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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1899

Page

6

Kirby Trial at Sioux Falls Delayed by Juror's Illness

In Sioux Falls a sensational Kirby trial progressed with Joe Kirby charged with extorting postage stamps stolen from the government. The jury retired at 4:31 Saturday. juror G C Suber near Wolsey suffered a mental breakdown Sunday, prompting Judge Carland to discharge and hospitalize him at U S expense. Suber sided with conviction 11 to 1, and the case will resume at the next term of the United States court with a fourth trial scheduled.

Kirby Sioux Falls Sioux Walls Joe Kirby GC. Suber Wolsey Carland Suber United States

Indians May Hunt At Wile In Becket County

The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled in State vs Al Cooney that reservation Indians may kill game out of season in their traditional manner for personal use and may store it for sale to other Indians, while game laws remain objective against Indians seeking to market game. The decision clarifies tribal relations and exceptions to state hunting rules.

St. Paul Supreme Court al Cooney Becker County Tullo Selkirk Beason

Mystic shooting at Avf air in St Peter Minn

Ole Entenson of St Peter is shot in the leg by David Johnson in an early morning incident at Johnsons home. Entenson sought eggs. Johnson allegedly drew a revolver and fired from behind, injuring him. Johnson jailed. further developments expected.

Ole Entenson St. Peter Minn Altair Ole Estenson Estenson David Johnson Olingon Johnson Juhnson Ja

Upsets the Plans for Fifty-First Iowa Regiment

From Des Moines to San Francisco reports say the Fifty-first Iowa will not be mustered out by Nov. 6 as hoped. Miles plans to delay reception here to election day, and seeks to have trains layover so troops reach town on the morning of Nov. 8, a move aimed at avoiding Nov. 6 crowds.

Munter Fifty-First Bius Iowa San Francisco Chavedoy Miles Milen Port Wucinsend Seattle Wasl Nelson A Miles Port Towheend Philippine Congress Philippines

Reclaim Swamp Lands in Janene County Wisconsin

A planned drainage canal will reclaim 65,000 acres of swamp lands in Janene county known as the Little Yellow Drainage district. It will start at Meadow Valley and Daley near Wood county line, proceeding southeast. Judge Wryman appointed a committee to determine cost. about 250 freeholders are affected as the total ditching reaches at least 100 miles.

Janene County Win Biack River Alls Wis Janenu County Meadow Valley Daley Wood County Ijn Wryman

Alleged Proprietor Arrested on Bench Warrant in Princeton

In Princeton Minnesota Jeery Kilmer was arrested on a bench warrant for selling beer without a license. Kilmer allegedly operated the steamer Gracie D on Mille Lacs Lake, using a government license, and faces charges from a prior grand jury indictment. He was taken to Hennepin County jail to await the April term of court.

Princeton Minn Jeery Kilmer Kilmer Gracie D Mille Lacs Lake Hennepin County

Doctor Isermard invited to inspect asylum patients

Centerville Iowa November reports Dr Iser mard renowned for curing insanity by resetting a bone in the neck has been invited to visit the state asylum to examine patients there at a professional dinner last night Dr Bernard asserted that two thirds of insanity cases could be cured by bone realignment

Centerville Iowa Isermard Tha Lusana Bernard Welieg

Killed on His Way to Work in Fargo Train Accident

Ed Livingst on a laborer who had worked at Vargo for some months started for Detroit to work. He was riding on a Northern Pacific train when in some manner he fell off and was badly mangled, according to Fargo reports dated November 1.

Fargo N. D Ed Livingston Vargo Detroit Northern Pacific

Murderer Sentenced in Milwaukee Killing Case

Milwaukee November 1 Herman Mueller killed Policeman Kossen a month ago was found guilty of second degree murder and sentenced to twenty five years at hard labor.

Milwaukee Herman Mueller Kossen

Prominent Gary Citizen Injured in Accident

Gary, November reports a prominent local figure named J. Grithby sustaining severe injuries after a fall from a steed. The incident occurred when the harness failed and the veteran rider was thrown, injuring one hip and resulting in a serious mishap for the town resident.

Calvert Bound Over for Trial in Minn Assault Case

William Calvert Jr is bound over for trial after being charged with making a criminal assault on a woman in Calvert, Minn. The district court will set bail.

