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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1899

Page

6

Fierce Fighting Presses Insurgents Toward San Fernando

From Manila a New York dispatch reports a sharp engagement as Gen. Whiteatom's brigade pushes toward San Fernando after a four mile clash. MacArthur's force advances along the railway with Kansas and Montana regiments, Utah batteries, and Nebraska and South Wales regiments on the right. A second scene concerns a peace conference with Gen. Otis. Otis refuses to recognize the insurgent government, while Aguinaldo seeks a three month truce to convene congress and consult with leaders. Aguinaldo's envoys admit they represent him, not Luna, after attempts to obtain a reply to Mabini’s letter.

New York May &de Herat Manila Curvinor Mgcan Tle San Fernando Witeatom Santo Santo Orins Get MacArdla Utah Battlery Otis Aguinaldo Congress Luzon Liu Gen Senor Mabini Gen. Otis Maj Arguerez

Mataawa Surrenders as Armistice Talks Continue

Mataawa the rebel chieftain has accepted an armistice according to dispatches from Samoa dated April 27 and May 1. German officials in Washington report no new information by close of office hours, with Ambassdor von Lollenben away in New York awaiting fuller reports. The joint committee’s forthcoming decision is awaited as Germany seeks an end to hostilities and matani factions consider surrender.

Samoa Mataata Washington Lanioa Ambassitor von Lollenben New York Joint Committee Germany

Property In Danger In Morgantown Storm

A severe electrical storm swept Morgantown West Virginia on May 5 causing heavy damage. A tank holding $50,000 of oil at the Standard Oil plant ignited from lightning and firefighters and volunteers battled to keep it from burning. The event endangered about $2,000,000 in property as dozens of homes were struck and damaged. Hail blanketed orchards and wheat fields as one hundred men fought the fire to prevent spread.

Morgantown W. Va Standard Qi Company Hall

Conciliatory Spirit Reflected in Berlin Talk

May 5 reports quote the Tageblatt praising the US German accord as the German insurance commissioner advocates similar conciliatory efforts on economic and pollution differences. A separate dispatch from Niew notes a valet at Strathbone and Kinghorne eaten by a shark near Bordighera with onlookers witnessing the event.

Berlin The Tageblatt United States Germany Lonton Niew Strathbone Kinghorne Bordighera Monte Carlo

Man Found Dead in San Jose Room

A man believed to be W. W. Patterson of Lown City, about sixty, was found dead in his San Jose room on May 5. He apparently hanged himself from a post, police report.

Henglng San Jose Cal W. W. Patterson Lown City Town Lehart Lisbon

Rioters Arm Aller Tet Wariner Wardter Lithia May

Rioters attacked several towns as troops and constables arrested dozens. By 6 o'clock yesterday afternoon about 101 arrests were made amid resistance. bayonets quelled most uprisings. Reinforcements awaited as authorities plan further action. General Merri expected to act. the state attorney general ready.

Wariner Wardter Lithia Mie Canyon Cos Uie Cen Merri

Wyoming South Dakota & Hastert Railway charter granted

A new railroad company received a charter for the Wyoming, South Dakota & Hastert Railway with headquarters in Rapid City. It plans a $3.5 million capital stock, 65,000 shares at $100 each, led by President John R. Byron Nan and other officers. The line would run from Pierre to Rapid City, aiming to traverse the Missouri River region.

Weil Dake Rapid Cl. S. D Wyoming, South Dakota & Hastert Railway Company Johm RR Byron- Nan Rapid Cly Dunes W. Wowler Rapid City Virgil YT Vince Myron Wilste Ranid Clint A. Mycroft Burkenett He Morder Pierre Pony

Man Killed by Bull Near Neilaville Wisconsin

Neilaville Wisconsin May 5 John Kubat 60 was killed by a vicious bull while building fence five miles north of Love. He left home at 1 o'clock and did not return, a search began at dawn. He was found about sixty rods from the house with chest crushed and face injured. The ground showed a fierce struggle with the enraged animal. He leaves a large family of grown children.

