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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1904
Page
5
Readers recall C E Cunningham jewelry store burglary two years past with stolen watch and jewelry token. A man named Livingston found a tin can in a barn containing a ladies watch case and two cats gold cases, suggesting long missing thefts may resurface as further details emerge.
Thomas G. Haugen, a leading local farmer, was killed when a separator collided with an engine after a draw bar broke on a hillside descent near the Falls of Decorah. Deputy sheriff Thomas J. Quigley was seriously injured but survived with bruises.
Sunday near noon Elgin endured a heavy rain and hail storm causing window damage to homes, the Methodist church, the school, and Wildel’s photograph gallery. Gardens and crops suffered. large hail stones were collected, with extended minor damage across the town and a similar storm two years prior noted for storefront destruction.
Property offers 100 acres with 50 acres under plow and 50 acres timber and pasture. The place is well watered and stocked. Owner would also consider selling stock and machinery on the property. Located 2 miles west of Bleu Luquire office. El Rear of Clermont guests at the Let Groth Hone.
Elded Chapter O. 0 S Cerebrats Ans nivdrsdey Fine Weather A Gsod Grawa Tuesday morning August 93 104 sdawned bright and clear The day was an ides one for a picnic and the hearts of the imenders of Elgin Chayster 0 5 S were made glad for on that day they had planned to hold their anniversary picnic. Harrington's Grove was selected for the gathering with tables hammocks and swings The luncheon saw visits from West Union and Maynard chapters with a large turnout from town The toast list praised the order its visitors and unity The ladies and gentlemen delivered sentiments and readings while music and chatter filled the grounds many from out of town attending including West Union Maynard and local members The anniversary picnic stands as a notable social event for the chapter.
On a Clear Lake farm a man tied his horse near a bee yard with over 100 swarms. Bees swarmed, he was stung severely while freeing the horse from the buggy. Both man and horse needed medical treatment, and both recovered after several days.
A resident of Du Pont Georgia credits Dr King s New Discovery for curing a severe lung ailment after two doctors gave up The ad claims the medicine conquers coughs colds throat and lung troubles with guaranteed results and trial bottles free It also notes Mrs Ward A Garner visiting from Michigan City Indiana staying with relatives in town
The column notes Frank Gehring of Elgin Pleasant Valley will seek the Republican nomination for Fayette County supervisor. It recalls his Arlington visit last Saturday, praises him as a plain honest farmer, and urges voters to back him to avoid partisan political scheming.
M A Klingman residing four miles south added a young Polled Durham bull to his stock. The eight month old animal was purchased at Kalonn for 300 dollars. Klingman prides himself on never letting the herd sit idle and always buying to improve quality. A farewell surprise party honored Miss Florence Conner as she heads to Dakota for her future home. Relatives from Carlton Ohio arrived to visit John Bracken near Ot City and kin including Mrs Sweinhart and Cornelius Braken. A storm swept St Paul Minneapolis causing deaths and 2,000,000 dollars in damage. Elkador fair-goers praised the program and attractions. Andrew Benson of Forestville visits his uncle Ang Benson. Chas Hobsenson and Ed Bear drove to Hunder and back. Mrs Sam Greensey and Mrs Syl Shafter traveled to Highland and back.
The work at the cemetery drive was finished after a week’s effort though not in one day. Vond hauling and a general invitation brought volunteers, and the filling now presents a neat approach. The cemetery is praised as one of the neatest in the region with favorable remarks and thanks extended to the contributing ladies.
An early 20th century advert claims a startling discovery to prevent suicide by despondency. It promotes Diesting Hittery as a great tonic to strengthen nerves and build the system, also aiding stomach liver and kidney function, with a 50 cent price and druggist guarantee.
The Elgin Cunning Factory will start machinery Friday of this week and begin putting up the framework for production. It promises a big year ahead, with the plant among the busiest in the area. News of visitors includes Mr. Trumann Hazelton of Cohnar with Perry MacKellar, Miss Fay Cumming of Maynard visiting Miss Iva Taquatte, and Mr. Baldwin of West Union visiting the Kinney household in Webster City alongside Mrs. Wells and Edde of New Walg.
An old ad for Van's Abstract and Insurance Office in West Union Iowa promotes abstract services with a promise to do good work and meet deadlines. It mentions a 5 percent loan option by G W Van Atten in Bopp Block and urges customers to communicate their wants.
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