Jan. 22, 1922: An organ grinder's despair
A Minneapolis sewer worker despondent over the abduction and death of his performing monkey braces himself for a far more painful loss. More…
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Nov. 20, 1899: Crazed by a fierce infection
Delirious, the result of sufferings from erysipelas, and fearful that his relatives intended harm, Charles Elliott, a bartender, last night barricaded himself in the kitchen of his home, 249 Eighth avenue north, and for three hours stationed himself in the middle of the room, while, armed with two large knives, he waited the attempts of friends and the police to overpower him. More…
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Yesterday's News has a new look and a new location. Earlier posts – nearly 300 hundred of them, packed with photos, comments and related links – are still available at the old location. Visit the original “welcome” page to browse old posts, or use the search box there to find a specific post. More…
Nov. 7, 1909: 'Minnesota Rouser' is born
In the fall of 1909, the Minneapolis Tribune sponsored a contest seeking a new school song for the University of Minnesota. According to the rules, the song "must be light, without being flippant or slangy, and the music should be fairly fast and suitable for large gatherings." First prize: $100. More…
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