that you bet, am sure about.
During the vigils of that weary and
long night, not word was spoken by
anybody. Don't know even now that
the deceased had been kicked or
struck. When questioned again by
Mr.. Pfau she said that after Thor
stadt had been put on the bench, An
derson went up to the deceased and
leaning over him said, Il won't take
back anything l have said" Thor
stad did not move or say word in re-
turn. The reason the dance did not
proceed after this was because the
fiddler was not able to play any more
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1892-03-04

S&Y Thomas Rowland was sworn
~ and testified as to his being at
Y the dance and hearing bad
names between Anderson and
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12
AMERICAN MECHANICS.

Narragansett Council conferred the
first degree OH eight candidates last even
ing and the second degree on sixteen, aud
twenty applications for membership
were received. The third degree will be
conferred on about thirty candidates next
Wednesday evening.
The first council of Liberty (the ladies
branch Of the order), will be instituted
next Thursday evening by the National
Board of Officers at Riverside. There
will be about 80 members admitted.
Lincoln Council will have moonlight
excursion next Monday evening, on the
steamer Petrol. They will sail as far as
Rocky Point and return TO Silver Spring,
where a short season OF dancing will be
enjoyed.
Five new councils of the order are being
formed at the present time in this State
one in Elmwood. one in Pawtucket, Ash.
ton, Natick and Christian Hill.
Brother William Boardman of Lincoln
Council proved himself to be quite n
sprinter ut Rocky Point last Saturday in
the 200-yard race. winning first prize
The national council will meet i'm Man
chester, n. H.. Sept. l2.
Narragansett Council had n moonlight
excursion last evening. The steamer
Minneola was chartered for the occasion
and she had all that she could accommo-
date. The trip was enlivened somewhat
by the music of the orchestra. The
moonlighters went as far as Newport
Brothers Jackson. Little and Hodges
were the committee.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12
NAYAL VETERANS.

The crew OF the Farragut were mustered
on deck at bells, Saturday night, Com
mander flasher, In the absence of Capt.
Topliff, on deck IN command. There was
one application for membership which
was referred to the proper committee.
Surgeon Traver reported Shipmate
Peters suffering from - shock, not neces.
sarilly dangerous hoAever.
National Secretary George w. Bast-
wick OF the National Association of
Naval Veterans OF the United States, re-
DO the following named shipmates of
farragut Association Of Naval Veterans,
port of PROVIDENCE, to be duly accredited
representatives to attend the 9Th National
Convention to be held in Baltimore on
Sept. 10th, 1892. by reason OF paying their
per capita tax of 20 cents on 81 members :
First delegate, Albert &. johnson; pa
delegate Joseph WateF@ae, I'd delegate
Erdix 4. Dustin: LIST alternate, Luther
Baker; ID alternate, James Is. Cooke; 3d
alternate, Stephen h. Blanding.
Headquarters Farragut Association,
Naval Veterans will be mt the Howard
House In Baltimore, September Is, 10, IA
and Is.
The naval parade In Baltimore will be In
command Of q regular naval admiral now
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12
FORESTERS.

Next Monday, the many conclaves and
courts of the order are in for glorious
day at Rocky Point. There will be six
courts and two conclaves from Massachu-
members from the different States in New
Eugland. The parade will be received by
Mayor Potter, Mayor Carroll of Paw
tucket and Mayor CouRhlin OF Fall River.
Prizes to the amount of $500 will be
by the committee on games The fn
lows: Executive committee, John
II. jackson, chairman; NJ. +. Dwyer,
secretary; David j. Barr, Jr., treasurer;
A. Z. Linn, A. j. Wilson, p. j. Markey,
w. II. Tyrell. Il. j: Connell. James z.
Hanley' John Is >. kearns' MS Frank uan MIl-
Thomas F. West, r. II. Hoff, George
Quinn, James McCabe, Lawrence Roche,
Il. S. Cooney, j. j. Feeney. James Nc
Cabe, John Bray, John McEvoy, William
G, Koch; reception committee, William
+ THyTsl Hyaslsv 'hsirmsn' a. wilson. Il B; Farrell !
anS Msarns, Laurence o Roche h The Ma.sacSa: sasa,
setts committee is John j. Kavanaugh.
j. J. Smith. T. K. Waller. John 4. Finn.
James O'Brien, Il. A. McCabe, Cornelius
sullivan. Fenton Conroys B. t. Kearns
and +. X. Greenwood. Thomas Brady
will be the chief marshal.
Court Star has two members on the
sick list.
Court Narragansett meets next Wednes
day evening. The degree will be con-
ferred on one candidate.
Court Roger Williams meets this even
ing.
Conclave No. %, Knights of Sherwood
Forest, met last Wednesday evening and
initiated three candidates and mad good
time generally.
Court Westminster meets next Mon
day evening when work In the degree is
looked for.
The executive board met last evening
for the purpose of appointing deputies
for the various courts.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12
THE ELKS.

