Warm summer predicted by astronomer and farmer tale
Professor Jermain G. Porter predicts a return to normal warmth after two years of cool weather caused by atmospheric dust from Mount Pelee eruptions. The sun spot cycle could extend chillier conditions, but current signs point to a warm summer. A German farmer’s hemp patch incident shows weed control through crop planting, while crop pests persist and the Iowa Experiment Station issues a free Spray Calendar advising on pest control and application methods.
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Cincinnati
Mount Pelee
Jermain G. Porter
Ibis
Iowa
C. F. Curtiss
Ames
Cheap Excursion Rates to San Francisco and Denver
Very low excursion rates via the North-Western line in effect from all stations May 1 2 3 9 11 12 and 18 with favorable return limits for a Presbyterian church event in Frenso and the American Stock Growers Convention. Two daily fast trains to California the Overland Limited and the California Express offer draw room and tourist sleeping cars and en route times under three days. Denver trips via the North-Western Line priced May 7 8 and 9 with return by May 12 to May 1. apply to C. & RW. Ry agents.
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San Francisco
Los Angeles
North-Western Ling
General Assembly of Cumberland
Presbyterian
Frenso
California
Overland Limited
California Express
Denver
Colo
North-Western Line
Senator Gorrell Fights Bear in Mexican Trail Incident
Newton Iowa reports state Senator J R Gorrell former mayor and congress candidate was traveling in Mexico when a staged robbery led to a bear encounter. He wrestled a bear with a hatchet and later shot it dead after saving Caston during a cabin skirmish. Gorrell then reconnected with Caston after twenty years.
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Newton
Iowa
J. R. Gorrell
Congress
Mexico
Gorrell
Senator Gorrell
Caston
April Weather Outlook With Storms and Frosts Ahead
The forecast notes a series of reactionary storms on April 7 and 8 with warmer conditions and a rising barometer followed by frosts into mid April. From the 17th to the 20th expect very threatening electrical storms, possible tornadic activity, then snow northward and a break to stormy weather. The central period runs April 24 to 27 with heavy thunder showers, and April 29 and 30 bring reactionary storms and warmer weather.
Field trial claims hemp destroys quack grass in one season
A Northfield Minnesota News report says a farmer found sowing hemp in fields destroys quack grass within one season. Hemp is described as a profitable crop with fiber disposal benefits while eradicating the pest. The claim ties hemp cultivation to pest control and potential profits for farmers.
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Northfield
Minn
Permit Notice for Fritz Mittag Liquor Permit
Ferdinand O Mittag a registered pharmacist requests a permit to buy keep and sell intoxicating liquors at Lotts Creek Kossuth County Iowa in a building on a described tract. The file will be available in Kossuth County Clerk's office by April 8 1905 with a hearing set for April 24 1905 in Algona Iowa before the District Court.
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District Court of
Iowa
Ossuth County
Ferdinand, Mittag
Ferdinand O. Mittag
Mittag & Grebert
Lotts Creek
Kossuth
Township 06
Rivage 30
District Court
Algona
Ferdinand O. Mirada
Quieting Title Action in Kossuth County Court
The District Court of Town In and for Kossuth County issues a quiet title petition by plaintiff seeking ownership of the east half of the southeast quarter and the northwest quarter of the southeast quarter of section five in township ninety nine north, range twenty seven west, with a notice to all named defendants to appear by noon of the second day of the April 1905 term at Algona Court House. failure to appear will result in default and final decree.
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Koasubth County
E. G. Seymour
Anni
Eliza Pressly
John F. Pressly
Robert
William W. Pressly
May Pressly
Harry
Edward C. Moore
Sarah Moore
Mary M. Pressly
Margaret L. Pressly
District Courten
Kossuth
Heifer Speaks Again Lamereaux Election Row
In Titonka Iowa April 10 1905 the Courier reports ongoing legal dispute over the Lamereaux election case. County Attorney claims indictment flawed for failing to state duty to announce results and argues two election judges exist rendering chairman's refusals moot. Seven youths described a prior attempted abduction by an eagle attack near the village school. Blair's son aided the girl as the bird fell.
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Lamereaux
Frank
Kruger
Justice of the Peace
T. M. Henne
Eagle attacks children near roller mill in Dubuque
Last evening as children walked home from school a large eagle swooped down in the street near the roller mill and seized Lou Beamer's five year old daughter. The bird fastened its talons in the child's shoulder and dress, lifting her several feet from the ground before retreating. Local residents pursued the animal but details on its fate or the girl's condition are unclear.
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Frank Blair
Blair
Dubuque
Lou Beamer
Dress Making Service by Hawk Sisters in Henry Wadsworth Home
Misses Clara and Olga Hawk advertise dressmaking services at their Henry Wadsworth residence three blocks south of Galbraith's store, inviting customers to bring work for completion.
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Clara
Olga Hawk
Henry Wadsworth
Galbraith
Money to loan and seeds advertised in local outlets
Money to loan at 6 percent offered by A. D. Clarke & Co with optional annual payments. Dutton & Sorensen advertise Northern garden seeds in bulk and various grasses. Galbraith's Shoe Store promotes rubber boots for boys and youths to keep feet dry, plus clothing items for sale.
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A. D. Clarke & Co
F. C. Willson
Bill
Galbraith’s Shoe Store
Lightning Rods for Buildings by Wigwam
The Wigwam offers pure soft copper Dodd and Struthers rods with expert installation. They promise absolute protection against lightning and claim there has never been a loss by lightning in the county where their rods are used.
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Dodd & Struthers
Timothy Seed for Sale at Courier Office Sample
Timothy Seed advertised for sale at 2.50 per 100 pounds with a sample available at the Courier office. Also listed is an osteopath offering treatment of acute and chronic diseases with free consultation and hours from 10 to 12 a.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. at Heiserluck location.
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Timothy
Courier Office
John Buchannon
Algona
Heiserluck
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T. J. Randolph
Algona, Iowa
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J. D. Bickelroduce Co
Mason City
H. Horan
Goudaph
Willow Lane
Poland
China
J. 1
Lillie
Lowa
City Dray Line
Nesselrade
Mateon
Algona Ice Cream & Candy Factory
Eagtie
Rice
Rasins
Dutton & Sorensen
J. G. Bertrand
Algona Markets
Seghba Taviey
Portland
Tacoma
Seattle
Oregon
Washington
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