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Newspaper
Algona Advance
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1903
Page
2
Entry records show Algona Iowa post office marking as second class matter on September first of an unspecified year, indicating internal mailing status for periodical distribution. The note reflects archival processing of unspecific year 1900s era.
A. Haggard presents himself as a Republican candidate for representative, pledging to work for all citizens if nominated and elected. C. J. Alexander confirms his candidacy for the same office, subject to the Republican county convention. E. K. Sayurs also announces candidacy, subject to convention decision.
David Washburn, last survivor of the Iowa Gray Beards regiment, died at 89. The 87th Iowa Infantry, raised by Geo W. Kincaid in Muscatine, consisted of men over 43 and served on garrison duty rather than frontline combat. Washburn’s death marks the final fade of the venerable unit once hailed for patriotism as Civil War memories echo at reenactments.
The Livermore Gazette laments obituary magnification, noting that posthumous notices often reflect the community’s attempt to emphasize the deceased’s better qualities. The piece argues exaggeration may arise from life’s weaker traits and suggests death elevates public memory.
The Des Moines Register printed Governor Cummins speech of last Thursday in full but a make up interrupted with patent medicine advertising claiming Epileptic Fits as a key line. The text notes an unconscious fit during the intrusion.
E Erased lines show the governor pushing a remedy amid scattered actions. Mrs. Winslow's soothing syrup is cited as a better option, suggesting a simpler relief. The fragment indicates public health concern and calls for a clearer remedy in the current context.
A doctor praises American nurses as refined charming women in aprons and caps. He calls their voice and manner a balm aiding patient recovery, contrasting American nurses with those he saw elsewhere. The piece extols the nurse as a rare jewel in comforting care.
A scientist notes rat tle snakes use their tails to decoy birds by buzzing in grass. In a Boston Summit era anecdote their rattles inspired a higher purpose as exchanges recount a pet rattlesnake wrapped around a burglar’s legs and rattling for police while a sleeping owner watched.
The Webster City Journal marks its tenth anniversary under satisfactory conditions and looks forward to a long life. The paper is described as progressive and thrifty, a welcome visitor to the office, and its editors toast continued vigor, keeping the Freeman force in a constant worry while it pursues its mission.
Postmaster Robinson of West Bend gets a $100 raise but is eyed for sheriff next fall by local Republicans. Tommersburg Democrat notes many locals claim sheriff candidacy who aren’t postmasters, while Gus questions his own salary cut and job status.
Sioux City Tribune quotes Governor Bailey asserting a public figure should build worldly prosperity before seeking office. The joke lists impractical rainy day gear such as six umbrellas four rubber boots a Mackinaw ash Ulster and stilts with barrel heads, highlighting the humor of preparedness.
A verse laments a politician with one hand in his pocket and the other on his heart, then wades through a flood begging for Fourth ward gates while his trousers are mud stained, illustrating political fragility and self serving tactics.
The Ames Times notes the fourteenth lecture on The Devil in Society at the Christian church on Sunday evening. A party of six will travel from Ames to the event including Wolmes, Kre mers, Anderson, Hinchon, Starr and Reed.
A Swea City Herald item proclaims another war brewing unless signs fail, noting a birth to Mr and Mrs C A Johnson on Friday. The Webster City Journal mocks idle Bluffs, St Louis rapid growth, and a fair food push, contrasting local caution with city pride.
In Wesley township and nearby areas a heated political battle unfolds as tempers flare. A local figure known as Titonka Tople sparks debate with a quip about promising half an hour ago, highlighting the friction in the contest and the community’s divided loyalties.
Misread OCR fragment notes calls for presents and petting therapy linked to Hatcock echoes. Unclear subject, likely a local feature or column line with names and details missing.
A garbled jumble discusses factions in Iowa politics and quotes the Alto Reporter. It references stand-patters and pan-starters unable to support a measure backed by certain lobby log rollers. The fragment hints at local political tension without clear names or events.
A Washington Post line notes a man who doubts his role as groom after receiving a ten page letter from Belinda on the eve of her marriage. The piece reflects on the perennial question of women's influence in love and marriage, framed as a stark stunner.
A compilation of editorial jabs and local color from several papers in Iowa. Bits attack the county Republican leadership, rail against dog licensing and municipal enforcement, salute the Weekly Freeman’s 46th year, and recall past public sentiments and personalities with a mix of humor and critique.
To the Republican Electors of Iowa a delegate convention is called in Des Moines on Wednesday July 1 to nominate candidates for Governor Lieutenant Governor Superintendent of Public Instruction Judge of the Supreme Court and Railroad Commissioner. All voters upholding Republican principles are invited to participate. Representation is one delegate per county plus an extra for every 200 votes or more cast for W. S. Martin secretary of state. In 2002 Kossuth county has 13 delegates. By order of the Republican State Central Committee R. H. Spence Chairman and W. Phillips Secretary.
Republican committee announces caucuses across wards and townships on June 2 and June 3 1903 to select delegates for the county convention in Algona June 9 1903. Irvington precinct caucus runs June g 1903 to elect three delegates.
Delegates meet at Algona courthouse at 11 a m to nominate a candidate for representative in the state legislature from Kossuth county and to choose 13 delegates for the state convention in Des Moines to select delegates to the Forty seventh district senatorial convention.
About 40 clean ready to wear suits from last season offered at 4.90 each. Each suit valued from 6.50 to 11.00, intended for school or business wear. First come, first served. hurry to claim a sharp looking set for the upcoming term.
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