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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1900
Page
4
The article argues that more people wear glasses today as longer eye strain from sewing machines inventions and greater work demands tax the eyes. It notes shifts in eye care, the expanded use of glasses, and that proper lenses are a necessary aid amid increased light, literature, and modern occupations.
A Philadelphia Record retells a survivor's account of escaping a tiger in Punjab. The man carried ammonia for bites, the animal bit his coat, and the ammonia spray startled the tiger, which halted, allowing the man to escape with minor injuries and shaken nerves.
Paul Kruger, raised in a dutch family, became deeply religious after a dramatic episode. He wandered and fasted in the hills for days, seeking reflection and spiritual renewal, leaving his wife to read marked Bible chapters as he sought conversion.
The piece argues Queer Militariam Boaln presides over a large army of officers, about 23,000, claiming a fourfold force versus earlier holdings in Cuba and the Philippines. It notes resistance to trimming cadets and budgets, asserting military leaders demand sustenance of large forces and perks, akin to maintaining a France-like establishment.
In China the old private letter carrying system remains widespread with letter shops in every town. A sender visits a letter shop and bargains with the keeper paying two thirds of the cost while the recipient covers the remaining delivery charge.
The St Louis Globe-Democrat notes winter cold as a practical healer, arguing cold stimulates circulation, digestion, and nutrition, aiding bodily repair. It cites cold water shocks, morning ice baths, and historical inures to cold as evidence of renewed vitality and health benefits.
A Boulogne bullfight staged at 10 PM drew several hundred visitors from Hastings and Brighton in three steamers. Reported bloodthirsty clashes ended with six bulls killed and three horses slain, amid panicked exits and fainting spectators including English women.
The popular party in Norway outlines its program centered on independence, proposing a separate Norwegian foreign affairs ministry and consular system. The plan would leave the king as the sole link between Norway and Sweden, likely prompting a royal veto and a push toward a Norwegian republic.
Dr. R. Hatithal argues giant sloths related to megatherium and mylodon were kept by prehistoric Patagonians as domestic animals. He cites Ultima Esperanza cave as a site where signs of ancient stable use were found, suggesting long-extinct beasts lived under human care.
An organized effort to stamp out consumption in Germany uses scientific treatments. Twenty eunatoria for patients are open, with more planned. A Berlin congress will coordinate a nationwide movement across the German empire to combat consumption.
A New Orleans lawyer recalls a wealthy summer plan to thwart will contests. A dying man recorded his wishes on a phonograph, hid the record, and instructed readers to play it aloud for his heirs. He hoped the audacity would deter litigation after death.
West Union figures show a local appointment as assistant door keeper in Des Moines and a capital increase to 80 000. Reports cover a criminal libel case verdict in Clayton county and the death of Mrs Tharry Upland in McGregor. Des Moines area crime, saloon league talk, and a Paris World Fair dancer spectacle are noted with local reactions.
In Cowley county Kansas near Maple City one week ago farmer and hired man died of gas in a well. In Ellig county at Catharine Paul Meis fell unconscious in his father's well. William Paelzett and Paul Keener both attempted rescues and died. Henry Karlin arrived with rope and saved one man then aided others. Karlin nearly passed out yet completed the rescue. Doctors revived the survivors. Delzol and Keongr were unaware of the danger.
The distribution of revenue stamps occurs via two methods. Private buyers acquire $1,000 lots to sell at a one percent profit. A system of about 300 stamp commissioners, paid by the revenue department, operates in major cities. Commissioner Wilson argues for a larger commission, while banks refuse to handle stamps, necessitating a strengthened distributor force. The commission rate was reduced from three percent to one and a half percent.
The Echternach procession in Luxembourg recalls a peculiar ritual where up to a thousand pilgrims dance in a three-step forward, one-step back rhythm. Excursions from Belgium France and Germany visit the town to see the rite led from the bridge on the Lure to the church housing St Willibrord’s remains.
A British soldier’s daily diet in Europe is described as 16 ounces of bread and 12 ounces of meat, with 2 ounces of rice, dried vegetables, and 16 ounces of potatoes. He also receives weekly allowances of 4 ounces of coffee, 2 druids of salt, and sugar, highlighting his comparatively well‑fed status.
A bustling period paper recounts a series of incidents including a suspected liquor consignment from out of town, a violent barn accident with a man injured, a fatal fire at a bank building, a doctor charged with harming a ten month old child, and a naval frictionless propulsion invention claim. The report blends local misdeeds, a tragedy, and a tech rumor.
An assortment of medical claims promotes Chamber Jims Gough Remedy for croup with testimonials from Fisher of Liberty West Virginia and J A Bodgen Alpharetta Georgia. The ad also touts Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy, Rheumatism relief from Chamberlain's Balm, and Shilor's Witwitzer for indigestion and constipation. Woolen underwear offered by Capper and Shaifer.
Robert Evans, merchant tailor offers fine custom suits in latest approved styles at reasonable charges. All orders filled on short notice with prompt repairs and neat pressing. Complete line of samples. satisfaction guaranteed. First door east of Bark, Elisiu, Town Dinhek and crockery in any urnity at Cappat & Shutfar's. New woods New paul New gouidyt it Capпер & Sitarenit's Ripans Tabules cures nansen Ripans Tabulen gayale gates.
An old newspaper fragment lists Playing Cards The Cedar Rapids Route by BOR&NRy with pricing and mailing details. It also advertises a farm for sale near Gunder Lakns, offering 276 acres with 40 plowable, timber, running water, two wells, and improvements, plus various unrelated product promos and remedies.
An ear reader reports using Karl's Clover Root Tea to ease nerves and bowel trouble, claiming the tea strengthened the nervous system and restored health. The note notes constipation and kidney issues improving, with Mrs B A Sweet of Hartford praising the remedy. Additional mention of Shilobea Catarrh Remedy and a local dealer W. H. Finke.
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