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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1900
Page
2
Democratic County Convention at Algona Court House
The Democrats of Kossuth county will meet at the court house in Algona at 10 30 a m on Wednesday April 25 1900 to select delegates to the state convention to be held in Des Moines in May All Democratic conservative reform citizens are invited to join in sending delegates The caucuses are urged for the Saturday evening before the convention The list of township committee men is given with precincts and wards named including Algona Ledyard Lincoln Lotts Creek Plum Creek Portland Ramsey Riverdale Seneca Sherman Spring field Union Wesley Whittemore and more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kossuth County
Court House
Algona
Des Moines
Mayard
Ladyard
Lincoln
Luyerne
Bustilo
Plum Creek
Democratic Caucuses in Garfield township meetings set
Garfield township Democrats hold caucuses at Center School house at 4 PM on Saturday April 21 to choose delegates for the county convention in Algona on April 25. Chairman H Bevo chaired. Additional caucus notices appear at Tennant House Counter office Normal building Bonar's office with times April 21 and April 24 chaired by various locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garfield
Garfield Township
Center School House
Algona
H. Bevo
Tuust Warn
Tennant House
Lawsersox
Chir
Ture Out
Frigeut
Chin
Trikp Warn
Normal
Murtragu
Warn
Bonar
Jas, Taylor
Chm
Porto Rico tariff passage sparks shift in policy debate
A 15 percent tariff on Porto Rican goods passed the House and was signed by the president, reversing earlier calls for free trade. The piece argues that sugar and tobacco lobby power influenced Congress, condemns party bosses, and urges abolition of duties to boost Porto Rico's prosperity and integration with U S markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Porto Rico
Hirst
United States
Gen
Miles
Root
Harrison
Edmonds
Reed
Little
McKinley
Dolliver
Duliiver
Porto Rico tariff debate cited by presidents and lawmakers
Congressional discussions in 1900 describe free admission of Porto Rican goods to the United States. Supporters claim a $10,000,000 annual market for farm products and relief for Porto Rico, while opponents call the tariff unconstitutional and contrary to prior pledges. Quotes from Payne, Edmunds, Harrison, and Reed frame the dispute over Puerto Rico trade policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Alaska
Porto Rico
Philippine Islands
Cuba
Payne
House
Ways and Means
Edmunds
Herriott Breaks With Shaw and Co in Iowa Row
John Herriott, Iowa treasurer and Republican, denounces Gov Shaw and Secretary Dobson amid accusations of political corruption. He condemns railroad assessments as a travesty and calls for accountability, citing Dobson’s payroll of his son and party leadership failures. He laments the state’s drift from core civic duties to personal ambition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Herriott
Iowa
Govod
Webster Davis
Consul Macrum
Mr. Herriott
Gov. Shaw
Dobson
Shaw
Mr. Werriott
Capitol
Herriott
Grimes
Kirkwood
Larrabee
Corn for India fuels humane aid and critiques Britain
A Palo Alto county cart says Corn for India shows charity yet highlights Britain’s wealth draining India and starving millions. It cites India famine data, Digby of Indian famine relief, and historic plunder as the empire's lasting cost, urging reversal of subjugation and neglect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palo Alto
India
Britain
Des Moines
South Africa
Hoyland
England
William Digby
Indian Famine Relief Fund
London
Mint
People Should Own Church Property in Their Own Name
The article argues against church property deeds naming bishops or specific leaders, urging congregations to own and control property in their own names. It criticizes reliance on aristocratic or external authorities and calls for a more democratic ownership consistent with the people’s rights and duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dubuque
John Hennessy
Boone Republican vows no regret if Dolliver leaves politics
The Sioux City Journal notes the Boone Republican would not mourn if Congressmen J. P. Dolliver deserts politics for lecturing. It mentions a Boone county candidate poised to succeed Dolliver and rumors the editor may skip the Dalliver ratification meeting in May. An editor in Hamilton county is also unlikely to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City Journal
Mwatters
Boone Republican
J. P. Dolliver
Teath
Boone County
Dalliver
Aoother
Hamilton County
Hoar Speech Reshapes View of Philippine Question in Senate
