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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1896

Page

6

Matabeleland Skirmish Reports Mixed Rebellion Feints

Sporadic clashes erupt near Bulawayo as Matabeles clash with 5 000 to 6 000 troops massed from Britain and India. Reports say whites killed, rifles and ammo seized while Indunas advise caution amid ongoing preparations for larger operations.

Matabeleland Hingland Tidia Adeloyed Dlepitel Mactiy- Tans Queen's Trees Gapte Mavetar Jane Pitrol Wade Skirmjal Bulawayo Muefir Eune New Taynti Bulinyayo Selous Lha Mangwe Dawson Umzongwana Sluungeli Chama Matoppa Joyna Cpt. Divison Largo

Dena Roy Pioneer Trader Dies After Long Illness

Vincent Roy, oldest settler at the lake shore, died at seventy after a stormy illness. One of the era’s trusted fur traders, he built a fifty year business after the American Fur Company disruption. He speculated in real estate and helped negotiate key treaties opening Northern Wisconsin and Minnesota to settlement. The Indian tribes respected him as an intermediary with the agent.

Dena West Siuperter Vincent Roy Stoy Kur Roy Wisconsin Minnesota Tven

Labor Report Finds Few Violations in Saint Paul Factories

A report by Inspector Frank Gaskerly to Labor Commissioner Powers details child labor enforcement in Saint Paul. Most factories complied with the law, issuing school certificates or excuses. only Lyndale shows no prior violations. The inspection began last November, surveying factories and stores in the district.

Punt Banl St. Tnut Nnde Frank Carserly Powers Gud Ugsistirot St. Paul Sould Lwelvn Gaskerly Tibor

Verdict in Carlson death pins blame on Pitcher saloon keeper

The coroner's jury in West Superior ruled Andrew Carlson died from injuries inflicted by Charles Larson, bartender at the Pitcher salon, who allegedly threw him from a rear door seven feet to the ground last Sunday night. Carlson's skull fracture and breastbone break were noted in the post mortem. Larson was arraigned on murder charges and held without bail pending the preliminary examination set for tomorrow.

West Superior Andrew Carlson Charles Larson Carlson Larson Norrow

Towns Liquor Law Defeated in Iowa Senate Vote

In Des Moines on April 4 the Mulet law carried a decisive Senate victory, the liquor manufacturing bill failing 22 to 27 with one abstention. The defeat of the roagbmis sion question follows earlier votes, leaving Iowa with a paradoxical law permitting sale while banning local manufacture.

Des Moines Senate Jay Iowa

Vague Dominion Conference Closure Report

Fragmentary notes describe a school related debate on attendance and parental roles. References mention a minister, trustees, pupils and a proposed vote or proposition, with a conference ending after a commission refused to accept terms. Names, places, and exact dates are unclear in the text.

Sy. Élergyman Edhool Velizious Erdlaes If

Insane Minne sota Prom Moment in Chicago

Andrew Johnson Wilis was sent from Minnesota to an asylum in Dun ning. He claimed officials transported him to Chicago and alleged others followed, but state asylum officials deny the story. Jemsen says he was sent to Minnesota due to relatives request. reports call the tale untrue.

Chicago Andrew “Jonson Dunning Garter Minnesota Suite Minnesota Jim Wisconsin State Line Minnesot Asylum Keeners St. Paul Jemsen Minols

Tension at Allegheny Seminary Over Rev Wilson Dispute

The Allegheny Seminary faces internal strife as students refuse to recite church history to Rev John Wilson J D professor of church history. Factions form within the United Presbyterian church amid board resignations and ongoing tensions tied to Wilson’s earlier election.

Dr. Wilson Pittsburg Allegheny Logical Seminary John Wilson J. D Wilson United Presbyteriian Church Allegheny Seminary New York Ohio Pennsylvania United Presbyterian Denomination

Confeanodt Windisch Confesses to Pastors Murder

Cecorge Windisch, condemned in Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania for the murder of his wife, confessed to his pastor Rev. G A Strunty detailing that she attacked him with a cleaver. He opposes a Supreme Court appeal for financial reasons. He deposited 415 for a coffin and left 400 to Stranty to share between Wind Alsch’s two children.

Confeanodt Wilkesbarre Avril d Cecorge Windisch G. A. Strunty Southeran Church Bald Supreme Court Stranty Win- Alsch

Attempted Capitol Wreck Report from Jackson

In Jackson Mississippi last night an attempt to wreck the state capitol was thwarted when Secretary of State Power, at 10 o clock, heard noises near his office door. Looking through the window he saw men digging at the wall between the door and a window, who fled when spotted. Legislators had pushed for a new building but no action was taken, and some belief arose that vested interests sought to force progress.

