05 Aug 1897
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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1897
Page
1
The column reflects editorials and light notes from The Elgin Echo with varied topics. It mentions education reforms targeting Chicago University seniors and sophomores, Turkish-Grecian conflicts, and a novelty offer to swap Tom Brown's Schooldays for white Leghorn or Plymouth Rock eggs.
English philosopher Herbert Spencer directs five secretaries who work daily to advance his sociology while he can only function one hour a day. Even when in peak health he rarely completes that hour, yet his secretaries carry out the daily tasks under his direction.
In recent engagements the Greeks face rifles that were fired at Germans by the French nearly thirty years ago, captured by the Germans, then sold to the Greeks. Many have now been captured again. The Turks will likely dispose of these obsolete weapons as their history renders them unreliable and prone to misfire.
A Quebec press dispatch notes new guns and twelve-pounder quick firing projectiles arriving at the fortress. It imagines how Montcalm’s fate might have changed if such rapid fire gear had reinforced Quebec as English forces neared the Plains of Abraham, altering history and legend.
Edward Bass, first Ephessian bishop of Massachusetts, earned a Harvard master’s degree. His thesis asked if future beings would use articulate speech and if that would be Hebrew, answering yes. The piece notes how little progress has occurred in understanding the unknowns and critiques dogmatic theology.
The United States shows fewer workers in manufacturing than Germany Britain and France yet leads in factory output with high handwork production steam power use and actual wages. Census data indicate 5 031 000 in manufacturing and mechanical industries with deductions bringing the US total to 3 837 000 workers.
An American riding a bicycle in Tokio accidentally knocked down a venerable man. The aged victim gathered himself, deferentially approached the rider, and humbly begged pardon for being in his honorable war.
A California professor claims a recent legal discovery unsettles current understanding while Harvard and Yale researchers reportedly noted a similar finding. The report mentions Poughkeepsie as a location tied to the discussion and notes scholarly attention.
The nation awaits action as Chairman Dingley explains that once the president signs the new tariff law the current beer tax discount will end. The change would fix the tax at a set rate, ending the long standing ten percent reduction.
A garbled obituary list notes deaths of figures including O Connell Powell Winnineg Nor wester editor, Miss Marla Strauh a hymn writer, Prof Peter Ritter von Tuner mining expert, Baron Oscar Dickson Swedish banker, and Rev Thomas Weary Cecroft age 104. Also mentions bicycle travelers W. Braser and Hugh Doyle, Waterloo survivor, and a Paris gala raising funds for a statue of Alexander Dumas younger with over 1000 francs raised.
A collage of fatal mishaps crosses Iowa and beyond. Accidental firearms discharge near Belmond kills Weight county resident, age unknown. Charles A. Springman, nineteen, dies in Washington from hydrophobia after biting by a strange cur. Frances Samuelson of Brecktia Hall dies from injuries received while dressing with coal oil in Kale Wash. Lady Brassey suffers a severe accident when horses bolt a carriage. John Brown, twenty five, an Ao merchant and postmaster’s assistant, drowns at Lena. A delegate to the Epworth League convention drowns in Niagara Falls. James Stevens, a prisoner in Mienimgt Nilao, released after fourteen days with a flogger owner. The note ends with a flurry of mis-typed names and unclear details.
In St Marys parish Da Tack David was jailed for evoking assault on Mrs Marcel widow Peter Martin who tore down the Stars and Stripes from the city hill at Toronto during the Wypworth League convention costing or thirty one dollars and a disorderly. An unknown man’s body was found in woods near Whitney a smi station in Northern Michigan suspected foul play. Henrietta Neuson is locked into vh bps by a priger welded by Maute Jones another colored wend over a debt of 50 cats at Atlantic City No 1.
A telegram from Vienna notes an empress and a police action in Corn to the Knygress Eugenia as she nears possession. The Dutch cabinet names Dr. Pierson as prime minister. A Catholic bishop-elect Butler dies in Kentucky after paralysis, while Edward Barleg of Revelstoke dies in London aged 56. Japan seeks to avoid war with the United States as tensions rise.
The prince of Welen hosted a grand banquet at St Jamed palace with over seventy members of the Order of the Bath attending. A Manthorough House service device was used. Herr Mittermeyer, an Anti Remiig member, sued a political opponent over a false claim of wealth. The case went to court after a written confession. The Posten Institute reports 10 percent of hydrophobia patients have injuries from cats. editors in Poona face prosecution for seditious articles amid plague suppression concerns.
Reports detail the gunboat Heluin heading to Shanghiai, shifts in retail jewelers, wage and price trends in Washington, and a Missouri riverine income surge. Gas strikes blaze in Baldwinsville and Sacramento while a New York steam shearings output amazes. Telegraph workers avert a strike, Kinkora survivors reach San Francisco, and exploration crews push toward Greenland. Shipping, labor, and resource developments span continents with multiple speculative ventures and accidents.
A fragmentary passage presents a tense exchange where a character laments not sharing a first kiss while acknowledging social constraints on physical intimacy. The scene shifts to quiet distance as conventional bonds are taken and conversation fades.
A garbled account describes a three year old child attempting to eat bread and cheese, causing distress and lighting issues as observers react. The passage preserves names and actions in a blurred archaic style, offering a snapshot of a domestic mishap with limited clarity.
The Portland steamer from Seattle, carrying Alaska gold valued at about four million dollars, is slated to depart from St Michnada around September 15. Chicago financier T B Weare warns private parties may attempt to seize the cargo, requesting government help to guard the vessel. A Seattle crowd arrives seeking passage to Dye for entry, while hardships and skeletons mark miners crossing bound passes to the gold fields.
