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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1895

Page

8

Was She Killed Xt Tw Discovered

Minneapolis report on a death tied to life insurance and a missing alibi. Mrs. Nylander, 28, alleged to have died by her own action with $5,000 life policy. Husband Nylander questioned as autopsy planned. inquest to follow. pastor and church members discuss rumors of foul play.

Tintin Mira Womaun Wan Minneapolis Mtrs Nola Nydander Myed Mhyenty-fourth Street South Diy Veferew Nylander Wimain EF. J. Mason Shaw & Cray Whic Mason

Deputy Warden in Danger Near West Superior Wis

Deputy Game Warden Woolsey faces possible peril after arrest attempt in which Shaw resisted and fired. Woolsey, with two assistants, returned Saturday for the warrant and has not been heard from. a search party may form if no word by Monday. Escalating tensions threaten wardens enforcing the laws in Douglas County.

West Superior Wis Sept U Woolsley Superior Shaw Douglas County

Chinese Proclamation Cited by Missionary Letters

In Favors Missions New York Sept 6 Robert Z Speer secretary of the board of foreign missions of the Presbyterian church received a letter from Rev I W Houston of Nanking China dated Aug 12. The letter carries a copy of a proclamation by Ming Chang the vice roy which urges Chinese to refrain from molesting missionaries and speaks of peace in the work. Speer says the document shows the folly of judging all China from one region and notes Nanking has long been a turbulent center.

New York Robert Z. Speer Board of Foreign Missions The Presbyterian Church United States I. W. Houston Nan Dng China Bt Ming Chang Mr. Speer Nanking

Tragedy at Central Hospital For Insane In Indianapolis

John Richards, a patient at the Central Hospital for the Insane in Indianapolis, killed fellow patient Nathan Dunihoo of New Albany. Richards struck Dunihoo with a chair as patients filed to their apartments. Dunihoo died without regaining consciousness. The coroner ruled the case murder, though Richards is not liable to punishment.

Indianapolis John Richards Central Hospital For Insane Nathan Dunihoo New Lbany Wedards Dunihoo Gays Richards

Falac Pretenses Charged In Wisconsin Fraud Case

Eau Claire Wisconsin Sept 6 Charles Rovinson alleged representative of the Tendon Yhnes is under arrest in Mondne Buffalo county for obtaining money under pretenses He left here with a bivyela belonging to Prot Loether and it is charged boned it at Mondor last night for 10 ends placeholder

Eau Claire Wis Charles Rovinson Mondeyn Buffalo County Ug Doney Loether Mondor

Accused of Extortion Held on Bond in Local Case

A. Maccy was held on $800 bond for extortion after promising to drop a complaint against Mr Thickett if a business matter was settled. He obtained Mrs Thickett's $50 diamond ring while her husband was away.

A. Maccy Thckett Thickett

Slumming Visit By Women And Reporters Sparks Reactions

A Sept alert describes Mrs Edholm and two visiting social purity evangelists with W C G U members and two reporters touring low resorts in St Paul. Encounters ranged from polite reception to gross insults, reflecting tensions over reform efforts and press commentary on policy headlines.

St. Paul Sept. T Edholm Mio

Liberal Leader Sir Charles Dilke Named as Opposition Hope

London Sept. 6 Sir Charles Dilke is identified as the Liberal party’s chosen leader to oppose government policy after a crushing general election defeat. Born 1843, educated at Trinity Cambridge, called to the bar in 1868, he served in Parliament from 1868 and later held a cabinet post in 1882. His career included a Chelsea seat and a later public scandal that briefly withdrew him from politics, from which he has since recovered and returned to prominence.

Sir Charles Duke Wim Propibis Chosen London Amii Sir Charles Dike Aly Dugland Dilke Trinity College Cambridge House of Commons Chelsea

London Smallpox Declared Epidemic in East End

London authorities announce smallpox epidemic in the East End working districts. First case three weeks ago, total under treatment 482, affecting parishes Whitechapel Shoreditch Bethnal Green and Poplar. Isolation of transient paupers urged to curb spread. alarm abroad prompts precautionary measures in major towns.