Capitol Jackson Miss State Capitol Delock

Steel Trust Plan Urges Regulating U S Steel Prices

In New York on April 2 a group of prominent steel manufacturers gathered with the aim to regulate production and prices. They insisted they do not seek a trust but would set a price to exclude imported steel and control competition.

Nu Steel Trust New York United States

Americans Released in Cuba Rebel Arrest Case

Washington reports that the U S consul general cables that Moreng Rodriguez and two Bomelians will be released today. The American citizens held under arrest in Cuba on suspicion of rebel participation are cleared for release, pending final formalities.

Washington United States Gen Willams Havyina State Department Moreng Rodriguez Bomelians Cube

Gun misfire maims man while shooting crows

William Shea was handling a gun to shoot crows when it discharged, severing his right arm at the shoulder. The incident occurred last night and left him unable to continue. Local authorities were notified and an investigation may follow.

Wen Mion William Shea

River at Chattanooga Reaches Danger Line Rising Fast

River at Chattanooga nears the danger line as water climbs to 33 feet and continues rising eight inches per hour. Upstream reports show the level may hold steady, signaling potential widespread flooding concerns for the area.

Chattanooga Cincinnati Ohio River Newport Bridge Sarasow Stapension Bride

Ashland Merchants Deliver Due to Big Snow Storm

Ashland Wisconsin merchants report forced to deliver goods as heavy snow covers roads making travel nearly impossible. Local businesses struggle to reach customers amid worsening conditions.

Ashland Wis Ashlnod

Mutilated bodies spur manhunt on Davenport farm

Police at Davenport pursue a sprawling murder case after a decomposed body is found at the Basthan farm. Reports detail a second victim, missing workers Henry Metisen and Lewis, and a $500 reward from Teck Island supervisors. Suspects include a man named Brathan and a lead named Rosthin, with confrontations and arrests planned as deputies guard the scene.

Rourke Island Ths Apolh Tyndredas John Leuderhoch T. Pila Henry Bastian Suleida Dobre Landabach Montara Saka Wmder Basha Leh Bastiin Davenport Sehodk Immer Sugpleton Brathan Teck Islnd Muntely Rosthin Henry Metisen Ima Lewis Masta Tlonry Dether Bastian Chengo Basthan

Grand Jury Summons in Chicago Over $800 Bribe Claim

Chicago grand jury summons all county commissioners after Judge Payne cites documentary evidence that Commissioner McNichols accepted an $800 bribe to influence a murder indictment. Judge Payne is subpoenaed. Developments are expected to be sensational as Fort Snelling gains attention for potential use as a battalion headquarters per Lamont.

Chicago Board of County — Commissioners Grand Grand Jury Payne Effeet McNichols Washington Lamont Fort Snelling Ge. Taemont Col. Kiefer Port Snellkyg Locke

Harvard to establish chair of Prussian language soon

Minnenola Man Ghoxen Cambridge Mags April SL reports a Prussian language chair will be set at Harvard next year. Prof Welner of Minnenala University, a Slavonic scholar born in Poland, will hold the post for five years with Russian grammar and reading next offered and Servian language to follow.

Minnenola

Froxsel to Death in Byron Wisconsin

April 3 report from Byron Wisconsin states Jolu Poxon a prominent and wealthy fawger was found under a fence in a terrile condition. His hands and face were frostbitten and he cannot live. He was on his way home intoxicated and the incident is under investigation.

Froxsel Byron Wis Jolu Poxon

Untitled Note on Sudden Tragic Fall

A 45 year old individual named Carla Fatthiens Pamily and others fell from a vehicle in Wagah last night. The dying person left behind a wife and eleven children.

Carla Fatthiens Pamily Fergus Kalla Minin y—Garl Wiko

Debated Appropriations Fight for Purity and Colleges

A lengthy House debate centered on appropriations for private sectarian institutions in Washington and a major grant to Howard University. Voters divided along party lines with reps supporting a $32,600 allocation while opponents argued the measure merged private and sectarian interests.

Sia Ih Ion Washington Wisagin Honay Libson teAehigan Republiaa Hausa Mitdat Corday Howard Universlty Wyins Mather Neby Wihrose Eha House Elty Oliens Gorman Biking

Ryan Capture In Chileano Burglary Case Sparks Extradition

In Minneapolis and Chicago, Ryan, accused of burgling Folin Orth, president of Orth Brewing Co., and Gov. Clone, was arrested after escaping during sheriff transfers. Two Justice Agency operatives tracked him to May and Tandelph streets, leading to Deputy Sheriff Andersen’s arrest of Ryan early morning.