Calvert Rergus Onlls Minn Williaan Calvert, Jr

Night Shirt Brigade Scandal Shocks Wisconsin Campus

At the University of Wisconsin reports describe a violent campus incident during a Monday night parade. Women’s laundry was vandalized and looted, with garments used as trophies. The dean notes a list of offenders and possible expulsion, while private rooms were broken into and household items damaged.

Night Shirt Madison Wik University of Wisconsin Cireles Fins Indien' Nall Inen Lnter

Collision near Courtland claims life and injures several

In St Peter Minnesota a Northwestern line collision west of Courtland between an east bound passenger train and a westbound freight car resulted in one death and multiple injuries. Freight cars were demolished and several people were burned or injured. An investigation will determine accountability.

Alleway St. Peter Minn Wile Courtland Village New Ulm Courtland

Returning Towans State Furnishes Transport Home

San Francisco November 2 The Fifty-first Town volunteers have been notified that the state will furnish transportation from here to each man s actual home regardless of enlistment location. The state provides three sleeping cars and subsistence to depart today with the regiment as it is mustered out. They will pass Connell Bluffs and Dramoles as they travel through the state.

San Francisco Adjt Byers Connell Bluffs Dra Moles

Forest City & Sioux CHyvibiroad to Resume Service

Good News for the Public Huron 8 D Nov 2. Forest City and Sioux Chyvibiroad, closed over two years, will reopen in days with new rolling stock and regular trains. New York railway interest and eastern connection will serve Gettysburg and Porter counties. The line passes through an agriculture rich region. prior closures were caused by preventable accidents.

Huron Forest City & Sioux Chyvibiroad New York Railway Inc Tis Ine Gettysburg Porter County Eastern Laad

Supreme Court Hears South Dakota Rate Case

The United States supreme court heard argument yesterday on the South Dakota 1897 maximum railroad rate law. The measure fixed the highest charges for passenger and freight transport within the state. Enforcement could cut freight revenue by about 92,000 dollars and passenger revenue by about 225,000 dollars annually.

South Dakota Washington United States Supreme Court

Many Hog Cholera Cases Reported in Minnesota Towns

Winona Minn Nov 3 Dr Arnald state veterinarian reports many hog cholera cases in Hart Whitson and Plewkick towns after days of investigation He notes officials are dutybound but farmers fail to cooperate in reporting cases and aiding control efforts.

Winona Minn Arnald Hart Whitson Plekwick

University women pledge abstinence after night dress raid

At Madison Wisconsin Ladies hall students held a mass meeting and passed a resolution to refrain from social intercourse with male students and skip parties until the laundry premises were restored, the guilty students punished, and proper reparations made. President Adams, Dean Birge and Miss Emery Dean approved the measure.

Madison, Wis Nev Ladies’ Hall Adams Dean Birge Emery Dean

Iowans Homeward Bound Amid Reception Preparations

A dispatch from Cornell Bluff Iowa dated November 3 reports the fifty first Iowa volunteers, just mustered out at San Francisco, left yesterday afternoon. The regiment faced delays from accident or weather, but is expected to reach here Monday morning as local committees rush to complete reception and entertainment plans.

Connell Binits Cornell Blul Iowa San Francisco

NALLOWI EN TRAGEDY GUN SET FATAL Hallowe en party

A Hallowe en expedition on farmer Peter Jensen s Hutchinson Minnesota farm ended in the death of William Rahn age seventeen son of Jelder Rahn Adventist church. Jensen claims he wet the gun and faces condemnation as an inquest is opened by the county.

Thutchinson Minn William Rahn Jelder Rahn Adventist Church Peter Jensen Hutchinson Jensen

First Snow at Milwaukee Brings Light Fall and Melt

Milwaukee reports the season’s first snow lasting briefly as light flurries melted on pavements despite high winds. The city noted rapid melt except on slick sidewalks, with weather still windy all day and continuing.

Milwaukee Wis Government Pier Moe Raciie Kenosha

Philbin Named Superintendent in Eastern Minnesota

Duluth Minn November 2 a circular hearing by Louly W Hill first vice president of Eastern Minnesota announced D M Philbin appointed superintendent of the company with headquarters at West Superior replacing G I Slade who resigned Philbin is second vice president of the company

W. H. Bryan Speech Trip Ends in Wreck Near Hayenon

W. H. Bryan was driven from Trip City to Hayenon Nebraska to speak last night. About five miles from the start the team wrecked over an embankment. The occupants were thrown out and bruised but none seriously hurt.

