Flags at Half Mast Reflect Nation’s Grief Over McKinley Death
The article laments President McKinley’s death and the nation’s sorrow. It discusses half mast flags as symbols of loss and unity, urges restraint, and notes reactions from the public and foreign leaders while recalling past trials that tested the republic. It also mentions critics and calls for vigilance against anti-government sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William McKinley
Liev
Corwinaxirch
Mcfiiley
Spain
Iso
Patronian Webb
Wellington
United States
Eulogies on the Fallen Chief From Editorials
The Sioux City Tribune reprints a tribute to President Mekimey praising his high character and leadership. It lauds his genial, democratic nature and courtesy while noting how he turned defeats into victories in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowa
Mekimey
Sioux City Tribune
Washington
Path from defeat to party leadership and presidency
He lost in a gerrymandered congressional bid and became Ohio governor before rising to the presidency. Though not chosen by politicians, the people demanded his leadership, and they prevailed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ways and Means
Republican Party
Congress
Ohio
Sunday Sermons Reflect McKinley Death Across Congregations
Local pastors recalled President McKinley’s death with emotional sermons last Sunday. Rev. Suckow at the Congregational church delivered a moving address highlighting the late president’s bravery and character. The Capital’s Rev. Walker quoted: mourning a leader slain by assassination, likening the sorrow to Lincoln’s era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Suckow
Congregational Church
Walker
President McKinley
Lincoln
William McKinley
Union Jack half-mast for McKinley funeral in England
A Royal tribute held by command of King Edward as Windsors Castle flies half-mast for late President McKinley. London Stock Exchange to close Thursday for his interment at Canton, reflecting international respect and humanitarian sentiment.
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Washington
Victoria
England
Loxton
Edward
Windsor Castle
McKinley
London Stock Exchange
Canton
McKinley Memorial Draws Vast Crowds at Opera House
The memorial exercises honoring William McKinley filled the opera house with a standing room crowd as hundreds could not gain admission. The 52nd regiment band led with Maritana, Rev. Sutton read scriptures, a large choir performed, Rev. Chipperfield offered prayer, and Rev. Wd. Suckow delivered an eloquent tribute. the program impressed all and was praised for its excellence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opera House
William McKinley
52Nd Regiment
Maritana
Sutton
Chipperfield
Wd. Suckow
Tie
Old Settl ers Meeting Delayed for Kossuth Pioneers
No call has been made to assemble Kossuth area old settlers for a face to face gathering. While other locales host entertaining programs, locals lack opportunities to meet old friends. A letter from J F B Blackford notes attending a Livermore meeting. he expressed sentiment by attending out of county. The note ends with a market item on hot coal from Algona Milling & Grain Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kossuth
J. FB. Blackford
Old Settlers
Livermore
Rapids and Northern Tailway Company Tax Vote Carried
The second installment of the tax for the Rapids and Northern Railway Company was approved by voters in Germannia, supporting the railway's benefit as shown by the filed certificate. Carried.
Old Settlers Meet At Livermore Brims With Humboldt Town Spirit
A letter-to-the-editor recounts the Old Settlers association gathering in Livermore, Humboldt County. An estimated 1,000 to 2,000 attendees enjoyed a grove setting near a log cabin, with music by the Humboldt band, recitations, and speeches including a noted address by Senator Dol liver praising President McKinley. The event featured a long old settlers dinner and strong fellowship among longtime residents, though some local folks from Kossath were missed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Settlers’ Association
Thumboldt County
Weber
A. L. Adams
Humboldt County
Humboldt
Adis
Committee On Program
Dolliver
Tie
McKinley
Canton
BE. B
A Good Day for Game Misfires in Bancroft Goose Tale
Frank Sparks of Bancroft fired at geese while chasing game and killed four of Cashier Lenander's tame geese instead. He and Carl regret the mishap as Sparks tries to replace the birds on the market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Sparks
Bancroft
Lenander
Frank
Carl
Sparks
The Champion Bold Sells Plant to Rock Rapids Buyer
Editor OLeary announces sale of the Champion plant to P H McCarty of Rock Rapids. control to pass at month end. He cites reasons for sale while expressing regret at quitting the Whittemore ink trade. A D Clarke Co offers 6 percent loans with optional payments. Algona Milling Co markets Rancy Patent four and call it.
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Champion
O’leary
P. H. McCarty
Rock Rapids
Whittemore
Algona Milling & Grain Co
Civil War Diary Excerpts From the Monitor Erickson Voyage
The entry details shipboard life near Fortress Monroe in April 1862 with mentions of the Monitor Erickson, the Merrimac engagement, and coastal observations. It covers daily routines, shore sorties, pontoon recoveries, weather, mail delays, and onshore encampment near Yorktown and Savanna Bay as the regiment moves toward the front.