Gov. Adkinson announces rewards for lynching suspects in Talbot County. Ninety thousand dollars offered for arrests and convictions of mob leaders. one hundred dollars for each additional conviction. two hundred fifty dollars for each conviction of those who interfered with the lynching. Names of several mob members reported, with three named for strong proof. Governor vows full use of office to punish the guilty.
A state department report from California describes a July disturbance in Monterey involving a damaged Portuguese flag. Officials deem it the act of an unidentified irresponsible individual and express government regret, hoping for a satisfactory closure. Residents condemn the insult and await formal apology or enclosure of the repatriation.
A band of sailors expelled from Spain arrived near Liverpool on their way to London. Several crew members spoke about prison experiences, claiming they were fed on gall fish and denied water for days. One prisoner died from torture during an attempted hunger strike. Others endured beatings and electric shocks.
A fragmentary account describes a stabbing incident involving Miss Kirwin at an event attended by Clayton Merson and others. The report notes a bloodied weapon piercing the lash and Miss Kirwin singing in the evening, with unclear details about motives or full sequence.
Captain Hiaitheld, a notorious outlaw, escaped Mingor jail by cutting its wing with no hint. Huntington reports the incident as a high priority crime, with a large reward offered for Nim.
Afire damaged the John Gintz & Son brewery in Sash Wisconsin with a loss around $10,000. Insurance fully covers the damage and the buildings will be repaired at once.
Voluminous deposition reveals alleged forged deed to the Mintle Mealy mine at Butte property. Testimony ties the estate of John Allport to a forged will said to originate from Charles M. Fepon-Luah, a known swindler now in Denver.
A ten year old boy and two others were linked to an attempted obstruction on a railroad near a sharp curve. The act led to a near-miss before a passenger train arrived. The youths faced placement in a state reform setting after the incident.
Reports of Ashland gold discoveries spread across Ashe county with ownership claims centered south of Limburn. Assays deemed satisfactory, while buyers purchase large parcels from towns during the year, signaling significant mining interest.
An unidentified assailant beat Antone Kilfserantz returning home to Lexington, injuring him and breaking bones. His horses were left to wander home, and a small amount of money remained in his pocket, suggesting robbery was not the motive. Serious consequences may follow.
Authorities report that Roy Jn Minatnys, the twelve year old son of Henry Law, has been missing for three days after moving from his city to Williamsport recently. He has no known acquaintances his own age and resembles a mysterious appearance. Police are active in the investigation.
Watt Getnig Themarek, a prominent business figure from the northern state region, competed at a state meet. The report notes his status as a local secretary and his long tenure, with sparse details about the exact event and outcomes.
In Stevens Point Wisconsin July 30 the Wisconsin Central sees a boost as workers rebuild 850 ore cars and add twenty five stock cars to be double decked at once under orders from road receivers.
A twelve year old boy, Walter Etrickson, drowned while fishing in the Ted river near Pembina. He was pulled from the water three minutes after sinking. Harris attempted immediate rescue but could not revive him.
A 21 year old man from Fond du Lac Wisconsin attempted to swim the Fox River and drowned after cramps struck him. His father witnessed the drowning from the riverbank and state authorities were alerted.
Residents of New Suapertine demand a village post office citing growth and need for local mail service. The town plans to organize a petition campaign while noting the Wentworth route remains the current mail link. A separate incident recalls a Duluth Hastings girl struck by a carrier near Thiet Town Avenue, prompting safety concerns.
In West Superior Wisconsin an incident involving Steaner and Helge caused the bridge draw to turn thirty feet after a center pier was struck by a stormer named Robert Pultet, son of the Wrg Abbott, resulting in significant damage to the Thoth Dette structure.
Governor MeCord in Phoenix, July, sworn in before Chief Justice. Almost all Democratic officeholders have offered resignation and vacancies will be filled immediately.
A fragmented notice describes Albert Low of Minn, a mishap while filling gasoline, his car brake issues near Burlington, with reference to nearby places and timing. The readable lines indicate an accident or mechanical failure leading to a near-miss, mentioning Wy A. Lackore and Hurlington area in the narrative.
A chaotic dispatch from New York reports a brutal clash near Gander where over 4,000 casualties are claimed as Fanatton forces overwhelm government troops. Families of up to 40,000 armed men join the conflict, with ships and reinforcements heading to suppress the rebellion and retrieve fallen soldiers.
Six workers laying water pipes along Water Street in Chicago area were overcome by escaping gas. A bystander struck a match and tossed burning wood into the trench, igniting a flare that shot above the jail building as a crowd watched. Firefighters struggled as gas pressure limited the extinguishing efforts, but all six men were not seriously injured.
A defense official reports the arrest of Seninion Cuargdh for sedition and the deportation under viceroy orders. Natu and Thuvopant Ramehunder Nati were recently detained on disloyalty charges, escorted to the city directorate, and exiled. Neighbors recall public hostility toward the Natu family amid plague and segregation tensions.
Severe flooding drenches Conavetlent Town and Sedona with the Naugatuck river and Manhan canal overflowing. The Minhan equad becomes a torrent washing away track portions of the New York, New Haven and Hartford railway. Y M A A Turk and central city sections suffer water damage as Little Brook freezes.
Mrs Mats te KH Craven, principal of the Mission Brauinnir school, has resigned citing inability to continue directing pupils. The incident prompted charges from President Barrhigtan and an education board review. The item reflects turmoil at the Fate estate affairs and governance within the school.
Santo Truso of Portugal reports having received no information about alleged revolutionary troubles in the country. He believes he would have been told of any serious action.
A fragmentary report notes observers at the Pagal Observatory witnessing a sun event. Scientists present documented the moment amid high curiosity about the rare phenomenon and its frequency.
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