The first prize for the lodge making the
best showing in the parade OF the Elks at
Buffalo recently was awarded To Louis
Vile Lodge, and the second TO Washing
ton Lodge. In his annual address, Grand
Exalted Ruler Hay reported that the dis
pute with New York Lodge Is on the eve
OF settlement, and that IN n short time
that lodge will resume its place In the or
der. The announcement was received
with applause In the Grand Lodge. The
suggestion that the order be maintained
as strictly American, aud not To be ex-
been proposed, also met with favor. Col.
Hay was reelected grand secretary, and
George A. Reynolds, of this city, grand
esteemed lecturing knight
The other officers elected were: Grand
esteemed leading knight Peter Bush,
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12
The Housekespers Frien d
BRITISH AMERICANS.

Lincoln Branch, No. 10. National
British-American Association held its
regular meeting Monday evening Aug
In Good Fellows hall. Central Falls. Two
members were admitted. John Il. Colds
worthy, Esq, of Central Falls, was invited
to address the branch on the first Mon
day OF October. Subject, Local Politics. !"
All who are interested in the election of
respectable, honest, upright men to politi-
cal Office are requested TO be present, as
matters Of vital Importance will be pre-
sented to the meeting. 1t was unani-
mously voted to invite two prominent
speakers of RHODE ISLAND, one from each
OF the two leading parties, to discuss the
tariff question from the same platform.
The meeting will he under the auspices of
Lincoln British Americans and others
who advocate the election of the best men
to political Office. The place of meeting
will be given publicity later by the COM
mittee in charge. The secretary Of Lin
coin Branch is qualified to fill out minors
and second naturalization papers.
There will be a game of baseball be-
tween the members of the association and
q. nine from Gorham's Manufacturing
Company.
Elmwood Branch will hold its first an
nual excursion tomorrow afternoon aud
evening. The day will be spent at Rocky
Point.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12

In the service. The g. A. r. will bo CON-
manded BY . regular army general
National BoatAman Bezeley OF Farra-
gut Association of Naval Veterans was
reported BY the surgeon In the sick bay.
There were twelve OF the Ladies' Naval
Veteran Association present and speeches
were made by Mrs Frances X. Topliff,
commander, Mrs. Laird and others.
Paymaster Dustin was appointed q
committees of one on ribbon badges, to be
worn by the shipmates In Baltimore.
Shipmate Taylor, In the absence of the
chaplain, performed the duties of that
calling.
Ensign Joseph Waterman, in the abb
sence OF Oficer Of the Deck Albert g.
johnson, performed the duties Of that Of
ficer.
Past Commander Place is in the lieu
tenant commanders chair In the absence
of Lieutenant Commander Luther Baker.
Commander Patrick O'Sullivan OF bal
lou Post, No. 3, Central Falls, r. l., and
two comrades of same post, visited Farra-
gut Association OF Naval Veterans, Sat-
urday night. and they were assigned
seats. But for the absence of Boatswain
Bezeley they would have been piped over
in true naval style.
Remarks for the good Of the order were
made by Commander O'Sullivan Of Bal
lou Post. No. 8, Capt. Topliff, Shipmate
Samuel q. Swan. Past Capt. William III.
Place, and others. Commander O'Sulli-
van and comrades were very much pleased
with their reception.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12
THE cALEDONIANS.