W. WH Bryan Aun Acchicut Omnia Neb Noy Hayenon W. Bryan Trip City

Five-Story West Washington Street Fire In Chicago

A November 2 Chicago fire gutted the five story building at 39 42 West Washington Street housing Empire Steam Carpet cleaning works M McKegor Co machinery Frank Sweet Co saw makers Becker Bros electrical manufacturers. The blaze caused about 125 000 Loge in damage.

Chicago West Washington Street Empire Steam M. McKegor & Co Frank Sweet & C Co Eaw Becker Bros

Col G B Wahl Injured In Bank Office Fall

In Alexandria Minnesota on November 2 Col G B Wahl toppled from a high stool at the First National bank office sustaining a back injury. A rib is believed broken and the outlook is serious with the injury possibly fatal.

Srlounly Alexandria Minn Col G. B. Wahl First National Bank

Man shoots wife, then kills himself in Butte scene

In Winnett Butte Mont on November 3 Eugene Lance shot and seriously wounded Josephine Blancheau after she refused to give him her earnings. He then fatally shot himself, dying instantly. Lance had recently returned from the Klondike and was said to have a wife and family in Victoria.

Winnett Butte Mont Eugene Lance Josephine Blancheau Lane Klondike Victoria

Electric Power House Destroyed at Blue Lake City

The power house of the Standard Electric Company at Blue Lake City was entirely destroyed yesterday. Loss estimated at least 75,000 dollars. Several large enterprises relying on the plant will face great inconvenience. Origin of the fire unknown.

Steeton Standard “Electric Company Blue Lake City

Residence Destroyed in Winona Minnesota Fire

Residence of John Ebben at St Charles burned yesterday. Furniture and contents saved. Fire believed to have started in the attic. Loss about 2000 dollars.

Winona Minn John Ebben St. Charles

Bride Mary Condon Weds Victor Read in Winona

Miss Mary Condon sister of Boller Inspector Condon of this city married Victor G Read of Minneapolis. After a wedding at the bride's home the couple departed for Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Winona Min Mary Condon Boller Condon Victor,g. Read

Remains of Capt Charles McDowell to be buried in Hudson

The body of Capt. Charles McDowell, who drowned near Willow City North Dakota while hunting, will be brought to Hudson Wisconsin for burial. He leaves behind a wife and four small children.

Hudson Wis Charles McDowell Willow City N. D

Fought With Lincoln A Blackhawk War Veteran Dies at 100

Mason City Iowa November 2 1900 Tesse Bracken who fought with Lincoln in the Blackhawk war and knew him well died last night at his son's home aged 100 years The death removes a veteran of early American conflict and local memory retains his name and service.

Lincoln Mason City Town Tesse Bracken Hhin

Foreman George Davis Injured After Fall From Moving Train

Yatally Wisconsin nov. 2 George Davis a Chicago Burlington Quincy foreman fell from a moving train two miles south of here this morning and sustained injuries that will prove grave.

Yatally la Crosse Wis George Davis Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Pease

School Land Sale Sees 211.85 Acres Sold in Winona County

In Winona Minnesota the sale of state school lands was held in the county courthouse. A total 211.85 acres were sold for 1180.25 dollars. Bidding on one parcel rose to eight dollars per acre while another brought five dollars and twenty five cents per acre.

Winona Minn Aittle

Noted Navigator Falls Into Vessel Hold in Accident

Captain Stenberg of New York, famed navigator, fell headfirst into the hold of the condemned steamer Prof Mora in Oakland Cil Nov. Capt. Stenberg fractured his skull and is not expected to survive.

Oakland Cil Stenberg New York United States Mora

Burlek Wis Post Office Robbery Reported

Winona Minn Nov 3 postal officials report the Burlek Wisconsin post office was entered by a blast and robbed of money and a large quantity of stamps. Authorities are investigating the break in.

PontoMece Winona Minn Burlek Wis

Prospector Bryant Dies After Self-Inflicted Shot

David Bryant, an old-time prospector from Nova Scotia, shot himself through the heart in a Vancouver area home where he had been passionately insistent in love. He died instantly, leaving strong local connections and ties to Navy at Bookune Washington.

Prospector Shootn Wintell Bookune Wash Navy David Bryant Bryant Nova Scotict

Tragic Riding Accident Claims Local Life

In Ted Lake Pass Minnesota on November 3, Axul Christoferson a favored rider was killed after a horse named Lowy caused a fall six miles east of here. Eyewitnesses report the rider was thrown and succumbed to injuries at the scene. Local authorities are investigating the incident.

