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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 04, 1900

Page

6

Russian sale threat stirs U S appeal for lenience

Louis D. Horne of J Paul is linked to a Russian fine of 630, tied to his father’s property in Rugala Tehornigow. Gov Lind and the U S embassy sought delay. Priss in St Petersburg refused, hoping to raise funds in time to avert the imperial sale. Horne resides in New York and is a naturalized citizen with ties to local businesses.

Niusalo Xs Bogula St. Paw Minn Louis D. Horne J. Paul Tehornigow Rugala Russia Gov. Lind United States At. Petersburg Guy. Lind St. Petersburg Herbert HM. D. Priss Horne

Hearing on Corbett murder case in St Paul continues

In St Paul Minnesota on September 30 preliminary hearing for H P Corbett deputy gaol warden charged with killing Joseph Mrozinski aged fisherman was delayed as body remains unfound. County attorney Bigelow said proceedings depend on recovery of the body. Judge Orr granted a continuation to October. Rudolph Schilann lent a steam launch to aid search along the river from St Paul to Hastings within days. John Mrozinski son of the slain man charged with illegal fishing also continued to October 5.

St. Paul Minn H. P. Corbett Gant Joseph Mrozinski Orr Polles Court Bigelow Mrozinsk Rudolph Schilann Mrozinski Hnatinga John Mrozinski

Coal Deposits Located in Cascade Coal Field West of Washington

Judge J M Dennett and Prof Burch report locating nineteen feet of anthracite coal on 640 acres in the Cascade mountain district sixty miles from the railroad. They estimate 26 000 000 tons and have formed a development company with Gen Duke of Hastings Minn. They expect railroad access to enable profitable markets and fair miners’ wages.

North Dakota Valley City J.M. Dennett Cascade Mountain District Washington Burch Seattle Judge Dennett Cascade Large Buroh Gen Duke of

Wealthy farmer victimized in Cold Water robbery bunco

William H. Nevison a prosperous farmer living near Cold Water was duped assaulted and robbed of 5000 on a public road while traveling with a stranger who identified himself as a banker from Jonesville. A second man aided the alleged banker in knocking him unconscious and taking the money.

Cold Water Mich William BH. Nivison Nevison Gosmer Jonesville Savings Bank

Tornado Victim Louis Pittman Dies in Morristown

Faribault Minnesota September 20 another death from the Morristown cyclone is reported Louis Pittman son of Frank Pittman of Waterville died last night from injuries bringing the storm toll to nine. Paul Gatzke proprietor of the wrecked building is said to be in worse condition and may not recover.

Louis Pittman Paul Gatsko Faribault Minn Morristown Frank Pittman Waterville Paul Gatzke

Black Hills cattle shipments surpass four million dollars

Deadwood Sept 30 The cattle shipments from the Black Hills this year are valued at between three and four million dollars. From Belle Fourche alone shipments this fall total about 1 760 000 dollars, with many cattle still awaiting shipment. The Black Hills cattle industry has grown to rival the gold mining sector.

Hoxbens Deadwood Black Hills Belle Fourche

Cattle Perish In Barn Fire Near Olivia Minn

A straw barn on George Nestor’s Olivia area farm burned with eight cattle perishing. Origin of the fire is unknown. Two boys suffered burns to their hands in the incident.

Olivia Minn George Nestor

Miner Dies From Powder Gas in Chippewa Copper Mine

West Superior Sept 30 Harry Beck, a miners helper at the Chippewa copper mine, suffocated by powder gas while attempting a shot. Henry Riden with him was overpowered but expected to recover. Beck entered the shaft against Riden’s protest to set a last charge that failed to detonate before ventilation cleared. Riden was overcome during rescue efforts.

West Superior Wis Harry Eck Chippewa Henry Riden Beck Riden Aiden

Falls Into River in Wisconsin Man Rescued

Martin Ward of J Boyd Wis fell into the river near Jackson street after midnight while returning from North Dakota. He floated for a time, crawled ashore by the Milwaukee freight house, was found by Officer White and then sent to the central police station where a city physician treated him for exposure.

St Paul Main Martin Ward J. Boyd Wis North Dakota Jackson Street Milwaukee White Central Police Station

Hard Time for Patrolman at St Paul Dancehall

Patrolman Grabowski of the Rogio station struggled Saturday night at Plebuch's hall on 488 tuat and street in St Paul. He attempted to remove a boisterous youth from the dance, but as they reached the street the officer was knocked down. Two men sat on his face while the prisoner escaped. The assailants kicked him and warned against pursuit, then fled.

Grabowski St. Paul Minn Rogio Plebuch’s Tuat Hoanys Hila

Wisconsin University President Steps Down for Health

Madison October 2 The board of regents announced the temporary retirement of Dr Charles Kendall Adams as president for one year with half pay during his absence. Dean E A Birge will act as president until his return.

