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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1897
Page
6
In Chicago on May 20 twelve firemen were frightfully burned by an explosion of junk containing eighty gallons of gasoline at W. H. Manley’s grocery on Worty-third street. Windows shattered, smoke overcame the crew, and three may not recover. A separate Van Buren Street fire left twelve men overcome by smoke but none seriously injured.
Latest quotations from grain and live stock centers with details on wheat corn hogs cattle and sheep across Chicago Milwaukee Minneapolis and St Paul for May 20. Prices for wheat notes include No 2 red No 2 spring and No 1 Northern while hogs range from 2.00 to 3.79 and cattle from 2.00 to 4.60 with various grades and futures shown.
It is announced that the charter and concessions obtained from the province by the Cuesine railway have been acquired from W. Pike by Hirschel Cohen acting for the trans vaal Gold Melds United of London. The company plans to begin surveying the railway as soon as formalities are completed. Pike will lead a party of explorers into the district.
A deputation from the American Chamber of Commerce of Paris presented Samuel Moran, the retiring consul general, with an illuminated address and two large silver repousse vases bearing allegorical figures. The address was designed by painter Louise Abema and crafted as a fine work of art.
Former United States Senator J. K. McPherson of New Jersey escaped an assassination attempt at his New York office. Willan von Aken tried to shoot him but was stopped by Hawaii Law. An accomplice of von Aken fled the scene.
Collector Cloud of Duluth fined the Inman line $600 for carrying passengers to Grand Marais without a proper license. The Efe L. reportedly made a trip there recently with four or five men aboard.
A Moscow dispatch to the Standard says the police have rounded sixty insurgents, many educated at universities, on charges of plotting a big strike. They will be sent to Siberia without trial.
Gov Black has refused to grant the governor of Utah custody of Clarence Barton and Graves who are wanted in New York city for the theft of 5200 from the Utah Loan and Trust Company of Ogden City.
On May 20 Laris greeted by French Negulars. The Duchess d Or Teank received royalist deputations who hailed her as the future Alternator of Vrance. Newspapers criticized transforming the time of mourning into a political manifestation.
P W Stoss of New Paynesville elected superintendent of schools replacing T G C Dewey who was chosen at Titchfield An additional assistant was provided for the high school activities and supervision Bishop Morvia district unclear from fragment.
Call on the Banks reports that the controller of the currency has issued a call on national banks for statements of their condition at the close of business Friday May 14.
The Wisconsin veteran gathering reports 440 delegates at the encampment. Jones opposed reelection of a Wayne veterans home trustee. General Mervick notes 11 000 members in good standing last year, 742 by death. Board endorses Caldwell as commandant. A committee names nominees to prevent delegates from national encampment. Department reports show progress, with a banquet honoring the orders.
Lew Arntz, a prominent Des Moines jeweler known for Elgin watches, has been indicted by the grand jury for obtaining money by false pretenses. The case involves selling “bottered” watches with engraved jewels and a guarantee mark as highpriced items. Authorities have been tracking bootlegged timepieces linked to Elgin dealers nationwide.
A report from Maple Wisconsin notes AML injured Meo remains alive while Doherty lies unconscious after a clash in Maple. Warrants issued for sixteen rioters as authorities plan further arrests tomorrow. Malt Lake from Brule traveled to Maple and attacked a nephew, then fled at gunpoint fearing death.
The Duluth and Iron Range forfeiture and other state claims to land and property held by corporations were discussed at the first meeting of the Mountain Iron Land commission. Ex-County H. C. Belden and W. J. Warner were elected as counsel to prosecute against the attorney general in pursuing the state's claims.
A severe wind storm swept over Carthage on May 1 causing extensive destruction to numerous structures. Several houses and outbuildings were demolished including the power house and wind mills, with losses expected to be considerable though exact figures were not yet available.
In Dredfield May 21 a fierce storm's lightning struck Angist Mutts Base killing a five year old boy and a seven year old girl. Pieter father sat nearby as the bolt struck. a pipe was knocked from its mouth and the mother was stunned with a blackened face. The storm swept across the county with heavy rain.
May 21 Defender De Bismarck arrives from Winona after being held at the agency guardhouse. He denies complicity in the Spicer murder and says Holy Cracks story is false. He notes no violence occurred as he was moved through Stand ing Rock to Winona. Officers expect more evidence to convict all five men.
Surveyors in Mabnard Minnesota May 21 platted two new townsites on Milge Lake in Hob bard county along the Great North erm and Bratpent Northertt roads. Several lots show gold prospects and a hotel is planned. A railroad will be built, and a new town has been announced.
A train carrying reserves from Westphal to Metz derailed between Hilloshi and Creveslden. Nine killed and twenty five injured as emergency units respond to the crash, with rescue teams scouring the wreckage for survivors.