A Massachusetts senator delivered a landmark four hour address on the Philippine question, captivating the Senate and gallery. The speech drew praise for its eloquence and adherence to founding ideals, contrasting with President McKinley’s stance and prompting strong endorsement from supporters of traditional American principles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webster
Clay
Calhoun
United States Senate
Hoar
Massachusetts
Grand Aid
Senate
Gallery
Huar
McKinley
Philadelphia boys send message to President Kruger
A contingent of boys from Philadelphia sent James Francis Staith to Pretoria to deliver a friendly message to President Kruger. The event recalls the Children’s Crusade with a message signed by 25,854 serious boys. The gesture is noted as encouragement for the Boers in their struggle for liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
James Francis Staith
Pretoria
Kruger
Mills Close Across Joliet and Anderson Hurting Jobs
It is strange in prosperous times to hear of steel and wire mills shutting down and laying off thousands. Twelve mills in Joliet Illinois and Anderson Indiana have closed indefinitely, suggesting they may not want to accumulate stock. Price tests could begin to drop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joliet
Anderson, Ind
Dolliver Seen as Likely for Vice Presidency Amid Political Struggle
After efforts with Roosevelt and Eastern leaders to secure a second ticket spot with McKinley, Dolliver becomes the center of a vice presidential gambit. Dolliver’s acceptance seems probable while the nomination appears unlikely as many politicians avoid it. The Presbyterians are described as moving away from their traditional faith toward a more modern belief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
McKinley
Dolliver
Republican Platform Passages on Independence and Sympathy
The excerpt cites 1860 Republican Platform affirming governments derive just powers from the governed and urging preservation of republican institutions. It also notes a 1848 platform pledging sympathy with oppressed peoples and upholding the Declaration of Independence as the foundation of democratic government, seeking to make these principles a living reality on American soil.
Militarism and the path of American nationhood
A reflective address traces the rise of the United States from colonial infancy to global power, warning that wealth and power tempt militarism. It draws Roman history as a cautionary parallel, contrasts America’s peaceable victories with Rome’s decline, and urges steadfast liberty over conquest while noting the ongoing Philippine conflict and its costly sacrifice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
United States of America
Republic
Italy
Rome
United States
Scandinavia
Germany
Hoyland
Patriotism over militarism in the Philippines debate
A passionate critique of American conquest in the Philippines argues that governance by force betrays republican ideals. It cites Jeffersonian and Lincoln principles, warns against military expansion, taxation without benefit, and dangers to liberty. It champions peaceful, principled progress as the rightful path.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
South Sea Islands
England
Philippines
Aguinaldo
America
Rome
National war aims for equality and liberty light the world
A fragment proclaims war as a force that rejects imperial expansion and seeks the equality, prosperity, and purity of every citizen. It calls war a guiding pulley to uplift nations, with Liberty as a goddess at America’s gateway symbolizing enlightenment for the world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ametiva
Boer fund receives acknowledgment from Dr Leyds
The Humboldt Independent and Upper Des Moines are informed that contributions sent to Dr J W Leyds the European representative of the South African republics have arrived. Letter from J W Niel of Algona acknowledges receipt of 501 francs from local supporters and thanks treasurers for their generosity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J.leyds
Humboldt Independent
Des Moines
Grzantschab van de Puld-Aprikaansoue Repuneig
Wishes and gifts illuminate the public library display
A library volume titled Wishes of North America showcases fish illustrations and descriptions, donated by Capt. W. H. Ingham. The first of a two part set will arrive when finished, with Ingham noted as an experienced fisherman. Also highlighted are Togham’s gift and local ads for poultry, rag time entertainment, seed sale, and farm loans at four percent per year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Ameria
Isaac Walton
W. H. Ingham
Alyona
Ingham
Florida
Mr. Togham
Public
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