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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1906
Page
3
Publisher notes a new British census claiming the empire covers vast square miles and houses about 400 million people, with 14 million whites. It details regional distributions in Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Australia, and comments on marriage patterns and insanity rates across colonies.
Peter Smith aged 12 was shot and killed by private watchman Vincent Urbanski near Chicago and Northwestern railway yards after being accused of breaking into a car loaded with beer. Twelve year old companions Thomas Smith Harry Dajenski John Sheehan and Barney Lyons were also present. Urbanski claims he warned the youths to stay out of the yards.
The report covers Western Union defending a $33,000 Minnesota tax demand for 1901 to 1904, a Chicago Mason club project via the Ancient Chaledeans, a major clash with Moros near Jolo with casualties on both sides, and other varied items including political moves in Ohio, statehood debates, worker strikes, a New York contractor dispute, and a suicide within Odd Fellows.
Lieutenant General John M. Schofield died Sunday night at St Augustine after a hemorrhage. Born in New York in 1820, he rose from West Point to command across Missouri, the Army of the Frontier, the Army of the Ohio, and the Pacific. He served as Secretary of War under Johnson and headed West Point before retirement as a lieutenant general in 1895.
A massive Pacific storm devastates Society and Tucamott islands, with Papeete submerged and widespread destruction. Authorities fear hundreds to 10,000 dead and up to 5 million dollars in damage. Relief requests issued as lives are disrupted and homes wiped out. The Mariposa carried details to San Francisco after leaving Papeete amid continuing losses.
Clark College President Wright argues that cutting abistics students leaves a four years’ course free, while Tyrael Rauth a New York jeweler is robbed of a tray of diamond earrings valued at hundreds of dollars. Imeg A. Laing, who accompanied Livingstone’s body from Zanzibar to Logdon, is listed among Stan Niger contemplations.
Mount Caso engagement near Jolo ends with 15 enlisted men and 1 officer killed, 32 naval and many constabulary casualties. Ensign Cooke and Coxswain Gilmore severely wounded. Colonel Duncan led operations. 600 Moros and outlaws killed. Moros defend stronghold with heavy fortifications. American, naval, and constabulary forces suffer multiple wounds.
A string of fire and damage reports from Kentucky and New Mexico lists three stores and a hotel at Ups ton suffering 25000 in wa mire, Flegle Brothers rotor mill at Bardwell burned with 25000 in losses, and J B Wenry & Bons paper mill at Lincoln New Mexico burned with 150000 loss. The New York Central Federated Union chose to follow an arbitration agreement with the employer’s agent.
John M Walsh former president of the defunct Chinago National Bank was arrested by federal authorities and held on 50 000 bond to answer charges of perjury and embezzlement. The government alleges he misapplied 3 000 000 of bank funds and falsified year end reports to the Comptroller of the Currency. Walsh calls the arrest persecution and a blow below the belt.
Joseph Medill Patterson, Chicago Public Works Commissioner and the city’s youngest official, resigns to Mayor Dunne in a letter asserting that money is power and condemning the influence of wealth and corporations in law and city affairs. He cites disdain for law and calls money a master of destinies.
Directors of the New York, New Haven and Hartford vote on passenger rate cuts. Wisconsin Central official notes Standard Oil’s controlling stake and financing to Superior and Duluth. U.S. railroad mileage has surged since 1800s, with 25,000 miles added in recent five years. Grand Valley Colorado’s agricultural prospects highlighted in a Denver and Rio Grande booklet. Pennsylvania railroad tests the Stang gas electric motor vehicle for standard track speeds. Altoona shops ordered to produce 100 automobile box cars amid auto trade boom. Interstate Commerce Commission reports rail capitalization rising sharply, with higher freight receipts and potential dividend gains.
Congress adjourned with Senate and House action focused on statehood for Oklahoma, Indian Territory, and debate over the Indian appropriation bill. Legislation on railroad rates, defense, and immigration reform sparked extensive debate as leaders pressed for or opposed major measures.
A historical note argues clipping horses in early spring boosts health and work output. It contrasts clipped versus unclipped horses, citing fewer illnesses like coughs and pneumonia in clipped animals. The piece highlights benefits of sweating, comfort, and faster recovery, and mentions a Buffalo streetcar test showing 163 of 250 unclipped horses sick versus none clipped. It notes a basic horse clipping machine costs under seven dollars.
During Sherman's New York residence he was popular for dinners yet avoided overeating. A biographer notes his stance that he avoids fifteen percent of invitations, attends to enjoy others, and can attend dining rooms without eating while preserving etiquette and hospitality. He favored plain food, regular meals, and rest, yet could pass a meal undetected to respect the hostess.
A quip reflects on a rich aunt leaving a fortune to fund an Angora cat home. The punchline notes the sum was only $200, prompting a wry reaction about expectations and outcomes. The exchange underscores humor in misplaced fortune and unexpected beneficiaries.
An editor recounts a years long nervous indigestion cured by Grape-Nuts. He reports restored digestion, resumed work, and increased writing vigor, noting daily miles of walking without fatigue. The testimony is attributed to Postum Co, Battle Creek, Mich, with a promotional slogan about a reason.
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