The twenty-second grand annual ex-
cursion and days outing of this popular
order will be held next Wednesday even
ing, and Rocky Point has been selected as
the place. This order has long been
famous for its love for athletics, and on
all occasions Of this kind they do not
allow any society to surpass them in the
way Of a program and prizes. The program
next Wednesday will, consist of twenty
numbers and a liberal prize with each
contest. There will be street parade in
the morning about 8 O'Clock, the music
being furnished by the National and Gale
donian flute bands. Many of the mem
bers will appear in full Highland costume,
in fact all of the competitors are re-
quested to wear the costume of q Eigh-
lander. There will be running, jumping,
walking and other matches, and many OF
the contestants being professionals it will
tend to make the games more interesting.
The committee on excursions met last
evening, and nearly all of the arrange
ments have been perfected for the grand
demonstration, that the order will have
at Rocky Point next week.
Call and get prices on Regalia and Uniforms Of
any society at Browns. 45 Eddy street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12
mon HALL.

Branch 457 had their usual good at
tendance Monday evening An official
communication was received from Su-
preme Justice Somerby bearing on the
present application for a receiver In this
letter he says: " The charges against your
supreme justice / am prepared to meet.
The order is solvent and is amply able to
meet all liabilities. The business is now
going on the same as usual" He closes by
expressing his confidence in the ultimate
vindication and complete triumph of our
order" Notice was given that at the first
meeting in September resolution will be
introduced looking to the reduction of the
present branch dues.
Friend 4. l.. Babcock Of Branch 457 re-
ceived a warrant of $75 in payment OF his
second claim for three weeks disability.
This makes $l75 Friend Babcock has re-
ceived on this sickness. The warrant was
dated Indianapolis, Aug. @, and shows
conclusively that the order is conducting
its business as usual.
Past Chief Justice Sparks of Bristol
was in the city on Monday.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12
LADIES OF NAKAL VETERANS.

At the last meeting of the Ladies'
Naval Veterans Association it was decided
to give musical and literary entertain
ment under the auspices of the Farragut
Association Of Naval Veterans in lower
hall. Journal building, "A Eddy street,
Tuesday evening, Aug. 80, at o'clock,
and on which occasion il Is expected that
an address will be made to the ladies and
their guests by DIR. William +. Hutchin-
son. 1t Is the intention Of the committee
to give a very fine entertainment that will
please all. Following the entertainment
ice cream, cake and lemonade will be
served at moderate prices to tho patrons
ad libitum. A small admission fee of 10
cents will be charged.
1t has been quite often intimated that
the National Association of Naval Vet
Grams granted the Ladies' Naval Veterans
Association No. 1, Post of PROVIDENCE, a
charter, and that II everything did not
work to-their liking they could cancel it
at their pleasure. On the contrary, the
State OF RHODE ISLAND granted the char
ter last April, with full power to grant,
issue and convey charters to all local
associations who might apply for the
same throughout the United States, until
such time as a national association of the
Ladies' Naval Veterans is formed, then
the right to issue charters will belong to
that body. 1t is rs distinct aud separate
an association from all kindred ones as
the Grand Army Is from the Sons of Vet
erans that il, as far as the power of
annulling the charter is concerned.
When the lady members of tho
Naval Veteran Association visited the
Tarragnt Association in its hall, "A Eddy
street last Saturday evening, there was
considerable speech-makinY, recitinR
poems, etc.
Lieut.. Mrs. Mory, A. B. johnson and
Quartermaster Mrs. Goodwin with their
families are spending a few weeks in
Bethlehem, N. H., enjoying the beauti full
scenery and salubrious air in the good old
Granite State.
Go TO VIM. r. Browg%. As Eddy street, for your
panp at
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12
PYTHIAN SISTERS.

Good Will Temple had a very large at
tendance last Friday evening in spite of
the warm weather. Two propositions
for membership were received. A social
committee was appointed consisting of
Mary Farrell, Julia Bragg, Lizzie Fuller.
L. Chace and Jessie Braman. The tenn
pie will hold a lawn party at the resi-
dence of Sister Bragg, All Friendship
street, Aug. 23
May Temple met in their hall Monday
evening. A good number were present.
One candidate was initiated and one
brother Knight from Connecticut was
obligated.
Grand Chief Brilla Dodge and other
visitors from Unity were present.
Although the night was very warm a
very pleasant meeting was enjoyed.
Mrs. Sadie Wallace, Il. G. of Elmwood
Temple, is spending her vacation in
Massachusetts,, aud Miss Jennie Burdick,
T.. j.. who has been rusticating in Ston-
ington, Conn, has returned.
All kinds OF Secret Society Paraphernalia at
VIM. X. Browns. As Eddy street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12
ODD LADIES.