Adams Wisconsin University Madison, Wis Board of Regents of The State University Chas. Kendall Adams E. A. Birge

Bryan in Minnesota Tours With Eightteen Speeches

Bryan traveled through Minnesota from West Superior to Minneapolis, delivering a dozen speeches with Gov. Tind, totaling about eleven hours of oratory. The journey began in West Superior and included stops in Duluth Stillwater St. Paul and Minneapolis, with large crowds at major cities and smaller crowds elsewhere. The train bore flags and the slogans The Republic No Empire and Dual Rights to All.

Pata St. Paul Bryan Ping Barrens Minnesota West Superior Wis St. Louis Duluth Republic West Superior Stillwater Minneapolis

Red Wing Carnival Sparks Outcry Across City

The Red Wing community is stirred by the street carnival. A revival of intense condemnation follows sermons at the Presbyterian and Episcopal churches denouncing the midway attractions as a disgrace and predicting moral ruin for youth if such events continue. Business leaders join the clamor against carnival management.

Red Wing Minn Moore Presbyterian Church Rollit Episcopal Church

Prisoner Breaks Floor Hole in St Paul Station

Albert Metz attempted escape from Margaret Street police station in St Paul by tunneling a hole in his cell floor. Officer Hoefer discovered the breach. a basement access under the station could have allowed Metz to exit via an outer window.

Margaret Linton St. Paul Minn Albert Metz Margaret Street Aly Hoefer Metz

Woman's neck breaks in halter accident near Ridgeland

In Barron County Wisconsin on October 2 Mrs Fred Grover of Ridgeland area died in a halter accident. Her hat blew off while handling a horse frightening the animal, the halter tightened and broke her neck. No witnesses. husband was away.

Wisconsin Barron, Wis Fred Grover Ridgeland

Breaks His Ankle as Wagon Throws Boy at Street Corner

Sixteen year old Albert Hurt of 420 Superior Street was thrown from a wagon at Victoria and Armstrong streets when his horse ran away. He broke his right ankle, received treatment from Dr. McCord, and was later moved to St Luke's hospital for care.

Albert’ Hurt St. Paul, Minn Albert Hurt Superior Street Victoria and Armstrong Hurt McCord St Luke's Hospital

Murder and Robbery Near Deadwood in Garden City District

Mrs N M Herdin, a well known married woman, was murdered at midnight in her Garden City home six miles from Deadwood. An unknown man fatally shot her five times while she slept and stole money from her husband, who works at Kicking Horse mine. The killer also stole a horse and buggy and fled. a posse pursues with several suspects based on the tale from her son.

Deadwood, & DD N. M. Herdin Garden City Kicking Horse Ttle

Bucket Shops Not Enjoined in Chicago Board Case

In Milwaukee District Court Judge Seaman denied the Chicago board of trade request for a temporary injunction to bar bucketshops from using its quotations. The court raised the issue of whether the board has property rights in quotations once published, pending proof. The case will go to a referee to take testimony.

Wjnige Seanman Milwaukee Denter Board of Trade United States District Court Seaman Chicago Board of Trade Chicago Board Board of Trade

Deer hunting banned in closed year restrictions advised

In Deadwood Idaho a closed year for deer hunting is declared with a fifth year ban. Despite the rule, parties are forming in the city and Lead for deer hunting as grouse and ducks rise in foothills. Deer are plentiful along the Wyoming line near the Limestone range. Staze Held Up. Boise reports an Ontario and Burns stage robbery seven miles from Ontario at 11 pm. The lone highwayman fired across the road and demanded mail, which was thrown out. the stage was not further molested and the mail value was minimal.

Deadwood Wyoming Line Limestone Range Boise Idaho Ontario and Burns Ontario

Oats for the Philippines Demand 4 Million Pounds

The U S government orders 4 000 000 pounds of oats from Twin City grain dealers for the Philippines. Bids opened yesterday. tight time limits prevent definite delivery. Bids ranged from 2 to 88 cents per 1000 pounds. order likely split among bidders with possible delays.

Army St. Paul United States Twin City Philippines

Jenkins Recovers From Cataract Operation at Milwaukee

Judge James G. Jenkins of the United States circuit court has a successful cataract operation. His impaired right eye is restored and he plans to resume his bench seat in about a week. In La Crosse, Tim Murray pled guilty to obtaining funds under false pretenses as a self described national committee collector and received a one year prison sentence.

Jadge Jenkins Hinslicht Milwaukee James G. Jenkins United States Circuit Court Stuindling la Crosse Wis Tim Murray Vic

Grain buyer Geeslin reported missing in Aberdeen

James Station grain buyer J F Geeslin, who vanished a week ago, remains missing as investigators reveal about $4600 shortage in his accounts. Local authorities say the discrepancy is under review and seek any information from the public.

