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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1900
Page
4
In a reminiscence on writing tools, the piece recalls quill pens fading from common use as steel and nib pens rise. It notes teachers and students misdefine terms like pen nib nibs and nibs, while families still kept quills in memory. It mentions a master who could flourish letters and the old practice of dipping quills for fresh ink.
The Guayaki of Patagonia are described as extremely shy, living in thick forest, and relying on honey gathering and hunting. A naked, dark-skinned individual was seen briefly, with reports of a captured child in 1848 and ongoing hostilities with settlers over cattle depredations. Photos of the child appeared in Globus. few Guayaki words were recorded but not enough for conclusive study.
A rare sight at Phoenix Park Dublin zoological garden shows an Irish red setter rearing three lion cubs born October 12. The mother forest horn Naness refused to accept them initially, so the cubs were bottle-fed for days until the sitter was accepted and cared for the apparently four orphaned cubs as if her own.
Bluya Used wep Bank Chicago Tribune reports August Vincent saved $125 in various denominations for days of adversity. He placed the money in a box inside a heating stove for safekeeping before a New Year’s fire in the parlor. Mrs Vincent started the blaze and Mr Vincent saved the box but the bills were burned and will be sent to the treasury for redemption. Vincent, an employee of the Illinois Central Railroad, lived at 964 Lincoln Street.
Ebati Wade notes a Limerick firm turning out Irish made khaki uniforms for the South Africa troupe. The same firm has recently opened a large Dublin factory, employing many girls in the sewing of khaki outfits.
Frederic L Ireland reflects in Scribner's January issue on the beauty and hardship of Canadian winters. He argues the wilderness offers little real suffering, citing snow shoes and enduring cold as manageable, and contrasts the serene forest with urban fatigue. The piece champions winter as a noble Canadian season.
The article analyzes practical limits for electric power transmission, noting that 500 to 3,000 kilowatts can be profitable within 15 to 25 miles and that 25 to 150 miles may work with favorable conditions. Distances of 50 to 100 miles suit some large enterprises, while over 100 miles are rare but possible, with resonance and lightning as major technical challenges. Transmission of 1,000 to 2,000 kilowatts over 160 to 200 miles is desirable in a favorable climate, and such projects would yield valuable insights for future expansion.
Notes and Queries reports a Dover demonstration by Sir W. Shiselton-Dyer and Professor Dewar on how liquid hydrogen affects seed germination. Barley, vegetable marrow, mustard, and pea seeds remained viable after being immersed for over six hours at extreme cold. The seeds germinated normally after planting, despite exposure to about 464 degrees Fahrenheit below melting ice.
A witty anecdote portrays Talleyrand hosting a late-arriving Oliver who claims to be detained by psquin a slang term for a civilian. Talleyrand feigns ignorance asking what paquin was. the officer explains they call everything a pequin that is not military, prompting Talleyrand to remark that now they call everything military that is not child.
A historical note claims battlefield deaths correlate with uniform color and visibility. The claim suggests brighter helmets and jackets draw more fire, increasing fatality, while darker tones may reduce exposure for soldiers on the field.
A historical account describes the Yazoo land fraud, the 1796 Georgia legislature approval of a vast western territory purchase for 600000, and subsequent burning of records to erase corrupt actions. It notes bribery across members, public indignation, and a Senator's reflection on consequences for national spirit.
The text discusses a supposed primeval tongue made only of vowels. It claims no consonants and vowels convey emotion rather than concrete objects. It argues ancient utterances were breath length streams shaping poetry as embodiments of feeling.
In Rome at the Church of Ara Cossi a rare Epiphany ceremony unfolds near the presepio. A rostrum stands by the chapel as gospels are read and a child’s clear voice delivers a sermon that moves the crowd. The vast church overflows with spectators and the scene ends with the child embraced by its mother.
A pair of lion stirrups sold for £2700 at the Forman sale in London. Made for Matthias Corvinus, king of Hungary, they are partly plated with silver and enamel in a gold border. Italian workmanship from late 16th or early 16th century.
An interesting event linked to the Paria exposition will be the first world congress of deaf mutes and their educators. Paris is the birthplace of significant deaf mute education foundations.
Dr Jacquet reports from hospital studies a sharp rise in alcohol use across Paris. Forty eight percent of cases show stimulant abuse and absinthe use climbs, especially among workers. Appetizers before meals and easy access through grocers and chemists fuel consumption, with women and servants notably influenced.
A serialized wartime observations piece recalls graphic scenes of death and injury. It describes a Russian officer killed by a life bullet in a church, a soldier killed while raising a cup, and a legendary headless rider from the Charge of the Light Brigade. Also noted are a Transvaal case and two military bayonet deaths in Anatolia, with lingering, fatal wounds.
Caroline Rapp of Thomaston Conn died at New Haven hospital after ten years in an incurable ward. Physicians called her case highly puzzling as she survived largely on stimulants and artificial nourishment. An autopsy was not performed despite doctors urging one to explain the cause.
Dr. Henri de RKathschila has purchased four of the finest Gobelins tapestries from the last century and returned them to France. The works, gifted by Lauza Quinze to the Marquis De Grimaldi, hold high artistic value and historic significance for the collection.
The Czar of Russia gives 20 000 rubles about 10 000 dollars for a new Orthodox church at Leavitt and Had don streets in Chicago. Bishop T yso of the Orthodox Russian church is organizing the expenditure with headquarters in San Francisco.
Fragmentary OCR lists various schools and officials alongside church services. Episcopal Rev Perry presides with Sunday services at 7:30 PM and Sunday school. Rev Sullivan oversees posts with evening services. Pastors Ted Beman and others hold Sunday and Friday gatherings with youth society meetings noted.
Playing Cards of fine quality advertised by agents of the BOR & NRy at 15 ets per pack two for 25 ets 800 per dozen. Cedar Rapids Ta contact to purchase by mail or stamps and to cover postage. Dr King s New Life Pills praised for energy and health building at 35c per box. Chamberlains Cough Remedy cited with a testimonial of quick relief and restored health. Sold by Stoehrs Pharmacy.
Robert Evans, merchant tailor offers fine custom suits in latest approved styles at reasonable charges. Orders filled on short notice. Prompt repair, pressing, and neat work. Complete line of samples. satisfaction guaranteed. First door East of Bank, Elvin Town.
An old advertisement touts Shilolus Caterrh Remedy with a claim of a clear head and fresh breath. It promotes a mammoth stock of woolen underwear for men women and children at low prices, listing Capper Bholfer as advertiser.
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