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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1906
Page
5
Harold Rogers writes from the East describing cholera in Manila nearing extinction, receipt of herbs, regret over enlisting, and a graft scandal at the commissary. He notes guards, passes, and theft of beef by soldiers, with a warning that meat no longer leaves the gate as investigations proceed.
Monday marked Gus A Stoehr and wife’s sixteenth wedding anniversary with a surprise gathering of about fifty at Mrs Nick Iana s home. Guests enjoyed euchre and social time, then lunch, and left with a dining room chairs set as a memento. The Chicago American beat the Chicago Nationals 8 to 3 in game four of their series before 19000 fans. The Cubs and White Sox split six games, with the Cubs winning four. A barn, corncrib, and buggy shed are for sale via Mrs Gus A Stromm. A light rain would help dust.
A Sunday sermon warns against gossip and slander urging restraint. It emphasizes that sharing neighbors' faults harms one’s own soul and warns misfortune may befall loved ones. The speaker urges charity and careful speech to avoid social disgrace and private tragedy.
W A Wickham longtime Mason and former Larrabee Private Bank employee died at his Clermost home on Saturday and was buried Monday with Masonic honors. He was in his seventies and had suffered illness from bowel issues. Officers from Silver Leaf Lodge attended the service along with local residents and family.
The article condenses state fish laws on trout and game fish, including seasonal take limits and possession rules. It also reports the October 10, 1906 marriage of I. J. Monnahan and Miss Esley Boleyn at West Union, noting Monnahan's ties to the Elgin livery and their plan to live in town before moving to his mother's farm in spring.
Notice is hereby given that on November 12, 1906, before the District Court of Fayette County, a document purporting to be the last will and testament of Maurice Mulchy, deceased, will be heard for proof and admission to probate. Dated Oct. 11, 1906, West Union. J. W. Winston, Clerk. Also included is an editorial note urging matched marriages and a classified sale offering 100 acres in Highland township and the home place joining Clermont, Ia, by H. Linpensavur.
A notice warns that any person found fishing or attempting to fish on lands in sections 283 24 26 34 and 45 in Pleasant Valley Township owned or rented by named parties will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. The listed individuals include Ben Seuer Jake Schaer Hans Graether J Gehring Fred Spahr Later Shapier Fred NeilpecKer and Mrs J Konner.
An advertisement urges homeowners to clean and prevent chimney fires, noting a small cost can save hundreds of dollars. Evaneye Stan offers to perform cleaning on short notice, warning of fire risks and urging prompt action before season ends.
Notice reads that any person found hunting or fishing on the premises south of town will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Signed Hans Granruer.
Mrs. F W Hughes notes The Saturday Evening Post and The Ladies Home Journal for subscription. Curtis Publishing Company offers a short term deal of four months or 17 issues for 50 cents. Aimed at trying the weekly Post and monthly Home Journal.
Anna Simpson announces a hat sale in Elgin at the hotel Dewey sample rooms on Thursday. The complete stock will allow the ladies of Elgin and vicinity to select fashionable millinery from home.
For sale a good small farm located a short distance from Elgin depot. Includes a two story house 24 by 28 feet, barn 20 by 80, a shed and other outbuildings. Listed by Higin Low with contact for more details.
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