Horne Ted

Philippine Commission Report on Islands Sovereignty and Self Government

The Philippine Commission presented a preliminary report to the president after a White House conference. It extols American sovereignty as a boon, warns abandonment would invite chaos and foreign intervention, and asserts the Filipinos will gain self government under American guidance. Dewey memorandum notes Aguinaldo’s position. the commission highlights economic and strategic value and envisions the islands as a future resort to attract tourism.

Wantington White, House Dewey Ilipino Archipelago Conutsuion Philippines Twly Dhilippine Ts Yandte J. Er George Dewey Charles Denby Penn C. Worcester

Colonial Bureau Planned for U S Dependencies

A colonial bureau in Washington is nearly decided to take direct charge of all matters pertaining to outlying dependencies. The office, to be a War Department bureau, is moving toward electing a chief.

Washington United States War Department

British first eliks battleship Venerable launch

In Chatham England on November 3 the launch of the British battleship Venerable drew unusual enthusiasm. Mrs Joseph Chamberlain and her husband the British of state for the colonies received a great ovation as scenes of ceremony and admiration unfolded.

Chatham Eng Ars Joseph Chamberlain Mika Endicott P Washington

Hobart Condition Reports No Change In Health

News from Paterson New Jersey notes no change in the condition of President Hobart. The family retired early and at 1 am Herbert Hobart was reported sleeping quietly. In Chicago Senator Mason was expelled from a ship due to opposition to policy in the Philippines.

Paterson Navy Hobart Herbert Futile Mason Chicagoa Novo

Murderous Jealousy Triggers Wife's Fatal Shooting at Sea

A Chilean sailor aboard the navy ship Amipew 1 shot and killed his wife before killing himself. Authorities say jealousy sparked the tragedy aboard the central company vessel.

WiteMurd Rand Sulelge Chileno Tibtely Central Company Lin Volt

Murderous Assault on Miss Wittgraf in St In area

On November 8 in Saint Paul Miss Wittgraf was attacked by Morris Butler near Wabasha and Seventh streets. Butler fired four shots from a revolver. two hit Wittgraf who fell unconscious. Patrolman James White stopped the attack before further harm occurred. Wittgraf was taken to city hospital and expected to recover. Wittgraf accuses Butler of persistent unwanted attention while Butler claims she deceived him about money.

Moronghtire St. In Ty Moris Butler Wabasha Seventh Streets Miss Wittgaf Patrobnan James White Miss Wittgraf Hitler Bnt

Wisconsin University Scandal At Madison College

Reported Monday evening as students’ night shift escapade expands. Linen thefts include beds, jewelry, books, and cushions from private rooms while belongings of innocent parties are damaged. Indignant parents threaten criminal action if culprits are found. Faculty conduct remains discreet awaiting developments.

Wisconsin Madison Wis Noy

Chinamen Crossing Into U S Reported at Portal

United States Marshal Waggart reports sixty more Chinamen have crossed into the United States at Portal and will be taken to Fargo for a hearing before Judge Amidon. The Celestinia group includes individuals from Lineago with admitted fourteen and nine others awaiting review.

North Dakota Fargo N. D United States Waggart Trnsted Portal Margo Tudge Amidon Lineago

Sawmill Fire Destroys Clark & Jackson Mill at Duluth

Duluth Minn Nov 3 The Clark and Jackson sawmill at New Duluth burned with total loss to the mill though all lumber stocks were saved except 200000 feet. Mill valued at 50000 and insured for 41000. The timber carried 100000 in insurance. Rebuilding is planned on a larger scale nearer the city center by a company holding extensive lumber tracts.

Clark & Jackson Duluth Minn New Duluth Jess

Children Burned In Shanty Near Royan Iowa

Mrs. Ovens left her five month old, one year old, and three year old children alone in a shanty a half mile north of Royan Iowa. She locked the door while visiting a neighbor for milk and returned to find the fire and the children burned in the blaze. The incident occurred while she was away from home.

Royan Iowa Johm Ovens Iver

Storm Beams Immense Harbor Damage at Kenosta Wis

A heavy Lake Michigan storm lasting over a day caused immense damage at Kenosta Wisconsin. Government harbor work from the past two months was destroyed and debris lined a two mile stretch of beach. The North pier light and the elevated walk to the light were washed awry and the harbor remained in darkness.