The May 18 session drawn large crowds as Cuba policy dominated Senate and House proceedings. Senator Mason urged quick passage of Morgan’s Cuban resolution to aid starving Americans in Cuba, while Senator Hoar urged restraint. Various appropriations and committee actions followed, with debate continuing on Cuban belligerency and related funding.
Secret Department archives reveal consular reports on the Cuban conflict, including a Lee dispatch excerpt describing insurgent strength, Madrid mediation offers, and warnings that the war may extend with profound human suffering and economic ruin for Cuba. The letter highlights deteriorating conditions in Santiago de Cuba and calls attention to the broader impact on civilians.
Deputy United States Marshal Raggett passed through Jamestown New Jersey to serve notice of an injunction issued by Judge Amidon against the railroad constabulary for attempting to enforce recently adopted rate scales. The notice will be served upon Commissioner Walton and others when newspapers publish the official notice of the proposed rates.
The mine above Seateh hill endangers Nowburg as residents fear for the town’s survival after years of escalating conflict caused by vast numbers of people and ongoing threats amid recent unrest.
An 1902-era letter from the American Cract Society and Edwin Stoddart claim a forged will by the late A. L. Davis would have left $10,000 to several societies and $5,000,000 for a university in Butte. Stoddart, jailed for forgery, says the original will existed and was never probated, detailing a plan halted by penitentiary time.
Grain thieves preying on farmers around Minu. May 20. Haberman trapped a man loading sacks from a granary wagon, a gun battle ensued and both sides dodged around the wagon until ammunition ran out. The thief fled with the wagon and horses, pursued for seven miles.
In Stillwater Minnesota on May 20 warrants were served on I G. Kilty Jaudce Matthews and Martin Yeley charged with logging on government lands. They allege their ship was bought from others who initially purchased it from the Indians and deny wrongdoing.
The Grand Lodge session of A O U W convened at Kargo with about 500 delegates. Mayor Johnson and ex Mayor Smith welcomed attendees as regular work proceeded. North and South Dakota degrees of honor are in session, and notable discussion focuses on an insurance assessment plan.
Hue Merritt, living in Park Rapids, fired at John Morrison after spotting Morrison with Merritt’s wife near their house. Morrison fled, Merritt fired but missed, the rifle seized by a neighbor or bystander. No arrests yet. Mrs Merritt has left town.
Hudson Wisconsin May 20 arrest of Mes mer a hypnotist who was to perform at the opera hall on charge of procuring Magle Crow ley's minor son Wddle and placing him under mesmeric influence endangering his life and heart. Police say Eddie was hypnotized for a show window advertisement prompting the mother to seek arrest after mayor Basford had barred mesmerizing a man for the same purpose.
May 20. John Brodie two years old son of Mr and Mrs James Brodie was struck and killed by a special Northern Pacific train as the engineer tried to whistle a cow from the track. Mr Brodie is manager of the Electric Light and Power Company of Dickinson.
Aberdeen reports the 8. D. Mayor notes the animal meeting with grand judge I. O. O. Hebekahs state assembly passes preliminaries. Committees appointed as standard. banquet planned at Hotel Kennard.
Gustav Krienke aged twelve suffered a serious injury when a colt kicked him between the eyes. The horse struck him hard, severely injuring him.
May 20 at the Daisy mill dock West Superior Wisconsin Wilford Gowell a laborer from St Paul jumped into the water and drowned after a period of insanity. He had prior injuries and a damage suit pending.
The body of twenty four year old red Kramba was found in the Misalasippi river. drowning appears accidental. Local authorities are investigating the incident.
Teething at Dighty-Dight recounts Henry Garrett of this town turning eighty eight next May and recovering from an attack of the gap. He remains sharp minded and memory strong for his age while undergoing a remarkable renewal of teeth as a new set begins to emerge.
In Brooklyn chatter Mrs Montauk is described as a new woman now often wheeling her baby in a carriage. Mrs Midwood notes the change while Mrs Fintbush recalls her earlier masculine role in managing the marketing and household tasks.
A dated testimonial complains of long alcohol dependency and credits a mysterious remedy called Anthdlag. It claims transformation from a worthless fallow to a cobar and respected citizen. The note offers Anti Jag in malted form via Renova Chemical Co. for one dollar with directions to administer secretly.
Washington dispatch reports that the battleship Indiana may sail to Europe for the queen’s Jubilee next month, with Brooklyn already chosen to attend. If the Indiana goes, its voyage aims to show England the strength of U.S. battleships. After the celebration, Indiana returns home while Brooklyn likely succeeds the Minnesota as European station flagship.
Not His Own. Willa Washington makes a remark meant as humor. Jelor answers with ingenuousness that it was capital. Washington asks if he agrees and he replies that it is borrowed capital.
A collage of 19th century era lines includes quips about whisky theft and odd remarks from the New York Journal. It mixes garbled phrases on kisses spreading disease and various patent medicine claims. The text also references insanity rates and a claim about the male brain weighing 10 percent more than the female brain.
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