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Poquosix Box
Monroe
Onitor Erickson
John Brooks
Taurapay
Pleasant
Fortress Monroe
Monitor Erickson
Merrimac
Monitor
Robinson
Maine
York River
Tunsday
Yorktown
New Orleans
Savan Bay
Alexandria
Yorktown March and Camp Reflections Amid River Sailings
The diary fragment recalls marching orders to Yorktown after a night march, moving to the river and boarding the John Brooks. Letters from home complain of cabin changes and comfort lost, while daylight rain and cannon fire reflect a tense advance toward fortifications and nightly encampment near Yorktown.
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Ibriddy
Ordera
John Brooks
Yorktown
Washington
Olficer
Real Estate Transfers in Kossuth County
Real estate transfers reported by Kossuth County Abstract Company list multiple entries. Names include Galimyer Hull Jensen Jullusens Greer Tansewa Northern Tand Co Mihos McDonnell Mitchel Cofrann Catlaniust Berhard Rosh Watson Chits Doli Tuna Studer and Murtagh with various parcels described and lot additions noted across Burt and Penton areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kossuth County Abstract Company
F Galimyer
Geo i Hull
LY W Jensen
Jullusens Bom Wee Deetes Resttsererciteeer Ees Bond
I Greer
Dan Tansewa
Ai Fuyder
Frank Cofrann
BJ Skinner
Wesley
Penton
Ore
Elis Mattersor
Murtagh
Bart
Kite L Smith
Elia Ann Walden
Buell
Burt
Sarah
M Mills
HJ Newel
O'Dell
Tga
Murtagh Adel
Liastia
Episcopal Convention Excursion to San Francisco 1901
Announcement of excursion tickets by Iowa Central Railway for the Episcopal Church convention in San Francisco on Oct 2 1901. Tickets on sale Sept 19 27 with final return by Nov 15 1901. Includes contact details for Gro 8 Barry G P J A Marshalltown and Algona Milling Grain Co. Best hard coal offered by Algona Milling Grain Co. County Savings Bank promotes interest bearing accounts starting at one dollar. For sale items include poultry and farming equipment.
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Executive Council
Algona Telephone Exomasge Company
Alona
Kosautm Telephone Company
Springfield
Harrison
Van
Western Electric Selaphone Company
Burt
Ind
Itonku Inc
Dinie
Punadie Tat Oresco
Algonu Une
Myles Oo Fenton
Garfield
Gemma
Swen City Inc
Lincoln
Irvington
Ledyrra
Germania
Tre
Lotis Creek
Ledyard
Tne
Binlle
LeVerne
Limile
Union
Siniles
Prairie
Sherman
Seneca
Wesley Sne
Whittemore
Indus
Western Union Telegraph Compan
Bend Td
Wmeanka
Hebron
Omisley
Gernmurty
Algona
Salle
Greenwood
My Bancroft
Rg Bineroft
Worwich Ind
Oper Mille Bagawane
Mit
Ted dl
Booringield
Kossuth County
Towa
Cc Geyer Moulds State University
Iowa State College
Sabes
Anlts
Wee Mills Poor
Milils
Prosarnes
Cresco
Groatwoul
Mt du
Ledgirt
Thay Bt
LaVerne Han
Portland
Prairie TA
War If
Sherman Os Ku
Te Soren, Oy
Univ
Wesley
Whitten
Alvenu
Hay
Algona Lne
Swea City
Tuc
Inet
Neon Ki
Swea Cit
N A
Wesley Inc
Soa Wa
Weasley Land
Whittemore Lic
West Bend
Thu
Fenton
Board of Health
Grant
Iyvington
Board of Head
Ly Verne
Cemetery
Th i
Riverdile
Lourd Af le Sherman
Algona Inc
Witter
Doetile Hylit
Geading l
Brary
Sewer Algonaine
Wheel Arte Upeht Sd
Prading Worar Burt Mie
Burt Ind
Bancroft Me
Germantit Jne
Railroad
Ledyard Ine
LaVeruy Lae
Wbpary
Titanka Tne
Am Se
Burlington, Cedar
Episcopal Convention
California
Lowa Central Toute
Episcopal Church
San Francisco
Towa Central Railway
Barry
G. P
J. A
Marshalltown
Algona Milling & Grain Co
The
County Savings Bank
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Teara
M'Kinley
OLD Settlers' Meeting
Board Proceedings
J. E. Blackford
A.D. Clarke & Co
Joan
Itt
A.D. Charky & Co
Algona Mniog & Grain Co
Menthal
Anotile
Algona Mkling & Grain Co
W. J. Studley
Postoffice
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