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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1896

Page

6

Special Wisconsin redistricting session message from governor

In an extraordinary session in Madison Wisconsin February 20 the governor called lawmakers Newell and Lauser to convene to redraw Senate and Assembly districts based on the latest census. He submitted the apportionment bill with majority and minority reports urging fairness and strict constitutional compliance.

Madison Wis Newell Lauser Wisconsin Legislaure Assembly Wisconsin Mier Jnto Senate Supreme Court W. Hympham

Old Man Burned In House Fire Near Waterford Wis

A fire five miles north of Waterford Wisconsin claimed the life of an elderly resident, Ola Olson, while a son and father nearby failed to rescue him. The home burned with loss estimated at 3,000 dollars and insurance at 2,000 dollars. Neighbors arrived too late as the elderly man perished as the floor collapsed.

Waterford Wis Welim Ola Olson Wes

Fight Over Williams Bishop Election in Milwaukee

The battle over G Mott Williams consecration as bishop of the Marquette diocese has entered a second stage. Bishop elect Williams faces persistent opposition with letters flooding bishops and a delayed confirmation. The vote currently stands 87 in his favor and requires one more vote to pass.

Williams Milwaukee G. Mott Williams Marquette P. T. Rowe Alaska Willams Hag Bhem

Fricke Issues New Annual Report Rule For Associations

Insurance Sener Fricke issues a new order forcing all building and loan associations in the state to file annual reports and pay a 24 yearly fee. Many associations had not filed reports or paid. There are related items from West Superior about a bank president arrest, and other international and local news items.

Fricke Madison Wik Insurance Sener Hank West Superior Wis Peter Deyo Douglis County Bank Charles JH. Slocum

Turmoil at Gallows Delays Execution in New Jersey

A historic execution attempt on November 24, 183, in Ain ended abruptly when the rope failed. The condemned man, Mitigerald, was revived after doctors declared him alive and was later led back to the scaffold. The governor’s decision and repeated delays kept the scene tense into the late hours as officials sought a final outcome.

Tonta Asgertheart Atinig Nawseus Ain Stone Alatig Ferfere

Stampede at Colville Indian reserve opens gold rush

The Colville Indian Reservation in Washington state faces a stampede as opening for mineral claims draws crowds. Prospector outfits flood the area with mining gear and pack trains moving toward the Spokane Northern and Washington Central lines. Presidents and officials are pressured as eastern capitalists position to acquire claims before formal boundaries are signed.

Volville Dent Wilson Colville Wallening Forrini Pavek Byerly Spokanen& Northern Washington

Grand National Headquarters Proposed in New York City

A local paper reports a proposed Grand National Headquarters in New York City to unite Republican members from across the country. The project, costing estimated 2 to 5.9 million dollars, would be funded by contributions of each state and built by national leaders with approval sought from the national committee at the forthcoming convention.

Grand National Tees Huthding New York Daeg 8 Chicksen Iawa Gorge Chrigt Arizona Republican National Walon Scherw Glarkson Owening Sé& Tours Cvanvention

Explosion Victims Recovered After Vietnamese Attack

Bodies pulled to surface after blast near Valetntains. Victims include Nick Ross, Robert Cottle Jr, Bill Funk, Willie Dore, and others. Rescue teams found more remains later, scattered within a short area. victims badly mangled with broken limbs and facial injuries.

Vietiine Toon Loys Elektisorve Vieticos Valetntains Nick Ross Robert Cottle Bill Funk Willie Dore Robert Stergiv Pony Tapero Otha Canin Charles Merchant

Notorious shooting shocks Jackson City scene

A sheriff was killed and others wounded in a dramatic incident at a resort in Jackson City. investigations point to Nelson and Eavey Chandler as suspects who fled the area and are now believed to be in hiding. Local authorities seek their arrest as the tragedy unfolds.

Sherif Sto Waebligton Jckson City Ryar

Forgery Charge Involving Maurlen State Bank Official

A defunct Maurlen state bank official faces forgery charges after a case linked to a failed transaction. Witnesses described altered quotes and missing documents. the receiver could not locate the original when taking inventory.

Mink Cishler Nerenten Maurles Towit Peh Shire Bank Fxanuer Benehlets Cishler A. ES Chompson Maurlen State Bank Bennett Dara Thompson

Lawsuit Over $75,000 Fight Between Blethen and Lowry

A court suit alleges Blethen challenged Lowry in a feud over a $75,000 claim. Mintenporis and Met are cited in the legal action as part of the defense and financial dispute. The Countian reports on the ongoing case and the parties involved.