Kenosta Wis Lake Michigan

Strike expands to chain as Italian labor import begins

A London dispatch reports Slocum country strike action spreading to a chain. The Silver Reading Owners Association started importing Italian laborers from the Pacific coast. The first consigument arrived yesterday. When the eight hour workday began mine owners cut wages and miners refused the cut.

Steike Vancouver B. C London Slocum Silver Reading Owners’ Association Pacific

Mine Fire Damages Calumet Arnold Mine in Keweenaw

A Keweenaw report states the No 2 shinty house at the Arnold mine burned causing great damage and delaying copper output. The fire notation highlights the impact on production and local mining activity in Calumet Michigan.

Calumet Calumat Mich Keweenaw Arnold Mine

Murderers Convicted in Alma Knows November Trial

In Alma Kno, yesterday four Black men were convicted of murder under the Krunsing procedure. The verdicts followed related testimony and indicate imminent sentencing for the defendants.

Alma Kno

Incinerated in Dodge Center House Fire Mystery

Fragmentary notes report a fatal house fire in Dodge Center involving a woman found incinerated. Names and exact causes are unreadable, but local authorities probe whether the blaze was accidental or linked to a violent act. Further details are unavailable in the readable text.

Frozen to Death in Manitou Park Tragedy

Russell, a local resident of Manitou Park, was found dead in the park after being overtaken by a truck. Hewis Hawling reportedly provided aid by setting up a tent for shelter.

Colarity Springs Cole Russell Uacal Manitou Park

Chess Player Insane in New York Nov Dispatch

A Herald dispatch from St. Petersburg reports Russian chess figure Kay M. Schiffers, who taught Lehiyevin, has been declared insane and taken to an asylum. The story notes his influence on the game and his recent activities in New York.

New York the Herald St. Petersburg Kay M. Schiffers Lsehiyevin Blunt

War Dispatches Report Moves in Philippines Fronts

General Hugos reports improved peace in Negros with rebels subdued. Gen. Young's column advances on Cabanuatuan and Talavera, capturing towns and seizing stores. Cavalry actions near Alinga and Allaga disrupt insurgents. telegraph gear and dispatches fall into U.S. hands while Lawton’s forces push northward. At sea, Turkish steamer Lebuan captured off Zamboanga while blockading ships are seized. In Washington Otis confirms progress and upcoming operations as native forces begin actions against Kagolos.

Gem Mughen Young Cabanantumn San Isidro Col Parker Fourth Cavalry Alinga Batson Spektor Amelia Aguinaldo Lawton Manila Allaga Col. Hayes Talavera Cobal Bateon Lebuan Hongkong Castine Zamboanga Wycbington Otis War Department Lintons Cabanatuan Hughes Negros Glhinal Tinghes Kagolos Ity Pangy

Samoan partition talks advance toward two-power rule

Negotiations among Britain United States and Germany on Samoa progress rapidly in London with aims to end tripartite rule. US expected to gain Pago Pago harbor. Britain possibly cedes Gilbert and Solomon islands to Germany while Germany weighs compensation terms. Final agreement remains uncertain but two-power division appears likely.

Washington Nav London Ber- Nn Hual United States Trillit Pago Pago Great Britain Gilbert and Solomon Germany Samoa Fiji Islands Thia C ‘Bie

One Fowl in Samoa Negotiations Stay Unclear

London reports the Samoan talks are in a stalemate with little chance of a near agreement. The United States backs a one power governance plan for Baume but finds no satisfactory proposal from any side.

Cotalla London United States Foreign Office Baume

Fire damages Cromwell Ocean liner en route to New York

The Cromwell, bound for New York from Louisiana, abandoned departure after a fire found in its hold. The crew flooded the hold to extinguish the blaze, causing extensive cargo water damage but the vessel’s white contents suffered only minor damage. Total loss remains undetermined.

New Orleans Louisiana New York

Eleven year old Owens fires into crowd wounding child

An 11 year old girl from Mortonville returns from school in Glouster Ohio and shoots into a group of children with a market gun, fatally wounding one. The incident occurred as she arrived home, sparking a police investigation into the event and its motive.

Glouster Ohio Owens Mortonville

Fire devastates Bain’s big livery stable in Boone

Nov 3 reports Boone fires strike Bain’s big livery stable on the north side. The blaze spreads and endangers surrounding mill and timber yard and the business district, causing extensive disruption to the town’s core area.

Boone Lows Bain

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