Neilaville Wis John Kubat Love Dore

Weather continues stormy. wheat planting wary in valley

May 3 Grand Forks North Dakota N C Valley reports continual storms last week. Farmers hasten to dispose of spring seed wheat and sow flex though many see it as risky. Conditions show no improvement and next week may mirror the current pattern.

Ted Grand Orks N. C

Pamphlets Seized from Atkinson Literature Distribution

San Francisco authorities seized pamphlets distributed by Edward Atkinson, vice president of the Manila imperialist league. The addressed recipients include Admiral Dewey, General Otis, General Miller, and Professors Seluitunu and Worcester, members of the Philippine commission.

Edward Atkinson Ae Fennel San Francisco

Northwestern Mutual Life firm moves HQ from Milwaukee

Madison Wis May 1 The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company signs a plan to shift its headquarters from Milwaukee to St Paul. The action accompanies a tax increase and reflects broader corporate reorganization as the firm considers expanding its regional presence.

Milwaukee St. Paul Madison Wis Sco- Hall Pere Mavieg St. Tent

Farmer Odell Found Dead Near Smith Lake Minnesota

Allen Odell, a farmer living three-fourths of a mile west of Smith Lake, Minnesota, was found dead entangled in the running gear of his buggy. It appears he fell while riding and the horses ran into the barnyard. The incident is being investigated as a possible accidental death.

Smith Lake Minn Allen Odell Moward Lake Sid Lis Weycome

Justifalle Homicide Verdict in Canton Case

The Canton jury returns a verdict of justifiable homicide in the May murder of Charles McCullough by Mrs. FH Brown. The defendant sustained injuries during the altercation that preceded the death, and the verdict reflects self defense under the circumstances.

Canton Charles McCullough FH. Brown Lomieldr Brown McCullough

Wreck Halts Trains After Freight Cars Leave Track

At extra freight eastbound four miles east of Des Lacs twelve cars derailed and derailed trains, causing delays for over twenty four hours. Minot dispatch reports the incident occurred May 5 and halted service across the line.

Minot N. D Des Lacs

Fatally Injured Mill Worker In Duckman Shaft Accident

Henry Denzel aged twenty was caught in a shaft at Poster s mill Duckman near Royalton Minnesota on May 5 and is expected to die from injuries.

Royalton Minn Henry Denzel Poster's Mill Duckman Here

Weekman Injured In Caved Main Incident

In Lanesboro Minnesota on May 5 a city water main cave in injured John Desmond of Whulan Minnesota. Desmond sustained serious injuries and was treated at the scene.

Weekman Lanesboro Minn Mains Ttek John Desmond Whulan

Drowned while fishing near Sherburne Minnesota May 5

Nels Ogferson of Sherburne drowned while fishing in Fox Lake on May 5. Acrakenion Killed near Webasha Minnesota on May 3 when James Griffin Jr fell from the top of a car on the river division and was instantly killed. His home was in the city and he was to have been married soon.

Sherburne Minn Nels Ogferson Fox Lake Acrakenion Webasha James Griffin, Jr Iver Bees Suo

Work in Barncest Iowa Progressing on Cut-off Line

At Work in Barncest Iowa May 5 preparations for work on the cut-off between here and Boone are progressing fully a large force of men and trilus are at work grading on the east side of Ale river

Barncest Oster Iowa Here Boone Trilus Ale River

Large fires cause extensive countywide damage and deaths

Fire across Barbara, Milwaukee, Armanyo, Bre and Buside counties devastates farms and livestock. Thousands lose homes and possessions as blazes spread from North to South, with multiple towns reporting hundreds of thousands in losses. Erickson died attempting to save Tarsus in a tragic blaze.