Lowry Witte Mintenporis Met Blethen Weainst Lowry Des Countian

Bristol Uves Nextwin Text Confusing Civic Shakeup

In New York the Western National Bank underwent changes as President Iant Brayton Ives resigned and Paul Searles was elected to fill a device. Ives will continue as director.

Bristol Uves Nextwin New York le Western National Bank Pres. Ient Brayton Ives IMS Paul Searles Ce ¢ Devicy Ives

Unclear fragmentary report on Honored Day events

Fragmentary OCR notes mention names Steven Dra and Mel with references to Shia Daywsh and the American Revolution. Mentions of a wife of the vice president and a president general are unclear amid garbled text. No coherent event or dates established.

Dra Steven Stavensoi

Work of Congress Seen in Feb. House Debates and Votes

The House debated the free coinage amendment and concurrence with the Senate, yielding large party splits. Voters backed Morton controversy over seed funds, with criticisms hurled at him. defense of legality sparked by Bowlers and a judiciary inquiry was approved. Senate discussions covered Monroe doctrine policy, military academy funding, and tariff fate, while the House advanced army and patent bills amid procedural battles.

Washington Morton Senate House Biker Step N. 1 Moses and Livingston Dems Roamer Dem. Li Meredith Dem Boutner Morrau Judiciary Committee Bis the Inon Peter Isa Allen Nob Gear Iowa Walcott Pacle Railway Committee Chandler Cockrell Adwley Aven Military Academy Couzins Garter Montana Carter Sait Jie Mortow Mgr. Pickler Army

Rumor of a Strike on Montana Central Route

Rumors of a pending strike on the Montana Central branch of the Great Northern from Hive to Butte. Freight division trouble since Claney became division HQ, with a new schedule rumored to cut wages. Workers vow not to submit to any such order as officials led by J. Z. Ho inspect the line from Great Falls to ubi.

Montana Central Tielena Mont Web Great Northern Hive Butte Claney Wagnade Division J. Z. HO le Cda Great Falls Ubi

Syndicate to Gain Beads on Hidden Hive Bonds

Washington February 21 The Treasury announced that Morgan Co and associates under their 1925 4 per cent bond deal are to receive new bonds valued around 4 700 000 in addition to those already allocated The exact amount will be confirmed after cross treasury verifications A settler’s widow dies in Pelham Geo Tangeworth aged eighty from New England settler lineage is noted A double murder in Florida Court House Ky reports Wilford Pee and Felix Pee killed John Pas injured badly Local tale ends with a fatal and injurious incident in a regional courthouse area

Hiddern Washilngton Treasury Department Messrs Morgan & Co. and Associates United States Treasury

Last Week Patents Issued to Northwestern Inventory Items

A list of patents issued last week includes Gaylord Bed Be Minneapolis Minnesota check protect r Richard Bennett Nelhort Mont Jo Clarence W D Bradley Mankato Minnesota measure John W Cover and IM Q Mbbits Voreit Washington cable clip Samuel Crump Spokane Washington producing molds for paper making John C G Hochbaus St Paul Minnesota sprocket wheel and chain PMny Hodges St Paul Minnesota mowing machine Lewis Johnson and Lfrid land Willnav Minnesota heat regulator for cooking stoves William Whunsel man Pierre South Dakota decoy Peter Ju tang Jordan Minnesota wrench Benjamin Porter Ellendale North Dakota oil can Joseph Schwartz Sioux South Dakota ens holder Samuel Z Wilson Minnesota talee folding umbrell a George iA Gregerson and I O Gragerson Rochester Minnesota neck yole hook 4 D Merwin Patent Lawyer 110 911 and 012 Trouser Press Building St Paul Minnesota

Toorthwestern Gaylord Bedbe Minneapolis Minn Richard Bennett Nelhort Mont Clarence WD. Bradley Mankato Minnn John W. Cover Voreit Wash Samuel Crump Spokane John CG. Hochbaus St. Paul Ming Pmny Hodges 8. Paul Lewis Johnson L. Fridland Wiilnav William Whunselman Pierre Peter Juotang Jordan Min Benjamin Porter Ellendale N. D Joseph Schwartz Sioux S. D Ens Samuel Z. Wilson Minnesota Talee George Ia. Gregerson Gragerson Rochester D. Merwin Troucer Press

Fopson Rumor Sparks Gossip in Harpers Bazaar

A reader quote from Harpers Bazaar notes Fopson is said to be a terrible ladies’ man. The remark adds that his charm turns heads, but in the wrong direction, suggesting social missteps or misjudged allure.

