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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1899

Page

6

Secretary orders removal of whites from Chippewa reservation

A peremptory Interior Department order directs white residents to vacate the Chippewa Indian reservation within thirty days. The action targets the Casas Lake village area near the Great Northern railway division headquarters, citing illegal timber cutting whisky sales, and raids on tribal grounds.

Walker Mim Airi Caph Mercot Chippewa Indian Reservation Gasa Lake Great Northern Railway Fosston Secretary of the Interior

Cyclone Victim Gould Dies in New Richmond Ward 8

New Richmond Wis June 23 another name added to cyclone victims Ward 8 Gould an elderly resident died of injuries from the storm suffered with severe head and shoulder bruises and a crushed arm No executive committee met but brief talks then a personal survey of ruins begun to guide reconstruction with subcommittees assigned to labor.

Gould

Small Eyewitnesses Save Pupils as Storm Smashes School

June 28 in Brookings County South Dakota a tornado or cyclone smashed a schoolhouse and damaged Buckley residence. Teacher Miss Knute McNamara led students to Buckley home then to the cellar where they were saved. A heavy hailstorm followed and two children narrowly escaped injury. One boy shielded his sister, sustaining injuries himself. Several farmers lost crops or suffered damage.

Little Bay Brookings Prenton Township Schoo Buckley Knute McNamara Fins Childem Belig

Milwaukee tries again for national Democratic convention

National Committeeman Edward G. Wall pledges to secure the Democratic National Convention for Milwaukee. The Citizens’ Business League will back the effort, aiming to host the event amid ample local accommodations after a close miss in 182.

Milwaukee Woolor Edward G. Wall Wall

Gang Attack on Japanese Camp in Malta Mont

A gang of roughs attacked a camp of Japanese in Malta on June 19, firing on residents and wounding five, one fatally, and damaging property including the Great Northern section house. Two suspects named Burke and Murphy fled to the hills. one has been arrested. A $1,000 reward is offered for the gang’s arrest and conviction.

Montana

Appointment of Surgeon Hing to Wisconsin Guards Third Regiment

Gov Scofield names Chas F King former Spanish War surgeon as captain assistant surgeon in the Wisconsin National Guards assigned to the Third regiment. Maj Edwards praises Dr Wing head of medical state of the fourth regiment. Renamed by Belictf Winona Minn June 24. Miss Anna Jacobs West Salem sues Heavy Partling for breach of promise seeking 5000 damages. Wedding canceled due to religious differences. Owatonna Store Burglarized Elton Troy hardware store robbed knives stolen one suspect arrested. Drowned in Lake Andrew Mark Tasdon fishing six miles south of Alexandria Minn. believed to have pulled into the water after a snag.

Hing Hudson Wis Chas,f. King Wisconsin Scofield Capitan Wisconsin National Guards Maj Edwards Wing Belictf Winona Minn Anna Jacobs West Salem Tis Vty Owatonna Tune Elton Troy Tariyr Lake Andrew Alexandria Mark Tasdon Lake Andro Here Buck

New Department Proposed for Colonial Affairs and Foreign Trade

Washington reports a proposed new cabinet department to manage colonies and foreign commerce. Preparations to advise Congress focus on foreign powers, colonial control, and expanding U S commerce abroad. Robert H Porter is considered likely to head the department and will be consulted on plans for extending foreign trade as a feature of the new department.

Washington United States Spain Congress Robert H. Porter

Thief Robs Metropolitan National Bank in Boston

A well dressed man about 28 entered Metropolitan National Bank around 11 in Boston and asked directions for a money order. While the teller was away, the thief slipped through the window grate and stole 10 000 dollars, taking fifty 100 notes and five 1 000 notes before escaping.

Ellerts Boston Metropolitan National Bank Ank Ane

Porto Rico Status Question Reaches Attorney General

Washington on June 23 the issue whether Porto Rico should become an integral part of the United States and its inhabitants receive constitutional protection was submitted to Attorney General Gilford via a written communication from former Puerto Rican secretary of state Rivera.

United States Washington Porto Rio Gilves Mune Tivera

Terrific Windstorm North of Lincoln Causes Damage

A powerful wind storm and heavy rain swept ten miles north of Lincoln Nebraska last evening. A. M. Bartram reported that several small buildings were torn apart, debris scattered, and many trees uprooted as boards and branches filled the air.

Deno Lincoln Nely Neb A. M. Bartram

Kidnapping Alarm Grips South Farmington Over Missing Heiress

June 23 at South Farninghaim Massachusetts reports the disappearance of Helen Eames eleven year old daughter of Alfred My Baies a wealthy wheel manufacturer. She was last seen leaving her father's office around 2 PM. authorities have found no trace of the girl.

South Farninghaim South Farmington Mass Helen Eames Alfred My Baies Eames Sens

Maginnd Khalifa Defeated by Native Allies Near Cairo

Fragmentary report records Khalifa defeat by natives allied with the Huttieh near Cairo. Text notes heavy losses, suggested retreat to the waads, and imminent capture thanks to two or three followers.

