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Newspaper
Algona Advance
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1905
Page
5
Kraft announces a clearing sale with spring suits in stock despite cold weather. He touts larger selection than ever shown in Algona and references a successful fall sale that cleared old goods, promising another bargain event and many satisfied buyers.
Excursions by the local Woodmen lodge fill the week with picnics and a parade described as a magnificent spectacle. Gov. Cummins was among the day’s orators in Estherville while Corwith hosts a large demonstration. Also noted is the marriage of John A Erickson, formerly of Mason City, to Minnie Mae Smith in Riverside California, with relatives from Mason City and West Highland in attendance.
Miss Hanson of the Phoenix suffered facial burns after attempting a quick fire start. She poured in some oil which released a large gas blast before lighting. The incident was reported by the Bancroft Register.
Umpire McDonald upheld an 18 to 2 score with Algona winning 13 to 2 after nine innings. Bancroft, despite a bold effort, failed to lead as Algona converted hits 10 to 2 and two errors to Bancroft five. The Bancroft delegation observed the game and other notes include travel tales and a Lansing apoplexy death of Henry Nielander, former state senator.
Children's day observance at the Congregational church featured a fine program with special music by the choir and classes. Grace Griggs gave a notable solo while decorations of peonies and ferns added cheer to the auditorium. Terrific Race With Death describes a Taropa man’s liver and heart disease recovery after using Electrie Hitters.
Supt Belknapp has all plans ready for the two weeks teachers institute at the central school, with a full corps of instructors. L Adams from Fayette will teach school apparatus use, Miss Burling from Wheaton will teach grammar and history, Miss Sweney of Algona primary methods, Miss Grace Rives music, Miss Helen Wood country class work, A N Palmer penmanship, and examinations will occur the first two days. Friday features Hon Edwin A Nye speaking on Seeing Things.
Money to loan at five per cent and crib side claims mix with baby tonic promotion Hallister's Rocky Mountain Tea advertised as the best baby tonic. The ad mentions 38 cents and Taylor's Algona ice cream.
In the tenth year of business a county well service operates with a complete reliable well machine. Experts handle all drill work on any size project. Prices quoted on request with a water guarantee or no pay. Repairs available. Contact N. Swanson Priller for estimates.
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