Fopson Harper's Bazar

Carriage Firm Directly Sells to Consumers

The Dikhart Carriage and Harness company of Wikhart Indiana promotes direct consumer sales to avoid middlemen. They ship goods for examination before sale and warrant every carriage set and accessory. The firm offers 100 carriage styles, 90 harness designs, and 40 riding saddles, with a 112 page catalogue.

Mladie Dikhart Carriage and Harnesa Company Wikhart Ind Snie Oho Alglea Unitedtates

Recount of the Twinting with a Cork Sere Query

An eccentric exchange features an eagle questioning a cork sere a British lion replies that it is his bigoming tail, reflecting a playful, antiquated tone from the Indianapolis Journal.

Indianapolis Journal

Salzer Seed Co Establishes Major U S Office at La Crosse

The government opens a branch at the Salzer Seed Co plant in La Crosse Wisconsin to speed mail matter. The Salzer firm, noted for its vast seed and grain output, mails its catalog to any address upon receiving 5 cents postage.

United States John A. Salser Seed Co la Crosse Wis Salzer Seed Co Salzer

May Now Find Letter Ones from Demise and Friends

A fragment from a letter reflects on misfortunes in business and the feeling of losing friends. The voice, possibly from Detraft Tree Press, hints at irony and resilience amid adversity. The scant text suggests a publication note or literary snippet from a historical page.

Hall's Catarrh Cure advertised with testimonials

A vintage advertisement promises one hundred dollar reward for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It lists J Cheney & Co of Toledo and endorsers Walding Kinnan Marvin wholesale druggists. The text claims the remedy is taken internally and works on blood and mucous surfaces, with testimonials available and a price per bottle.

Hall J. Cheney & CO Toledo Cheney Walding, Kinnan & Marvin Wholesate Druggista Ohio

No clear headline due to fragmented input

A fragmentary line shows a dialogue where a daughter resists an arranged match while a parent pressures for a financially advantageous marriage, highlighting a family coercion scenario amid a financial crisis.

Mothtra and other tonics promise relief for ailments

Fragmented ad style text notes various patent medicines and remedies. It mentions Parkerx Gingortonia and Bronchide, touts quick relief from bronchial troubles, headaches, and weather related issues, and includes odd references to army desertion costs and distant names, all in a garbled promotional tone.

Poison $1.00 a bottle six for five dollars

A promotional offer advertises Poison at one dollar per bottle with a sale price of six bottles for five dollars, highlighting bulk savings for customers.

Prosecutor Question on Defendant’s Face Punch

Fragment from a Harlem Lite column shows a courtroom moment with a quizzical exchange. A shopgirl interaction over remnant counter duties contrasts with a boastful medical ad claiming a vegetable cure for dropsy. The text mixes legal questioning, satire, and advertisements.

Crash Harlem Lite

Very Awkward Indeed

A compact note on missteps and errors in judgment during risky situations. It mentions a man waking to a mistake on a road and absurdities in self medicating for stomach issues. Key ideas point to caution against drastic remedies and the role of writers in medical guidance.

Yronfetter

Fragmentary City Gossip Match Sparks Quiet Debate

A clipped exchange between residents references a strict refusal to allow an unwanted kiss. The dialogue hints at social norms and propriety in Newport News and Norfolk areas, with remarks about a woman named Hampton and a local newspaper tone.

Hampton Newport News Norfolk

Reborn Croaby & Co Investment Scheme Sealed in Minneapolis

Investigation requested into a dubious 6100 Investment System promising weekly returns of 124 dollars for 10 months on a $100 stake. The plan claims daily payments of 2 dollars and full withdrawal at any time. Croaby & Co. listed at Skasota Building, Minneapolis.

Eny Croaby & Co Skasota Building Minneapolis

Unfortunate Present Mamanna Ohh Questioning Toys

A playful scene centers on Johnny as a parent questions if he will break toys. Thera observes the moment while a bank plan looms, and Truth muses on the boy’s future potential mischief. The dialogue hints at family dynamics and a child’s mischief.

Mamanna Johnny Thera Papa

Haulds Laxative Syrup of Figs Endorsed by Modern Way

A promotional note extols Syrup of Figs by California Fig Syrup Company as a pleasant effective remedy to cleanse the system and break up colds head aches and fevers without unpleasant after effects, urging use as a modern option.

California Fig Syrup Company

City ride in a smoking car sparks mock debate

In Chicago a remark about rubbers on a dry day leads to a city ride inquiry while a Pittsburgh Chronicle-V Telegraph item notes a skeptical view of airships. The exchange features a humorous line about an air squadron and a wife’s interaction with Mr Snagegs.

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