Slax City Towa South Dakota Banbara Milweld Armanyo Bre Buside Woestock Nene Custlaw Erickson Tarsus

Cloudburst Floods Main Street Damaging Businesses

A cloudburst washed over the town on May 5 causing Main Street to flood into a rushing river. Buildings were hit by debris and horses swept away, but there were no fatalities though several injuries and narrow escapes were reported. Investigators traced the flood to a dam formed by fallen trees and debris in a ravine at Castle Peak.

Trompeteau Wie Trempeteau Wis Castle Peak

The Menominee River Flood Impacts City Operations

The Menominee river rose causing the Loadington mill to flood and close. Atenembier residents used teams to build an embankment at the river’s north end. The Goodviel steamer Town and the Tartoor C W Moore could not reach the upper dock due to high water. If water drops soon, serious results are feared.

Surinette Menominee Atenembier Ely Goodviel C. W. Moore

Severe storms ravage Wisconsin towns and farms

In Wis May, a severe storm dumped heavy rain and hail across communities. Lightning struck Mrs AY Leelalve's house causing major damage as floodwater swept through streets and fields. A barn on W Bouek’s property burned after a lightning strike, killing a horse and causing about 1300 dollars in losses.

Bly River Alls Wis AY Leelalve

Cherokee and Creek Lands Ordered Cleared

A dispatch from South McAlester Oklahoma reports orders from Washington directing the removal of Cherokee and Creek settlements from the territory. Cattle must be driven out immediately under the entitle ranges designation.

Kansas City May Soutl McAlester Tnd.l Washington

Tacoma official arraigned over two worthless checks

William Bailey of Tacoma Washington, president of the Tacoma and Columbian River railroad, was arraigned here on charges of passing two worthless checks drawn on Daniel Messimore. The case is set for May 3.

Imperial Visitors Reach Strasburg In 190? Arrival

May 5 reports state Emperor William and the German empress arrived at Strasburg. They were welcomed at the railway station by the governor general of Alsace Lorraine, Prince Hohenzolern-Langenburg.

Strasburg Emperor William Germany Wallway Station Alsace-Lorraine Prince Hohenelohe-Lungenburg

Steamer Teenaw Sails From Plulen With Government Mules

The steamer Teenaw sails for Maulla carrying 260 government mules and 70 soldiers under Lieut. Kippbard of the Fourth Artillery. The departure is from Plulen on May 6.

Plulen Malla San Francisco Teenaw Maulla Kippbard Fourth Artillery

Four Hurt As Armory Park Stand Collapses in Toledo

An aging stand at Armory baseball park collapsed near the grounds injuring four men. Vyawlk bilarnon is reported to be in critical condition and may die. Local authorities investigate the accident and secure the area.

Toledo Ohio Armory Vyawlk Bilarnon

Murder suicide in Baldelde area shocks Lewiston crowd

At the village edge ten miles west of here, J. J. Smith a prosperous farmer shot and mortally wounded his divorced wife then turned the pistol on himself dying at the scene. The tragedy occurred at dawn and left the neighborhood shaken with sorrow.

God Balelde Lewiston Viklave Bernidutte Here J. J. Smith

Uplolds the President at San Diego encampment

In San Diego California on May 3 the G A HR encampment of the Department of California and Nevada passed a resolution upholding the course of the president.

San Diego Cali G. A Department of California Nevada

Wall Street and Standard Oil Interests Reportedly Expand Control

New York May 3 A press survey argues that the Standard Oil interests and allied financial groups control major New York banks including the City bank and others. They allegedly lend vast sums and hold sway over a large share of deposits, prompting concerns over rapid influence growth and public complicity. The article compares this power to a London Book of Magic style control and warns of further expansion into other banks and credit institutions.

New York Wall Street Tle New Yessire Lreet Central Hue Inerga Dhe Stritebird OH Intereats Ie Book of Magic London Ueaeons

Markets Report From St Paul and Midwest Centers

Grain and live stock quotations across St Paul Minneapolis and Milwaukee reflect mixed movements. Wheat and oats show modest firmness while rye and barley hover near steady. cattle and hogs prices vary by category with calves yearlings and stockers noted. Sioux City and South St Paul figures record daily ranges for beef pork and sheep trades.