London Metropols Whitechapel Shoreditch Bethnal Green Poplar Sanitary Department Gentral

Prof Haines Endorses Royal Baking Powder As Purest

Prof Haines chemist to the Chicago Board of Health asserts Royal Baking Powder is the purest and strongest, superior to all others in every respect.

Haines Chicago Board of Health

Beecher’s Wife Back From Port Townsend Trip

Mrs Henry Ward Beecher returns from a four week plus journey to Port Townsend reporting education among women, no sun moon or stars visible late in stay, and her view that women are not equals but should work with men. She condemns political influence attempts by women and urges them to attend to home duties while choosing the right man.

Deceber Iu New York Henry Ward Beecher Port Townsend

Drag Men Get Together Denver United Drug Associations

At a Denver meeting on September 6 the executive boards of the National Wholesale Drug Association and the National Proprietary Association adopted resolutions to unite into the Propriety Association of the United States. Brent Good was unanimously elected first vice president in recognition of his valuable services.

Denver National Wholesale Drug Association National Proprietary Association Proprietary Association United States Brent Good Unital

Bond reserve exceeds limit as gold transferred in New York

Sept 6 reports state the bond syndicate delivered enough gold to the sub treasury to raise the reserve above the limit. Withdrawals totaling 2,800,000 occurred the prior two days for shipment, but as the reserve declined by 2,500,000 at the close of the period it is again intact. A separate dispatch notes Abaxaly, in Afexleo, washed away on a Sunday with partial details indicating the town’s destruction and a price loss around 100 huts.

Howerve New York Ryndleath Drelioss Abaxaly

Fragmentary 19th Century Grave Rites Noted

An 1877 Panperaet item from Berlin records a solemn grave ceremony with wreaths placed at the keystone monument. The event honors notable figures and reflects colonial era memorial practices.

Berl Geeman-kimords Willum

Grain and live stock market reports from Chicago and Milwaukee

Market notes show wheat and corn prices moving amid sluggish trading in Chicago and Milwaukee. Reports include September and December grains, hog and cattle prices, with attention to changes in futures and cash bids and overall market softness. The text also advertises Royal baking powder as purely refined cream of tartar.

Tanuney Chicago Minneapolis Bée Northern Milwaukee St Paul

Saloonkeeper Kills Man After Debt Dispute in Hinckley

Thomas Volk of Sandstone is arrested after striking John Linehan twice with a club in Volk s Hinckley saloon over a 60 cent debt, then again outside as Linehan fled. An inquest found the facts supported. Volk, with a prior shooting indictment, faces charges amid community outrage. Linehan, a Great Northern waterman, was described as quiet and orderly.

Hinckley Minn Thomas Volk Sandstone John Linehan Linehan Volk Atage Marshal Brennin Vork Pine Cuy Stephen Great Northern Company

Great Northern Unions Plan Major Meeting at Doris Lake

AR U MEN MEET TO ADDRESS WAGE CUTS AND GRADE OF DISCHARGES. A. I. U. members on the Great Northern system prepare for a large gathering at Doris Lake on October 7 with all unions expected to be represented. The dispute centers on wage reductions after the prior strike and the discharge of four dispatchers, with a new wage schedule to be drafted for President Hill.

Great Northern de- Grand Forks N. D Doris Lake Hill

Durrant Trial Resumes Amid Admission of Evidence

In San Francisco the Durrant murder trial resumed with hundreds pressing for court access. Witness C G Noble testified Blanche Lamont vanished and her body was found eleven days later. Dr J B Barrett said death by asphyxiation with fingernail marks on the neck indicating a struggle. The prosecution pressed the autopsy findings while cross examination yielded no clear advantage to Durrant.

San Francisco Durrant C. G. Noble Aidle Blanchemont Anes J. 8. Barrett

Contractors Tali and The Hotdelleh firm contract news

Chicago firm drainage canal contractors minde fn assignment today with bond set at 200000. Incorporated 1890 the company worked on elevators and large structures. Projects include drainage canal sections, railroad elevator at East Toledo, and a malt warehouse for Albert Schwill Co. of Cincinnati. temporary suspension feared.

Chicago Sept Hotdelleh Company Drainage Canal Contractors Minde Fn Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad East Toledo South Albert Schwill & Co Cinclnneti

Sxevenues Conclude at St Paul Seminary Exercises

The report notes events at a St Paul seminary gathering held at night with remarks by Mrs Sato and Archbishop rotund J. Ni. A dinner followed hosted by Mr Hin Byne at his residence on Sumintt avenue for visiting prelates.

