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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1905
Page
1
The Elgin Echo reports severe unrest in Yokohama Japan where mobs attacked police stations and residences of officials and burned buildings. Troops arrived from Tokyo to protect American and European establishments including consulates hotels churches schools and commercial houses amid fires and rioting.
American Association standings show Columbus and St Paul leading, with others like Milwaukee and Indianapolis mid-pack. The rest of the page reports a poultry pavilion fire at the Indiana county fair killing four men and injuring many, a wife murdered by her husband then suicide, a Pittsburgh line wreck injuring sixty, a jealous husband shooting, a Delaware farmer’s murder, a French destroyer accident, a Tennessee classroom murder, a Boston mayor’s death, a Nicaragua mission over U S citizens, and a woman’s suicide after her uncle’s death.
A dramatic dispatch from Baku chronicles martial law ineffectiveness as rioters massacre and torch oil depots, banks, and residences. Troops advance with fire and bayonet, while thousands flee by sea. Documented scenes include Balakhani, Sabunts, Nomani quarters, and the Nobel oil reservoirs burning amid relentless clashes between Tartars and Armenians.
Dr Koch finds a lead in Minneapolis and vows to search for Dr Gebhard. Chris Wy ler of Coxhocton goes insane and maims himself. Luther C Thompson from Cleveland builds a shark shaped submarine draft. William A Russell becomes American minister and meets President Castro. Collision between trolley car and ice wagon in Buffalo. Tod age 23 dies, two injured. A Buffalo steamer crew endures a storm while a woman passenger sings to lift spirits. Wilder’s Brigade Association cancels reunion at Chattanooga due to quarantine and plans new meeting at Frankfort Indiana on Oct 11. Timber bid opening on the White North Indian reservation in Minnwotg hes Loon moved from Sept 8 to Oct 1 for bidders.
The Mikasa flagship of Admiral Togo sank after a midnight fire reached her aft magazine and caused a catastrophic explosion in Sasebo harbor. Hundreds of crewmen and sailors from other ships were lost. rescue efforts saved few. Tokyo expressed deep sympathy as authorities weigh how flames breached steel bulkheads amid wartime wreckage.
Dispatches report a holy war in Zangexur and debtail with Tartars joining insurgents to massacre Armenian villages. In Minkend 300 Armenians killed, including children, survivors forced to convert to Islam to save lives as Russian authority over parts of the Caucasus appears at risk.
The Japanese fleet under Admiral Togo crushed the Russian force led by Admiral Rozhdestvensky near Tsushima Strait. Eight battleships and many cruisers were sunk or captured. over 5,000 sailors died or went missing and 8,000 were taken prisoner. The Mikasa and other Japanese ships suffered few asks while Russians suffered heavy losses.
Directors of the Western Ducifie rail load awarded contracts for building most of the Macrom Qukland project in Cal to Belt Lake City. Dub
An article notes Prof Milyukov's view that Caucasian Armenians and Tartars face oppression and conspire against their rulers. It cites a petition to the Czar, Sultan, and European powers about denial of freedom of worship, property rights, and forced Russian names for children. The piece questions Russia's ability to prevent the territory from becoming a battleground for holy war.
A London dispatch claims a secret treaty between Czar of Russia and Emperor of Japan transfers a 500 million indemnity to Japan over five years, minus prisoner care costs, with a hint Emperor William proposed the plan to save prestige. Also noted are old railroad and municipal notes about rail trials and a town council decision in Mutkep, Ruseta.
A New York Tribune summary notes circumstantial evidence as a convincing proof concept. A lawyer tells a story about a young woman who walks in the park with no one, yet returns with a walking-stick and an umbrella, illustrating how appearances can mislead.
In Freeborn Minnesota on September 18 Mr R E Goward a well known mat here reports relief from aggravating kidney trouble after using Dodd's Kidney Pills. He says a few boxes restored energy and health and urges others with kidney issues to try the remedy, claiming it cures the kidneys and improves overall well being.
An optimistic view shows Muggins proposing to Misa Springer who rejects him without ceremony. The comic exchange notes the absence of ceremony saves the minister's fee, leaving Mugging to respond with lighthearted resignation.
The Four-Track News offers subscription agents a lucrative chance with generous profits and quick sales. Send to publisher George H. Daniels at 7 East 424 Street New York for a sample copy and particulars.
In Arizona a string band draws a crowd as a visitor notes the lively entertainment. The native resident jokes about catching a thief, while the scene centers on a small town gathering and local humor.
A spoof from Chienso News features Greening and Browning joking about gifts to children and changes. A casual caller jokes about Drivel, the editor, and a young woman named Mae dominates chatter, while other girls tease her husband would be a rank jac if she spoke.
A fragmentary sports drama notes tension over firing Smithers as manager and captain clash. The home team captain resists, while a nine member crew allegedly owes him money. The quoted exchange from Puck hints at in-house conflicts and financial entanglements.
A California physician recounts healing himself of nervous distress and heart pains by abandoning coffee and milk, then tea, and finally adopting Postum Food Coffee. He notes improved mood, relief from the blues, and urges others to switch, claiming coffee caused his troubles. He cites personal testimony from Creek, Mich. and urges parents to use Postum.
Business coverage notes gradual improvements in leading branches while markets show reduced velocity due to smaller offerings and lower wheat prices. Rail shipments near 800,000 tons for delivery by July 1906 and firmer Northern pig iron signals broader production demand. bank clearings rise 18.8 percent from 1904, with widespread activity in food, iron ore, lumber and textiles.
Chicago to New York and other cities report bid ranges for cattle hogs and sheep, plus grain prices. Prices shown include Chicago cattle 4.00 to 5.85, hogs 4.00 to 5.85, wheat No 2 80 to 82 cents, corn 50 to 52 cents, oats 27 to 28 cents, rye 58 to 63 cents, and assorted regional variations.
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