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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1913

Page

3

Fort Dodge a chase through Indian country falls to Hamlin

Major Hamlin leads a pursuit across a snowbound frontier after Molly, the daughter of McDonald, vanishes amid Indian threats and a stock robbery plot. Hamlin faces betrayal by Mrs Dupont, uncovers a Cheyenne camp, and warns General Custer as he presses toward Washita with two troopers and scouts in support.

McDonald Fort Dodge Man Molly Bergeant Brick” Hamlin Molly Io Hin Amin Capind Fevre Werece Racort Lieut Gaskins Hamlin Mra. Dupont LeFevre Dupont Solner Slater Fort Fipley Wancon Conners Parent Ham Cimmaron Wasson Ia Ughes Hughes Wasson LaFeves LaFevre Harlin Lai Fevre Matty Ateal Amlin Custer Elliott Riverbank Creator Bluff Corbin Buffalo Creek Washita Hanlin Hillett Sparling Aascon

Custer Attacks Winter Village Under Red Moon

In the dark of night near a snow strewn Washita valley, Cavalry under Custer moves to strike a sleeping winter camp of Cheyennes, Arapahoes, Kiowa, Comanche and others. Four detachments circle the village, while scouts confirm the location and the element of surprise is prepared before dawn.

Sheridan Black Kettle’s Plains

The Battle With the Indians at Washita River

Troops under Custer advance at dawn into an apparently deserted Indian village on the Washita. Hamlin joins the charge as horses stampede, rifles blaze, and混 chaos erupts in a brutal, fast moving melee. The scene captures the clash with the village and retreating Indians.

Corbin California Joe Hamlin Inez Custer Washita Bhven Harlin Garry Owen Capter

Fragmentary Civil War Scene Stars Custer Trumpeter

A fragmentary account describes a scene around General Custer with a trumpeter sounding a charge amid quiet daybreak. The text hints at disciplined advance and readiness as troops await combat action.

Detectives use camera device to secretly photograph doctors

In Berlin Dr. Welasenberger and fellow German physicians are observed with a $100 covert camera built to deceive. The tiny device resembles a telescope and records images by a hair spring trigger, enabling covert snapshots of colleagues without their knowledge. The gadget’s success fuels police photography efforts worldwide.

Dr. Welasenberger Berlin Weissemibargar Weis

Late hours deemed fine for two at breakfast

A humorous exchange at the breakfast table has a father warning about late hours while a daughter quips that they may be harmful for one but are acceptable for two, illustrating a light domestic moment.

Father

Buckeye Boys Corn Special Heads to Washington D C

Ohio youths win prizes in Buckeye Boys corn growing contest will travel by Pennsylvania Lines from Cleveland Cincinnati Columbus Toledo and other cities to Washington D C. The trip includes Pittsburgh Harrisburg Philadelphia with state officials hosting a reception and a luncheon. The excursion will meet President Wilson and other national leaders during a multi day program.

Philadelphia Harrisburg Pennsylvania Commission Pittsburgh Alegheny Mountains Washington Wilson Bryan Natonal Ohio

Credit Given to the Wife and Mortality Links

A discussion cites Jacques Bertillon on how marriage and family life reduce mortality by promoting regular habits and supervision. Bank clerks and fiduciary workers are noted as examples of occupations with lower death rates due to controlled routines. The Journal of the American Medical Association is referenced as supporting the claim.

Jacques Bertilion Bertillon American Medical Association

Greatly Desired Lady in Regency Gossip

Bits of social gossip recount Miss Burdetti-Coutts as a pinnacle of eligibles who refused marriage offers from the Duke of Wellington and other nobles. The tale notes she finally wed an American, prompting a quip about English duty to family from a London club wit, recorded in intimate memoirs of Napoleon III.

Burdett-Coutts Prince of Adventures Duke of Wellington Hetrass England London Ashmead Bartlett Napoleon Iil

The Comeups Push For a Good Shower

In a brief exchange, Hinarrative notes the Comeups desire a quality shower and remarks they have always been pushy. The mayoral tone underscores civic humor about housing and public amenities, reflecting local character and tensions.

Grape-Nuts Proclaimed A Perfectly Balanced Food

A testimonial ad from Postum Co of Battle Creek Mich extols Grape-Nuts as a fully nourishing food for all ages. The speaker reports improved nerve and brain power, steady appetite, and shared use by family members including a traveling son and an elderly aunt.

Postum Co Battle Creek Mich Wollville

Canada Dominates International Soil Exposition Wins

Canada dominates the Tulsa Oklahoma International Soil Products Exposition with seven of eighteen sweepstakes rewards. Peter Geriack of Allan Saskatchewan wins the top prize for the best bushel of hard wheat. Western Canada shines in grain and cattle prizes amid diverse international entries.

Canada Columbus Columbia North Carolina Farmer Saskatchewan Colorado United States Manitoba Chicago Lethbridge Alberta Bankatchewan Tulsa Oklahoma Peter Geriack Allan Montana Nebraska Russia Spain Belgium China Mazico Norway Brazil Gerlacke Western

Renounce the devil on his deathbed plea

An old man near death asks a preacher what to do and is urged to renounce the devil. He fears making enemies, replying that he cannot offend anyone in his final moments. The exchange reflects a tension between salvation and social ties.

Parson

Eruption on Face Heals After Cuticura Use

Miss Caroline Miller reports a severe facial eruption that began as a small pimple and spread across her face, causing intense pain and disfigurement. She credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment with a full three week cure and notes the product is sold worldwide with a free 32-page Skin Book.

Elm St. Streator Caroline Miller Poatcard Cuticura Dept. L Boaton Adv

Quirk of a Woman and a Cough Drop Ad

A humorous dialogue mocks Mrs. Brown credited with kleptomania and her preference for comfort over style. The piece notes Dean's Mentholated Cough Drops as a remedy for stubborn colds and irritated bronchial tubes, pitched by seat druggists.

Dean

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