Delegates and precinct chairs urged in county political note
The Algona Courier reports town and county Democrats must elect delegates and a precinct chairman for the June primary. It urges precincts to caucus to align on choices, warns those who neglect to vote have no voice at the June 20 convention, and notes reporting duties to the county auditor. The piece references local wards and several politicians and factions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Previngh
Duligeeles
Alpona
Cece
Alvan
Secund
Algona
Bailala
Hart Aporuu
Eagle
Portlanis
Rumsey
Riverdale
Seneca
Bexton
Sherman
Spripcholg
Serence Cesgesa Veneers
Wesies QV
Hittemore
Public notice costs under state health rules criticized
The editorial argues townships must publish state health rules, a costly burden. It cites bills from Whittemore Champion, Burt Monitor, and Titania Topic, totaling around 60 to 160 dollars per township, calling the law foolish and urging repeal or modification by a future legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
7. D. M. Republican
Courier
State Board of Health
State Board
Board of Supervisors
Whittemore
Lotts Creek
Thompson Takes Post Office Portfolio In Corwith
In a local notice tone the Corwith Clipper reports S. L. Thompson assumed control of the Corwith post office portfolio yesterday morning. The piece notes approval of his duties but hints others, including A. L. Grossman and Walter Wildman, lost money in the bank collapse and deserved the windfall more. The narrative mentions his past opposition to Congressman Conner's candidacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bro. Sherwood
Burt
Bro. Thompson
Corwith
Bro. Johnson
Corwith Clipper
S. L. Thompson
Home Coming at Lansing Iowa Invites Old Residents Back
Lansing Iowa issues a June home coming inviting all former residents to return for a two day reunion on June 24 25 and 28 The effort is led by Algona boosters with local residents including J A Kennedy and the Dunn family expected to attend The piece celebrates Lansing and its surrounding area and urges participation from former neighbors across the county
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lansing
Iowa
Metcalf
Lansing Mirror
Theodore Chrischilles
Ourself
Algona
J. A. Kennedy
Interkoffer
W. F. Nierling
Tilmoney
Ledyard
Dunn
Sherman Township
Father of Waters
Court Record New Cases in Early Docket List
The docket lists multiple civil actions including H Rantzow versus A Drews and Garfield firm versus J Dutton, Oshox Ino & Co. versus 8 O War, Standard Stock Food Co. versus E Robinson, Cotant versus Nordstroms, Reliance Elevator Co. versus Paulina and John Barr, Sterling Refining Co. versus D A Link, Dr D A Robertson versus George and Alice Willie, and Butcher Gibbs Plow Co. versus L Stamer and H A Carnahan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Rantzow
A. Drews
G. G. Garfield
Nester J. Dutton
Oshox Ino & Co
O. Wari
Standard Stok Food Co
E. Robinson
J. Q. Cotant
Charles Nordsront
CANDIDATES ANNOUNCE FOR IOWA STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47
A Whittemore Iowa resident announces candidacy for State Senator in the 47th district, subject to the Republican primary in June 1908. He pledges honest work for Iowa and his district if nominated and elected, dated February 4 1908.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Whittemore
Candidates for county supervisor and district seats announced
W A Pattinson and Samuel Steussy announce Democratic runs for First District supervisor in the June 2 primary. Joan G Sarret also seeks Democratic support for the First District. A Republican candidate declares intent for Second District supervisor nomination on June 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan G. Sarret
W. A. Pattirson
Samuel Steussy
Men Wanted to Go to Colorado County Texas for Free Trip
An appeal seeks men to accompany the Colorado county excursion in Texas. It offers a free ticket and looks for an editor an auctioneer a hotel man and some farmers. Watch papers for report and contact Grant Jonpan the would-be Texas and agent for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado County
Texas
Cummins
Grant Jonpan
Window Screen Sale At Iowa Lumber Co
Local store offers Wheeler's patent window screens in sizes 15x62 26x62 19x66 28x64 26x63 28x67 at 65 cents each. Customers may choose from the listed dimensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeler
Iowa Lumber Uo
North Iowa
Tour of Europe Planned by Mr T Chugchiles and Family
Mr T Chugchiles plans an extensive European tour this summer with Mrs Chris Chugchiles and their son Thee force aml Mes Steer of Lansing Iowa accompanying. They expect to leave Algena around May 8 to head first to the home of Mrs Nielsnder, then travel to Italy and Germany before returning in September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Chugchiles
Chrischilles
Lansing
Iowa
Chischilles
Algena
Hema
Nielsnder
Thodora
Looks Like a Swindle Targets Lotts Creek Farmer With False Tuberculin Test
A well dressed stranger claimed authority to test cows for tuberculosis and warned a Lotts Creek farmer that ten of his fourteen cows were diseased. He advised disposal or sale to buyers outside the state. An elderly man then offered to buy the ten cows for about $15 to $16 each, taking them away while locals suspected a connivance between the two men. The farmer was left to question the legitimacy of the scheme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lotts Creek
Ehayy
Easter birth in Wesley and Plum Creek area
A baby girl weighing 10 pounds was born to Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Nelson at 6 o clock Easter morning. Both mother and child are reported well. she is the second daughter. Local notes include Blain Bros. lumber work for Jim McEnroe and a move to the Kurtz place north of Wesley. W. D. Machinek’s phone update. Bob Young’s trade of a gray stallion for a smaller horse plus cash. a wrestling match planned in Titonka on June 3 between Emory Smock and Ludoritz. Will McMurray praised as a top worker for H. C. Nelson.