Aberdeen J. F. Geeslin James Station

Despondent Farmer Ends Life in Wisconsin

William Fenska, a Chippewa Falls farmer, killed himself with a shotgun on October 2 after becoming despondent over his wife’s illness and longabsence. He resided nine miles from the city and left no note.

Himnett Chippewa Falla Wis William Fenska Auieide

Two Men Perished in McDonald Lake Found Near Perham

William Hosea and Charles Billinger, drowned two weeks ago in McDonald Lake, were found yesterday and brought to Perham. Billinger aided Hosea by removing clothing to improve his chances, and Hosea’s brother from Joseph, Missouri, will transport the bodies home after the search.

Hoties

Sloux City's Carnival and Interstate Festival Opens

Sloux City's Carnival and Interstate festival opened with visitors from Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska. Thousands more expected during the week. An open switch at Jackson yard derailed an engine and two freight cars, injuring Engineer Hazeltine and Fireman Keating but not seriously.

Sloux City Bloux City Iowa South Dakota Nebraska Jackson Minn Coat Yard Hazeltine Keating

Impending Crisis in Imperial Policy and American Leadership

The article argues Carl Bryan’s anti imperial stance as a noble defense of republican ideals. It condemns imperialism and militarism, attacks trusts and domestic capital power, and warns that re electing McKinley would turn the republic into a camp follower of monarchies. It cites Rome and colonial rule as precedents and urges steadfast defense of independence and constitutional principles.

B. C. Flower Mr. Bryan Republic Abraham Lincoln Bryan Back- Woods America Jefferson Lincoln Haaver Republican Party Old World United States Porto Rico Antillea Rome Spain England India McKinley Europe Hanna

Blower Warns of Imperialism and Election’s Deadly Stakes

B O Blower warns that this election will settle the core faith in the Declaration of Independence and the republic. He laments the rise of imperial capital, bank domination, and trusts shaping government and judiciary, promising further letters on these dangers.

Republican Party Blower

Railway Workers Prepare Secret Political Campaign

A historical warning describes railway men in the Western and Midwest forming a covert Democratic league to influence the 1906 campaign. It cites 1894 Pullman and Canton protests, alleging corporate control and mass mobilization of railway workers against the Republican party.

Middle Western General Managera’ Association of Chicago Democratic League Sécrat United States Democratic Party Republican Party Canton McKinlay

Campaign Rhetoric Critique of Republicans and Money

A caustic editorial argues Republicans ignore core issues and founders, elevating wealth over liberty. It contrasts McKinley era prosperity with principles, condemning the party’s focus on dollars, capital, and temporary gains while highlighting historical figures and faith. It asserts freedom, not money, should guide politics and cites Lincoln, Garrison, and Washington to underscore enduring ideals.

Republicana Lincoln Phillips Garrison Hannard McKinley Patrick Henry Daniel Webster Heaven Earth Jesus Apostles Judas Washington

The Flag at Pekin and American Duty in China

A Bryan quote argues against keeping the U S flag in Pekin insisting soldiers remain and criticizing attempts to impose a rule that would halt flag removal. He contrasts with Manila doctrine and asserts freeing the Philippine flag offers better prospects than changing to an imperial banner.

Pekin Manila Philippines Pippine Islands Philippine Republic Republic W. J. Bryan

Quoted Questions Challenge Republican Policy In Open Letter

O L Rice of Mankato Kansas issues a list of twelve pointed questions to Governor Stanley in an open letter. The questions probe war taxes immigration, self rule, Monroe Doctrine, taxation, militarism, and foreign policy, framing critique of U S governance and foreign entanglements.

O. L. Rice Mankato Kanaai Stanley Rice Republican County Central Committee Europe Asia Castle Garden Ireland Spanish Islands Philippines America Jolo Pension Department Alaska England Republich

Plattism Faces Platt Nominee Defeat and Party Disaster

In New York the simple truth is that few Republicans will vote for Platt candidates or engage with Plattism. A Platt nomination, the piece argues, spells individual defeat and party disaster, as Plattism clings to dummy candidates or favors Tammany over Republicans who reject Kosaiam.

New York Platt

World-Herald notes August government deficit grows

The August accounts show government outlays nearly one million dollars above receipts, a widening deficit since last August when a four and a half million surplus existed. The article cites rising wartime costs and expanding expenditures as the month’s major financial drag.

Official records show officers' net salary rises

The Manufacturer of Offlcow reports official records indicating 28,270 new offices with extra annual salaries of 95,234,663 and 479 old officers receiving pay increases. The piece notes large commissions under the president and criticizes Republican expansion under the new imperial regime.

Offlcow Portland Argus

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