St. Paul Dulun Tededer Artilles Nao NeLbern Sae Minneapolis Tikke Gof-Se Bard Tota Northern Milwaukee Wis Chicago Sioux City Iowa Reeves

Outlaws Kill a Bandit Chief Party in Cuba Clash

In Santiago Cuba May 1868 four outlaws attempted a rescue of bandit chief Miguel Gouaves and others in rural guards’ custody. A sentinel fired. guards rushed to aid and a sharp fight ended with all attackers killed. Two guards wounded, prisoners moved to Bursteen as gendarmerie efforts restore security.

Arent Santiago Cuba Thla Holguin Bursteen

Reciprocity With Italy Brews Incomplete Accord

Washington May 5 a reciprocity interment between the United States and Italy is nearly completed. The agreement involves duties on exported goods in exchange for concessions to specified payments amid a long correspondence between Washington and Reg. Waylard and Wired Trauxville Tenn May 5. A mountain feud left Arthur and Treason Iitta killed in an ambush by William Osborne in Union county as Osborn pursues the assailants. A clash between city authorities and state figures is noted in Cladrin Neb May 6.

Almont Neen Washington United States Italy Pere Reg Waylard Wired Trnoxville Tenn Arthur Treason Iitta Amsbush William Osborne Union Saunty Osborne Menetuins Olbervs

Dairy and Poultry Dairy School Bill Advances in Kansas

The article reports on farm experiments and dairy economics. It compares alfalfa and millet feeding for three cows at Manhattan Creamery, estimates monthly milk value, and notes Kansas legislature approval of a dairy building, equipment, and a herd for the state Agricultural College. It also covers skim milk experiments, costs, and advice for starting a large scale poultry venture.

Kansas State Agricultural Colleges Agricultural College Kansas Agricultural Coltege D. H. Otis

Impact of creameries on southern Illinois towns

In open winter some towns lack creameries while others prosper. Creameries attract merchants by spurring road improvements that ease access to stores. Carrying in southern Illinois aids in the raising of pigs and poultry, boosting local agriculture and commerce.

Milk and cattle prosperity at Illinois dairymen event

KR G Welford spoke at the Illinois State Dairymen convention noting 30 years of experience across Illinois Wisconsin Iowa and Missouri. He said milk production brings prosperity whether climate is good or bad and that southern Illinois cows perform as well as northern ones. He recalled cows selling for 15 to 20 dollars originally, now fetching double, driven by demand and better breeding. Farmers meet at the creamery and discuss butter making and cattle care while waiting.

Illinois KR. G. Welford Illinoia Wisconsin Iowa Missouri Tlinois

Breeders Debated on Selecting Sows for Hog Lines

A Michigan Farmer note argues for breeding from young sows only when they prove productive. It suggests brood sows with at least one litter are preferable for market hog production, as older, well-mated sows may yield steadier offspring and better marketability. Each case should be evaluated individually.

Brandana Tors Mora Michigan Hla

Condensed Milk Debate Spurs Health Officials Action

London report notes a deputation of medical representatives urged the government to require labeling of condensed milk for children or invalids. Dr. Smith warned of rickets and deaths among infants in Willesden linked to condensed milk. The agriculture minister said the state cannot shield the public from all risk but will push clear labeling. Action likely on the bill.

London England Wariona Smith Camberwell Stocker Willesden J. Robertson Sheffield Board of Agriculture

Poultry and Dairy Innovations Stir Concern and Hope

The Homestead notes a shift toward rewarding egg production over breed shows and argues for improved fowl practices. It also urges aeration and cooling of milk to boost quality and price, while acknowledging farmer resistance. A Maine farmer warns corn as fowl feed can cause overconsumption and health issues.

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