St. Paul Inary

Spokane City Council Removes Chief Paulles Mertz

Spokane Washington expects ongoing political dispute as the city council removes Chief Paulles Mertz from otters over alleged political grounds. The move signals a municipal governance clash amid local leadership tensions.

Paulles Mertz Spokane Wash

Perkins Case Examinations Draw Crowd In Minneapolis

In Minneapolis on a market day the Perkins murder examination drew a large crowd to the municipal court. Mrs. Lora Perkins appeared pale and nervous while her sister, Mrs Hawkins, lain ill in court. Witnesses including police, insurance officials, and Dr. Kates testified, but the defense pressed a cautious line challenging the timing and sources of evidence. The state argued Mrs Perkins plotted and profited from insurance, while defense claimed Mrs Perkins acted heroically to save Hawkins. The case resumes with further cross examination of key witnesses.

Minneapolis Nnd Lora Perkins Lota F Hawkins Perks Hess May Tal Sherri Mrs. Perkins Mood le Testi Aremen Mintinatpaolis Erbalimt Court Room Mes. Torkins Mint Miling Sheri Attorney Hall Dorkins Mra. Dorking Wall Bert Hall Hoban Hall Mra. Perkins Poller Mra Perkins John Hoy Per King Duding Wood Midungzur Seemity Mutat Derknia Polley Myra Hawking L. K. ‘Shompson A. B. Kates Wood Ha. Klug Tall Tre Shire Hau

Perkins hearing delayed amid threats to witnesses

Minneapolis September 56 The Perkins hearing was postponed due to Mrs Perkins illness. Lt Witt will return tomorrow. Prosecution says two witnesses have received anonymous threats to deter testimony against Mrs Perkins. No clues to the letter writer. Attys sought actions from Nye and a clergyman. Evidence questioned remains disputed as investigators pursue the case amid denials and confusion.

Minneapolis Perkins Mra. Perkins Witt Per.king Ind Prude Gethsymane Eleely Teddy

Fire on Boston docks destroys piers and warehouses

A major blaze on Boston's East Boston waterfront destroyed three piers, two three story warehouses, a freight shed, and multiple freight cars. Losses total about 305000 with storage of 5000 bales sisal grass and large quantities of flour, hemp, wool, and merchandise valued at 470000, plus 160000 for wharves and buildings.

Boston Sept Bosta East Eny Indies Ravi

Contenetard Fail and City Edge Collapse

A garbled report cites Chicngo area issues with a failed content company and elevated drain projects in East Toledo. The piece mentions a court action, railroad alignment, and a claim the company’s assets do not exceed $80,000, with various names and places rendered unclearly.

Berry Elite Amore Coutaers Chetmil Mitate Fink Tryton Toledo Witrelange Ken

Dr Williams Pink Pills lauded in Detroit notice

A Detroit reader praises Dr Williams Pink Pills based on her daughter Kittie’s recovery from vaccination illness and neuralgia. The letter extols the pills as a blood builder and remedy for pale complexions, nervous ailments, and female disorders. The advertisement lists uses and prices and directs orders to the Dr Williams Medicine Co. Echonectady N Y.

Journal Detroit Meldrum Avenue Champlain Artest Mia McDonald William Jame Ben Bald Ho Sho Shell Williama

Moment of Truth Ends Quietly in a Late Night Confession

Tie reveals he is leaving tomorrow and asks Molly if she is sorry. She answers yes with a sigh as they linger after a long evening, the clock slow and final as they part for the night.

Tie Harvey Molly Tam

Do you not believe we could walk it hand to hand

An exchange quotes a moonlit moment by the Water from the Washington Star. A proposed engagement faces practical concerns as one speaker suggests walking together, while the other favors saving honey to ease travel costs.

Uite Harold Washington Star

Unclear sensational ads and mischief prompt

A garbled OCR fragment blends pseudomedical claims and quips from 19th century periodicals. It mentions dubious cures, a nerve restorer, comic dialogues about curtains and the Mayflower, and chaotic notices referencing doctors, patent remedies, and everyday dirt in objects.

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