Maginnd Cairo Ngeyat Khalifa Huttieh

Dawn of the Shamrock Cup Challenger To Sail

The Exchange Telegraph reports the cup challenger Shamrock will launch on Monday and arrive at Southampton by Wednesday to prepare for the winter voyage. Separately, Polish miner Ignatz Casmero was rescued after 72 hours entombed by a coal fall at Kingston Coal Company's Gaylord mine, unharmed. London awaits government aid for a proposed Antarctic expedition as A. J. Balfour confirms backing from the chancellor of the exchequer.

Lemnon Exchange Telegraph Company Shamrock Southampton Wilkesbarre Ignatz Casmero Gaylord Kingston Goal Campany London A. Z. Balfour Royal Geographical Society

Avaca Tramp Shot During Arrest Fails Officer

In Rosenbl, Wis the Avaca town mateshut attempted to arrest a tramp who fatally shot the officer. The officer returned fire and killed the tramp in a fatal exchange.

Noth Deni. Rosenbel Wis Jnne Mateshut Avaca

Relief Ships 260 Sick From Manila to San Francisco

Gen. Otis reports hospital ship Relief departed Manila for San Francisco yesterday carrying 260 sick soldiers aboard. The transfer reflects ongoing medical evacuation from the theater as military operations continue in the Philippines.

Washington

Twister Hits Beaver Nebraska Destroys Barns and Hay

A small tornado swept through the Sappa valley near Beaver Nebraska scattering hay stacks and damaging barns sheds and windmills. The storm brought a heavy rain deluge accompanying the twisting wind and carried hail.

Twinter Nebraska Beaver

Flood Sweeps Carrizo Town Away in Zapata County

The town of Carrizo, county seat of Zapata County, was swept away by the Rio Grande flood on June 24. The population was several hundred, mostly younger Mexican residents.

Austin Carrizo Zapata County

Our Celebration Fourth of July The Moon and Stars Observe

The poem imagines creatures reacting to a quiet day as rockets rise for the Fourth of July. Birds stop their concert, locusts stay silent, and wind and clouds create a show while the Man in the Moon wonders what happens next. Baby stars peer down, surprised by humanity’s celebration. Peress Gardiner is cited.

Glorious time recalled in fourth episode

An enthusiast recalls a festive episode of the fourth program with fond memories and cheerful tone. The speaker emphasizes continuity and enjoyment, noting that they always have a good time and express satisfaction with the experience.

Firecracker mishap told in personal diary fragment

A first person account recalls a July morning with gunshots and crackers. The narrator describes waking households, burns on Polly, a near fog horn joke, and a pocket stash of lit firecrackers leading to a frightening cry of Sam is a fire.

Polly Sam

Firecracker mischief and a big Arizona picnic tale

A boy and friends experience a chaotic burst of crackers in pockets and a dramatic cleanup. Old Arizona improvises with giant crackers at a camp picnic, creating water works and a cannon blast that shatters a cottonwood. Louis and Louie react to the spectacular display.

Louie Arizona Old J. 8 Oakling

Louie's Fourth With Old Arizony

A fragment shows a boy guard on his doorstep as "Old Arizony" returns from camp for milk. He questions why the boy isn’t at a local picnic, claiming to be a former Arizona gold-miner seeking help to celebrate the Fourth.

Louis Arizona Old Arizona Louie Arizony

Hair Density Among Hair Colors Revealed

A study claims blondes have the finest hair with 400 strands per square inch, brown 450, black 826, and red 200 or 250. Estimated total hairs on a head: blonde about 149000, brown 109000, black 102000, red 90000.

Hilrxuto Bradloden

Public speakers seek bolted terminal facilities

Public speakers need bolted terminal facilities to ensure stable connections and clear, uninterrupted delivery. The proposal targets venues with multiple outlets, aiming to standardize power and data ports for all events and reduce onstage technical disruptions.

Boltes

Lugubrious Jollity in Brooklyn Life Ballads

A terse note reflects on Mies Michel-Music and Mr Suds enjoying a cheerfully lugubrious tune. The playful exchange hints at a Brooklyn setting and a lighthearted mood amid melancholy.

Mr. Suda Mr. Suds Sud Brooklyn

Paria Exposition and Cure Claims at 1900 Fair

A Paria exposition in 1900 will feature a large exhibit from this country and announce Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a cure for dyspepsia indigestion and constipation. The ad promotes a trial dose, with various testimonials and generic medical claims.

Paria Paria Exposition Hostetter

Mra Winston’s soothing Syrup details flood gossip page

A fragment from a periodical shows an ad or note about Mrs Winston’s soothing syrup for teething children. The passage includes garbled lines claiming brands, medical roles, and a sensational claim about a diamond stud and a bachelor brother physician.

Min Sina John Tha Phyasician Jewelers

Fragmentary 19th Century Ad Litany

A garbled 1805 quotation piece from Au Sable Michigan cites Piso's Cure for Consumption and mentions a constitutional cure. The text presents philosophical quips about testaments, testimonials, and honesty, with misspelled phrases and stray names.

Piso John A. Miller Au Sable, Michigan

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