Minneapolia Chicago Daiu Ryn Burgoyne Warty Ryan Folin Orth Orth Brewing Company Minneapolis

Riot Tensions at Consolidated Steel and Wire Plant

Cleveland April 8 police held in reserve as a riot threat loomed at the Consolidated Steel and Wire works after wage cuts prompted possible strike. Workers gathered and threatened to attack newsrooms while the company sought protection and turned over security duties to authorities.

Almonto Cleveland Ohio Consolidated Steel and Wire Company

Fire Devastates Brunswick Businesses In 1900s Blaze

In Milton Brunswick Ga on April 3 a major fire swept through the town damaging several prosperous enterprises. Estimated losses reach 500000 with 400000 insured. Firefighters gained control by 4 30 p m. Charles Smith of Brunswick and Western railroad was overcome by heat.

Lown Hale Milton Brunswick Charles Smith Brunswick & Western Railroad

Heish Pomeroy Dying in Blythbourn Illinois

Milwaukee dispatch reports the dying of brick Pomeroy, noted writer editor and promoter once behind Pomeroy's Democrat at La Crosse Wisconsin. The press says his disease is dropsy and recovery is deemed unlikely, with death expected in days. He later published a paper in New York City which caused disastrous results.

Pomeroy Milwaukee

Arrest of Matt Adams Arrested in Mugla District

In Southampton Mugla the Winkervtan agency today received word of the arrest of Matt Adams, the alleged county clerk of Denver Arapahoe county Colorado. Adams is charged with fleeing Denver last November with about 760000 belonging to the county and various individuals.

Arrvated Innglund Chicago Southampton Mugla Matt Adams Denver Arapahoe County Colorado Adama Varius

Logetug Ronda Exempt From Train Safety and Medal Orders

The president approved the act exempting Ring trains from safety equipment requirements and the joint resolution authorizing Benjamin Harrison to accept medals from Spain and Brazil.

Washington Benjamin Harrison Spain Brazil

Trinity Cansured verdict on Hudson Street fire deaths

A coroner jury found Trinity Corporation liable for four deaths from suffocation in a Hudson Street tenement fire last Sunday due to lack of five escapes. In Wisconsin, James Gustafson of Superior is believed to have perished in the storm.

Trinity Weat Superior Wis James Gustafson Hast Superior Cho Storin

Obscure Inventions Seen in Patent Listings

A garbled OCR list names inventors and items across multiple states and cities. Mentions include William D. Arnett of Paria Idaho, Olaf Christ ianson of St Paul Minnesota, George Cleveland from Little Oak Washington, and others like Frank Hovalen Portland Oregon. Items listed include wheels plow, water elevator, bottle washing machine, axe and mx handle, and a patent sniper with numbers 100, 611 and 912.

Derson Ff Mihn William D. Arnett Paria Idaho Olaf Christianson St. Paul Min George W. Cleveland Little. Oak Waah Oly C. Gosprud Grant Frank Hovalen Minn

Mudhead Confronts Employer Over Unaccounted Shortfall

Dialogue centers on Mudhead denying knowledge of a persistent shortfall in his account with an employer. The exchange hints at a tense financial discrepancy, with Mudhead insisting he cannot explain the missing funds. The odd phrasing suggests a play or column excerpt set in San Francisco.

Open land near Red River valley to settlement May 1

A July 11 notice announces open settlement of a tract east of the Red River valley near a Great Northern railway branch line. Prospective buyers from Crookston, Woxston, Mclntosh, and Kint River Walls are invited to visit the land office at Crookston before proceeding to the reservation. Tickets via Crookston and the Great Northern Railway place buyers near the land.

Tdinn Meservail Red River Valley Woxston Mclntosh Kint River Towin Great Northern Railway United States Land Office Ia Crookston Daraong Whitney St. Vow Avien

Fragmentary Toledo business and health ad notices

Colloquial, garbled text shows Toledo business references CHENRY & Co. and OC HALL, plus a late 19th century notary statement by W. Glirason. Also an outsider health claim for Luke Catarrh Cure and Dr. Ouranny & Co. with a medicine mailing note.

State OF KANT ENICY W. Glirason Luke Ournny & CO Talada

Commercial Value of South Africa Trade Stated

The article notes that South Africa’s annual trade is valued at £377,000,000. It mentions reactions from a San Francisco publication and includes a light exchange about a business discussion, reflecting context of the era.

South Africa

Bacon’s Cambridge Years and Logical Writings Highlighted

The note recalls Francis Bacon entering Cambridge at thirteen, composing during adolescence against Aristotelian logic, and by twenty-six completing the Navum Organum, signaling his early scholarly trajectory.

Bacon Cambridge

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