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H. C. Nelson
Mother
Babe
Blain Bros
Jim McEnroe
Kurtz
Wesley
W. d
Blake-Nelson Telephone Company
Bob Young
Blake-Young
Bob
Titonka
Emory Smock
Ludoritz
Will McMurray
Fall era bargains and local trades at Algona stores
North Iowa Lumber Co advertises a fancy front door at 3.50 and superior Rubber Roofing at 1.35 per square. The Empire Cream Separator showcases at Joseph Campbell stand, with trade-in on old machines. Also promoting farm animals and services by Ernst Thiel and W. H. Harrison. Barn chores offered by Mrs. French.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Iowa Lbr. Co
Empire
Joseph Campbell
BE. B. McCorxe
First Meeting of Creditors in Powell Bankruptcy
In the district court of Iowa Northern District Central Division the creditors of Myra F Powell of Algona Kossuth county Iowa bankrupt are notified. The first meeting will be held May 9 1908 at 10 oclock in the forenoon at Spencer W Crdwells office Algona to prove claims appoint a trustee examine the bankrupt and conduct related business.
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District Court of the United Btuton
Iowa
Central Division
Myra
Powell
Tha Satd
Myra I’. Powell
Algona
Kossuth County
Nolice
Roxsuth County
Towa
Spencer W. Crdwell
Algouu
Laws
Whittemore News Column Teems With Town Happenings
GEO BAYLE notes from Whittemore recount attendances at Germania and Dancroft fairs, local tile and well-driller chatter, school-organization discussions, and a death of B. E. Kelly. He remarks on garden work, county tile plans for 1908, free fair attractions, church services, and local social tidbits including notable residents and horse trader activity.
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Germania
Dancroft
Cumpras
Phos
Tlowest
Greene Wood
Whittemore
Tommy White
Scribe
Titonka
Armstrong
Brother Wolf
Wolf
Edward
White
Nore
Theodore Elbert
Elbert
Terrill
Clay County
B. E. Kelly
Kelly
Col. Dailey
Kossuth
Bancroft
Wm. Higgins
Myers
Immetsburg
Higgins
Iowa
Joe DeGraw
Bryan
Joe
John Fenske
Large's Silver Wedding in Osakis Honored by Danish Brotherhood
The Danish Brotherhood Lodge of Osvald celebrated the silver wedding of Mr and Mrs BE Lange in Osakis Minnesota with a banquet at Metcalf's Hall attended by about 175 friends. Toastmaster James P Johnson and prominent locals gave heartfelt toasts praising the couple's citizenship loyalty and integrity. Mr Lange spoke with evident appreciation of the tribute.
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Lange
Charles Lange
Fenton
Nelson
St. Paul
Metcalf’s Hall
James P. Johnson
Yater
E. R. Ruggles
Peter Nelson
Algona
Local notable Lange family celebrated at Osakis banquet
Immigrant mayor Lange of Osakis and his wife were honored at a town banquet with a mixed quartet from Minnesota and Milwaukee performing a Denmark wedding song. A recitation by Miss Wsther Larson followed by more songs and dancing. The couple received silver gifts and were praised for emigrating to America, living in Illinois and Algona before Osakis. Lange has held mayor and council roles and now oversees farm interests in Iowa and Minnesota while aiding a new Osakis Creamery. Their two sons are growing, up, sharing their parents’ sterling qualities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bro. H
Minnesota
Milwaukee
Mrs. Lange
America
Ilinois
Algona
Osakis
Iowa
For Sale Two Desirable Town Dwellings
For Sale two desirable town dwellings nicely located with very reasonable prices and attractive terms for responsible buyers Now is the time to buy a home Adams offers. Also note settlement call at County Savings Bank to clear notes or accounts McCorkle requests prompt settlement and Timothy seed available for delivery in Algona via phone line H Hurcins offers Timothy seed delivery in Algona
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adams
County Savings Bank
Timothy
Algona
H. J. W. Hurcuins
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RY Hinchon
Finnell
Humber OF Dolegates
Thompson
Connor
Thorpson
Oney
DB. M. A
Cerwith
Corporation
Alison
Commins
Roosevelt
Taft
Allison
Blythe
Sherwood
Europe
J. T. Chrischilles
Wesley and
Plum Creek
The
Rhode Island
Plymouth
Ernst Thiel
Brownell Shoe Store
Tom
W. H. Harrison
H. D. Rosenstiel
Gin. Wanren
B. French
Algona Markets
Geo. Bayle
Whittemore News
Large
C. Bysom
Prion Courter
BE. A. E. Laage
Danish Brotherhood Lodge
Osvalds
Kraft
Master Clothes Builders
Kirchbaum
Kraft Clothing
L. Abt & Sons
France
Germany
Washington
District of Columbia
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