02 Apr 1896
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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1896
Page
1
A collage of short items notes political jests about ministers and critics, advances in Panama canal work, and a joke about Wordsworth. animal overages in Queensland, costume music in Turion, and a quip about uncommon coats. It mentions a Venezuelan settlement rumor, U S naval flags, and a forthcoming flag redesign with altered star rows.
The passage notes large increases in naval strength for Haghind 37 percent France 42 percent Russia 71 percent and Germany doubling warships between 1885 and 1805. It claims no naval battles occurred in that decade yet predicts an unprecedented thunder at sea in the future.
President Harris of the Reading railroad estimates the anthracite coal field contains about 14.4534 billion tons, with 82.34 percent unworked. He says coal could be mined at a rate of 100 million tons per year for the next century, and politics can wait until after the elections.
The text cites Infanta Balalle a decrying wupleagant ties with the American people, comparing the issue to a celebrity’s testimonial. Senor Moret, Spain’s leading authority on International law, warns Europe will not allow Cuba to join the United States, calling it the Gibralter of the Western hemisphere. The piece argues that while the United States has no conquest aims, Spain’s loss of Cuba would leave Europe to acquire it as a Gibraltarian prize.
A broad weekly resume notes rumors of ex-congressman Willer in Paris controversy and California public land sale proceeds. It lists disbarment of attorney Thomas Pike, behavior reviews of Capt. Healy, and a rash of deaths and accidents across the country. Notable losses include Tompkins firm, Jardine firm, and several prominent individuals. Details cover court cases, suicides, drownings, and fatal injuries from accidents in Illinois Iowa Ohio and Texas, with mentions of naval and political figures.
Reports describe a shooting in the Italian quarter of Toledo that left Louis Madga Nem dead. A disturbance at a saloon led to a fatal shooting by another patron. In Billings, Newsbna reports the killing of two Shoshone Indians by three white men who stole horses and fled into Montana. Tim Washakie lies dying after being shot by Will Lam orentx, prompting feared revenge against Sioux and mixed-bloods. In Illinois, Christ Keuhn was attacked by Thora Fatzenbueller after finding an intoxicated man in the road.
Reports from Yereign Shores England describe a campaign against the dervishes in Weypt while Americans beat England in chess by cable. Arrests occurred at Beet Zow's brewery Paris during an anarchist meeting. A Barcelona concert ended with a demonstration stopped by gendarmes before the US consul. Meline in the chamber proposed talks toward a monetary accord. Hamburger Correspondent doubts intervention in Cuba by powers. Montreal expo postponed to 1807 awaiting Toronto association meeting, with future events in Australia. A Spanish battalion misread a garrison, triggering fire that killed twelve soldiers near Cano and plantation defenses.
A miscased Wisconsin delegation pledges for Melinley while Chicago-St. Paul committees comply with G A R duties. A cigarette sale ban to youths under sixteen passes, and a Pittsburgh mutual league challenge to a straight-ticket win is filed. Pennsylvania M B conference votes to admit women delegates. Indiana harbor dry dock issue cited.
A heated discussion contrasts constructing a bridge over the Detroit river or a tunnel to preserve Great Lakes navigation. Critics argue tunnels are cheaper and less obstructive than new bridges, citing existing rail tunnels and a Senate committee report. Proponents push for deeper waterways and warning against stealth chartering to block navigation.
A fragment from Detroit Tribune jokes about being late to meet trains and dinner in the suburbs. A humorous exchange contrasts a stressed lover's plea for time with a practical commuter quip about walking versus running in the suburbs during spring.
A stray parrot seeks shelter with a master, and when a stranger fondles it the bird calls out a jab aimed at the intruder. The moment reveals the parrot’s recognition of its owner, prompting a pointed exchange.
Gypsy elephant breaks into a barn, crushes a man named Scott, and wanders Jackson Boulevard as police and elephant attendants struggle to calm the animal. Scott dies shortly after rescue attempts. Gypsy remains at large until subdued by city handlers.
Commodity prices and bids across grains and livestock listed for March 27. Wheat and corn futures show small shifts while oats and soy notes vary. live cattle demand steady. Minneapolis and Milwaukee reports reflect modest gains and price ranges. Trade activity appears mixed with regional differences in price movements.
The American Electric Heating Corporation formed with headquarters in this city absorbs several regional firms. A Eyuncate of Boston and W Murray Forbes of Boston lead the board with James I. Agar as general manager. Manufacturing will be in Cambridgeport and offices in Boston with agencies in New York and Chicago. Gov. Matthews of Indiana has suffered a relapse and concerns friends. Mrs Davidson acquitted in San Wilnelasco after extortion charge. Ter. Co. Kinnu and Brown testified under fear. President I. M. Murphy of the Santa Fe line held the telegraph line to the Postal.
Readers shown a claim that Hall's Catarrh Cure can cure catarrh in all stages, with a $100 reward for non cure. Included are brief mentions of Hall's Family Pills, March of Beleave, and assorted quotes from editors and readers about cures, sports and social notes from 1905.
A fragment shows a teething scene with a patient named Steele coughing, a sympathetic figure offering water, and a humorous remark about not drowning a frog with winter. The odd phrasing hints at a satirical or stage moment with quirky dialogue and character names.
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