Triumph Lodge met last evening and
Past Grand Lady Mrs. Abbie Austin was
installed. Sister Wilson, one of the gov
ernment officers Of Boston. sister Hutch
of Worcester, and other prominent mem.
bers of the order, were present and spoke
under the head of the good Of the order.
Packard Lodge met last Tuesday even-
receive an official visitation from the
government officers but the members
were disappointed. They will, however.
be present at the next session Tuesday
evening. Aug. 10.
The government officers will hold their
next annual session in Boston Sept. 1 for
the election of officers and1other business.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12

Narraoansett Tribe is to have a Red
Mems day at Rocky Point, September 10.
The great chiefs have accepted an invita-
tion to participate with them on this
occasion.
The minimum fee for membership in
the order in this State will in the future
be $13.
Nearly every department in the city
hall has Red man In 1t. Mayor Potter
heads the list.
Past Great Sachem Lewis f. Davis was
presented with a handsome solid gold
watch yesterday. suitably inscribed, by
the great council.
Tahoma Tribe had fair attendance
last Tuesday evening. Two warriors
were made chiefs. There were a number
OF visitors present, among them being
C. ID. Brown of Metamora Tribe. There
will be three palefaces for the adoption
degree next Tuesday evening. Brother
Hague remains about the same.
Wamsitta Tribe met last Monday even
ing. They had no work. This tribe has
nine OF it's members on the sick list at
the present time. Next Monday evening
the adoption degree will be given two
palefaces.
It Is expected that every seat In the
large wigwam of King Philip tribe will
be taken next Monday evening, the at
Traction tinc % being the conferring OF the adop-
Great Sachem J. j. Peckem, Of Newport,
and all OF the great chiefs are expected
to be present on this occasion. 1t will be
grand sight and there IL no DOUBT but
what the work will be done In a very
pleasing manner as the chiefs OF this tribe
are all interested I'm the work. At the
meeting last Monday evening. three ap-
plications for membership were received.
This evening Metamora Tribe will con-
fer the adoption degree on a number Of
candidates. This will be the first attempt
at the work, as all members they have
taken in since they were instituted have
only been obligated. This practice has
been discarded. Sachem R. j. Clegg has
appointed the following named brothers
as chiefs Of the degree staff The hunters
degree, Senior Sycamore G. II. Brown;
the warriors degree. Past Sachem John
II. Mercier and the chief degree. Past
Sachem William A. Luther. Other appoint
ments were, for first sannap. Past Sa-
chem John II. Mercier; second sannap,
Chief William Snow; guard OF the wig
wan, Chief III. Herman; guard of the
forest, II. N. Williams. They will be
raised up this evening by Charles w.
Mercier, d. ID. G. S.
Squantum Tribe meets this eveaing,
when several candidates will be admitted.
A German tribe will probably be in
stituted in this city in short time.
Petteconsett Tribe met last evening
There was no work nor will not be until
the first Thursday evening in September.
Brothers West and Bacon are improving
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-08-12
MANCHESTER UNITY, 1907.

On Friday last the Loyal Eureka Lodge
had an excellent attendance. One propo-
sition for membership was named and re-
ferred to the investigating committeV A
communication from the district for per-
mission to open new lodge in Sterling.
Conn, was acted upon, and the request
was granted. This will be the second
new lodge instituted in q month, and one
more forming.
Brother +. L. Forsyth, M. D., surgeon
of the Eureka, Is spending this week in
Denver. Col, with the Knights Templars.
he being Sir knight.
The banner of the Victoria Lodge was
purchased this last month and attracted
considerable attention In the ranks last
Saturday, and already the larger lodges
are talking of purchasing one.
Manchester Unity of this State never
had such splendid day for an excursion
ers took advantage of it and turned out
in large numbers.