07 May 1896
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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1896
Page
1
A scattered, era style collection notes emancipation in the West Indies in 1834, debt servitude under ancient law, a Japanese coin, German industry led by Krupp, and commentary on Cuba, Spain, and Britain. It also mentions a late comet, a human heart technique, and a drawn, skeptical view of American military zeal.
Joseph Feerson speaks on finding a middle course between heart and mind in his craft. Ohio women, provoked by theater arrogance, may push for a law prohibiting spitting on public floors. The legacy of a misplaced line could yield unexpected political impact.
All peach growing states report favorable conditions as trees emerge from winter with heavy buds. Delaware projects the largest harvest since 187% and Georgia expects an immense crop to harvest, signaling robust production across the region.
Emperor William's tours of Italy and Austria earn him credit for diplomacy alongside his known guard and military skills. A Town report cites reckless police action as amateurs fired on an innocent by mistake while pursuing alleged criminals.
A sharp satirical note quips that someone suggested sweetening stamp mucilage to ease licking. The author argues the government should apply enough mucilage to keep stamps in place so the public will dispense with any such suggestion.
The article notes that the Russian national hymn will be sung to the tune of America at the czar coronation, explaining there is no political significance. It points out that the national anthems of Hissin Wegland and the United States are all set to the same music.
A summary of recent national happenings includes the final regular appropriation reported to the house, post office fraud orders against Monon Seed company of Chicago and American Coupon Investment Company of Pueblo, Colorado. Delegates from territories with statehood bills may delay congressional action. Consul General Williams confirms Bishop Ding and his brother may be released on condition they depart from the island. The House Judiciary Committee favors the bill by Mr Blue of Kansas to erect a government penitentiary on the Leavenworth military reservation.
A jumble of brief items notes Mark Twain’s cigar fortune and Aunt Hannah Chard’s 108th birthday in Berrell N. Eccentricities include Victoria’s physician amid bicycle musings and Emperor Mendek II praised by a foreign correspondent. Li Hung Chang travels to Moscow with a burial casket, Mme Melba lifestyle in Paris, and Lloyd Osborne’s Honolulu marriage. Also mentioned are Diaz brothers in Havana, Karl Goldmark’s cricket themed opera, and cricket kettle overture.
A jumble of brief notices reports a drowning of an infant in Iowa, a powder magazine explosion in Montana killing six, a gasolene barrel blast wrecking a Toledo bicycle factory, and a strong flood threat moving an iron bridge in Michigan. Also noted are a farmer’s wife missing after a storm in Ohio, a circus trapeze accident in the UK with recovery planned, a house fire in Columbus, a rescue during smoke, a Pittsburgh food poisoning spike, and a death from heat distress on a Washington DC riverfront.
A Pennsylvania man is sentenced to prison for an illegal bank matter. Mrs Havenga of Spring Take Indiana commits suicide by hanging after hardship. Mrs Lawrence, widow of a murdered husband, is located in Kalkaska Michigan and detained. A Madison Ohio bank safe is blown open with dynamite. six men flee. The amount stolen is undetermined. Enos Lawrence of Holland Michigan is found slain with the body discarded.
A string of court actions and violent events unfolds across multiple locales. Creasuter Kirsebom of Plymouth County faces bond-related penalties, while a separate case targets Ed Ward Joggens following a family tragedy. In Iowa, Shenandoah sees a fatal shooting by a brother. Missouri, Kansas, Louisiana and New York reports detail executions, extraditions, political violence, arson attempts, accusations of fraud, and a high profile murder retrial.
Perelza Gosnip reports the Dowager Empress Frederick travels to Niece to visit Queen Victoria, while news notes indicate a French syndicate plans to exit banking operations in Egypt. Gen Simon Sm remains Haiti president and orders a government vessel to repatriate Haitians from Jamaica. Rothschilds gain large stake in a New South Wales silver smelting works. James M Mulligan, ex-Samoa consul general, is named to a Treasury customs division post. Col John A Cockerill’s remains are sent from Cairo to New York after a brief American mission ceremony. The London Chronicle says anti-Parnellite meeting opts not to block the Irish land bill, seeking only urgent amendments.
The item surveys diverse labor actions and political moves: carpenters and horseshoes in the United States planned an eight hour strike. plasterers of Pittsburg and Allegheny threatened wage advances. Waldwinsville NC mill makers shut down and assigned. Ohio district Republicans renominated Taylor. Pennsylvania Democrats reappointed Wright as chair. Montana and Idaho lead producers curtail output to push prices up. Lemont mayor McCarty rewarded with reelection. San Francisco conference suspends Pastor Brown pending innocence. Brooklyn protests bonnets with plumes in theaters. Topeka learns ex-consul Walter faces possible blindness after prison confinement. Nebraska Kansas Oklahoma farmers asked to back Wichita elevator stock. Col. John H. Linehan offers name for G A R commander in chief at St Paul encampment. Linehan formerly department commander and pension committee member.
