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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
3
The Elgin Echo appears to be a historical newspaper snippet mentioning W. Hughes as the publisher. The readable text is repetitive and lacks a complete article body or distinct event, making it difficult to extract a full news item. The content primarily notes the publication branding and origin.
Six bronze tablets from Rock Island and Ulinotx are placed on Pekin monuments in memory of American soldiers and sailors who died in the Boyer outbreak. Col Webb G. Hayes transferred the monuments to the American delegation. a seventh tablet honors Col Wmerson T. Giscum of the Ninth Infantry who died at the allied attack on Wentsin in July 1900.
At a sparsely populated Santa Monica bluff a party of seven Japanese with a small cannon have been firing toward the sea for several days. They map the bay cliffs and test a pivoting weapon, prompting local suspicion amid reports that American battleships may visit the area.
A Kansas City family faces tragedy as 12 year old Rath Miller dies shortly after eating poisoned candies mailed to Ella Miller. The inscription on the box referenced “Sweets to Ella Miller.” The case links to broader reports of crime and publicized dangers from tainted mail and products.
A dozen workers were burned in a molten steel explosion at the National Tube Company blast furnace in McKeesport Pennsylvania. Two men died and one rescue attempt followed as authorities investigated the industrial disaster.
Brig. Gen. Henry Carroll U S A veteran of Civil and Spanish American wars and Indian fighting is dead at his Colorado Springs home aged 70. Death resulted from blood poisoning caused by an ulcerated tooth.
Maj. Gen. J Franklin Bell, chief of staff, argues the U S must prepare for a major war with any first class power. He urges a larger army, return of the canteen, and readiness to mobilize 260000 quickly with possible expansion to four times that number as isolation fades and global tensions rise. He warns against false security and notes volunteers alone would not suffice.
The speaker argues that time and training are essential to prepare volunteers for war. He says nations will face costly lessons if unprepared and notes the engineer corps is undersized for peacetime training and occasional needs, risking readiness.
Reports indicate Wisconsin Central aims to route traffic Chicago to Winnpeg via Duluth while Pennsylvania road orders trains handle business where possible. New Year’s Eve saw 25 000 Northwestern Railway workers pledge total abstinence, amid broader industry shifts. Missouri roads anticipate court action over new alcohol restrictions, claiming traffic declines and vast idle equipment costs.
Washington dispatch notes General Carter warns Congress must raise pay to keep regulars and guardsmen adequately staffed. Low wages threaten defense as encampments and garrison duties strain morale, with officers predicting mass reenlistment if pay improves. Washington correspondence cites North American Review article on diplomacy and defense.
Five armed bandits dynamited the Farmers and Merchants Bank in Rich Hill Missouri taking about 23000 dollars after wrecking the two story brick building. The blast awakened residents who saw the robbers fleeing south as the sheriff’s posse pursued but the thieves escaped. No one was injured and cashier J W Jamison said the cash on hand was not taken.
A New York jury ruled that Harriet Stanton Blatch could not compel the Hottman House to serve meals after 6 pm when she is unaccompanied by a man. She appealed with support from the Consumers' League and the Federation of Women's Clubs. A bill to end hotel discrimination against women has been introduced by legislators.
Aged Bile Honaire and Miss Maud Ashford face opposition to their union as details from West Virginia intersect with political families. The engagement between Miss Ashford and Mr. Davis is broken and no breach of promise action is expected amid a reported money settlementittance.
In Portugal a sudden royal succession follows the assassination of the king and heir. The 18 year old Manuel II is proclaimed king, noted for naval service and a tall blonde education. Britain pledges to uphold the dynasty amid unsettled times and potential foreign intervention.
The Pennsylvana Railway Company's Ruiamer freight house at Cleveland and about twenty freight cars burned. Logs valued at 75,000 dollars. Fire destroyed part of the Molson warehouse at Montreal used by the Canadian Pacific railway, with losses of 200,000 dollars covered by insurance. The Ohio Supreme Court set aside indictments against the bridge trial, ruling the charges not sufficiently definite.
The Senate and House conducted extensive debates on the Aldrich currency bill and the Indian appropriation measures. Highlights include discussion of railroad bonds for emergency circulating power, amendments restoring Indian school funds, and criticism of the President over passport policies. Lawmakers also addressed the criminal code and tax-related issues as Congress adjourned toward Monday.
Five in Trochester Virginia caused a loss of 5000 dollars. Vive inflicted 250000 dollars of damage in Nome Alaska’s business district. Congressman Tim Sullivan distributed worn shoes to 5000 men in New York for charity. The Edwin J Conger Chinese ware sale in New York follows a Pekin loot sale. The London Tribune ceases publication after two years as Liberal morning paper. The House committee investigates a 178000 sub treasury robbery in Chicago. Over 250000 dollars in New York City treasury funds remain uncalled for by former employees. Two thousand Italian citizens hold a mass meeting in New York to counter the black hand. New York health authorities report at least fifty hydrophobia cases being treated.
A letter from Frank Morrey of Kelvington Sask recalls 1905 and 1906 grain yields near Wadens on the Canadian Northern line. He notes 30 to 51 bushels per acre with some farms reaching 100 bushels, describes a strong German and American settler presence, and praises land near Wad Yond for wheat and stock. He warns most homesteads are taken but endorses the district for farming and fuel, with a hopeful view of future settlement.
A discussion warns that a common cold can lead to pneumonia, consumption, bronchitis, and asthma if neglected. It urges quick relief measures, favors keeping Perum in the home, and claims many letters attest to its effectiveness. It closes noting nineteen American colleges enroll over 3,000 students each.
From October to May Corda are the most true head pain cause. Laxative Bromo Quin ine removes cause. B.W. Grovoeacn has 230 dollars reported.
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