
A grim view of 19th century anxieties
Wait. You're not afraid of rabid dogs, runaway horses and coal gas asphyxiation? Well, aren't you modern. This echo from June 24, 2002 probably won't make you anxious at all.


Hosted by Elgin History Museum · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 100 episodes
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A captivating podcast dedicated to unveiling the rich and diverse history of Elgin, Illinois. Each episode brings to life fascinating stories and lesser-known anecdotes from Elgin’s past. Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious about local heritage, this podcast offers an immersive journey into the events, people, and places that have shaped Elgin over the years.
Elgin History Museum hosts Echoes of Elgin: Timeless Tales from the Elgin History Museum, a history show with 100 episodes published.

Wait. You're not afraid of rabid dogs, runaway horses and coal gas asphyxiation? Well, aren't you modern. This echo from June 24, 2002 probably won't make you anxious at all.

Daylight Savings Time is the star (or villain) of this echo from January 20, 2003.

From November 1964 to May 1968 there was an undisputed king of Lords Park. Learn about Elgin's own lion in this echo from June 19, 2003.

Let's hear it for the West Side! Lots of interesting info on west side gems in this echo from March 22, 2004.

Tune in to this echo from May 14, 1989 to hear about Arlene Warner's awesome week.

When you think Elgin....you should think Hawaiian Guitar Band champs! Let this echo from April 13, 1986 prove it.

June is a traditional month for weddings. This echo from June 17, 2002 describes some of Elgin's more unique weddings and marriages.

Grace Marsh Topping had an abundant life, filled with the joys of service to her church and community. Learn more in an echo from May 18, 1986.

You have 2 easy ways to learn about the old Elgin Academy, this echo from March 19, 1989 or the exhibit at the Elgin History Museum.

The Germans were one of Elgin's earliest Immigrant groups. Pour yourself an Adler Brau and listen to this echo from October 2, 1983.

Leath Furniture was once a staple Midwestern retailer, and it all began here in 1903. Pull up a recliner (only $4.95 at Leath in 1914) and learn more from this October 14, 1984 echo.

The Fox River plays a key role of Elgin's story. Tune into this echo from December 28, 1981 to hear about some of the early steamships on the Fox.

November 24, 1883 was a big day in Elgin. Bask in the electric glow of this echo from December 11, 1983.

What would be called a nuisance today was once a treasured community tradition. This echo chimes in from February 8, 1987.

The stories of the 1936 Elgin half-dollar coin and our Pioneer Memorial are told in this echo from October 12, 1986.

Dig into this echo from November 29, 1998 to hear more about how gravel was once a common Elgin export.

Local genealogists owe a hearty "Thank You" to John Newcomb. Learn why in an echo from November 6, 1988.

Motorless racers and pushmobiles were all the rage in Elgin in 1910-1915. This echo from August 17, 1986 tells the tale.

In case you missed the news items from the month of May 1888, 1913, 1938, 1963 and 1978...this echo from May 1, 1988 will catch you up.

Horse racing in Elgin? You bet! Odds are, you will enjoy this echo from November 13, 1983.
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