London reports that five reform committee leaders including Rhodes Phillips Farrar Lam mand and Hammond were sentenced to death in the Transvaal for treason. Chamberlain said clemency may follow, with Kruger to decide, sparking London street turmoil and varying official expectations. Washington noted likely commutation, while U S Senators weighed diplomatic pleas for Hammond.
A man from Devil's Take, Mace Gruner, was fatally injured after being struck by wheels at the Graft Northern yards while attempting to steal a ride on a flight wagon. The incident occurred on April 9 and he died three mornings later. Local authorities investigate the circumstances.
A fierce storm hit Dubuque on April 4 causing extensive damage. Severe rainfall disrupted streets and railroads with bridges washed away and floodwater running to many thousands in value. It is described as the worst storm since a notable earlier event in the Quad Cities.
The controller authorized the Commercial National Bank of St. Louis to organize with a capital of 1 540 000 dollars.
A Philadelphia style summary notes Pennsylvania delegates to the national Democratic convention unanimously back a Robert Tuttison ticket, praising his honesty and resolve. The piece cites support for a firm gold standard, opposition to silver coinage, and calls for unity among Democrats while urging faithful delegation to the Chicago convention. It also reports platforms from Michigan Nebraska Vermont and other states on free silver and protection.
The Great Northern Railway issues a special excursion fare to all points west of Wilmar and Sauk Center, including Montana and Dakota branches in Minnesota and the Dakotas. One round trip fare plus $2.00, valid for return May 5, 12, 15, 19 and 25. Stopovers allowed within fifteen days. contact local agent or I. L. Whitney, G. P. and Vy A., St. Paul, Minn.
In San Francisco on May 3 the Whrst Congregational elevch met to consider the Bay conference action suspending Rev G O Brown. He offered resignation but initial 194 to 11 vote rejected it. A second vote 174 to 163 accepted the resignation, prompting Brown to urge reconsideration. Minsk Pullman Merceries in Chicago reported a May 1 marriage of Florence Pullman to Orven Lawdern with about 200 relatives present at the bridegroom's residence.
Annie Howland, aged 21, faces an uncertain future as ties within her family fray over her engagement to a local suitor. Court records note her father-in-law’s status remains disputed while regional officials seek a resolution in the quiet country town of Viulia.
A massive blaze swept Cripple Creek with top business districts destroyed and several fatalities. The fire spread rapidly, destroying main streets before dying for lack of fuel. Officials note possible arson amid chaos. dozens injured, thousands homeless, and extensive property losses estimated near a million dollars with insurance losses around 450 000.
A short British message appears to connect a Paris Temps dispatch with claims of collusion between the Chartered South Africa Company and Johaan nestiuerg reform lenders. It cites evidence from a cipher found by Dr. James sin after a Doorn koop clash and the surrender of raiders.
May 1 report from Clinton describes Wittinam Gertzer’s failed suicide attempt by shooting. Surgeons remove a halt from his head and probe the wound revealing a badly fractured skull. He shows insensibility to pain as doctors assess risks of inflammation and lasting injury.
Edward Is Bethel of Hoodman Riind tried to shoot his wife, Dallas Tyler of William H. Cre, at the Grand Opera House in Boston. Five shots were fired but none hit. Bethel is imprisoned. the separated couple have theatrical ties and reside in Thornforn Conn and this city.
Four hundred strikers attacked nonunion workers in Cleveland on May 1. Patrol wagons and a large police detail responded as three men were severely injured in the incident.
Abandoned factory in Lakewood, operated by the Denver Hardware Manufacturing Company, was burned today. Fire is believed to have started from a spark from a locomotive. Loss estimated at 310,000.
Harrisburg Ind May 1 Governor Tinstings refused to grant a reprieve for H J Holmes slated for execution in Philadelphia next week for the murder of Benjamin I Belize. The case hinges on a contested conviction and legal proceedings continue as appeals run out.
Minneapolis May 1. Elijah Stevenberg a leading county farmer died suddenly at his Robbinsdale home. The cause of death is thought to be apoplexy. He was seventy three years old and had resided in the county since 1844. He leaves a long family and a sturdy public record of farming.
A violent incident last night in Waldy left several men including Joseph Heidel Wraith Mik Dachidia Wilkemsen and Charles Granbery dead. Police report a single striking weapon and ongoing inquiries with no confirmed motive or suspect at this time.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Thea Lathe May 1 to 7 and a purchase involving Wilken. Reference to a bill and Drdlt for a cat the Med Tkstead will construct the bit at Clie, Steam. Details are unreadable and pins no clear event.
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