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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1909
Page
6
Algona Gunvier lists subscription terms for a local newspaper. Rates include one copy for one year prepaid and a six month option without advance payment. The note appears to be a postal service related entry with basic pricing and mailing class details.
Washington reports Iowa Representative Woods introduced a bill to extend pensions to Northern Iowa Border Brigade veterans, arguing it mirrors political brinkmanship of his predecessor Conner. The piece questions motives, cites funds for a Denison federal building, and warns against public treasury graft.
A Webster City newspaper change shows editor N L Rood selling to a Webster City group led by Congressman Frank Woods, signaling a shift toward progressive republicanism. Taft snub to Jonathan Dolliver sparks local resentment as readers question party loyalties and future influence in the Tenth District.
Maud Low born June 5 1876 in Cameron Missouri dies after surgical complication from an operation. Dr Guthrie of Dubuque conducted the procedure at Algona hospital and the burial is planned for Green Bay Clark County where her mother rests. The doctor and family endure the great bereavement as Rev Holmes led services and prayers at the hospital before the interment.
Mrs H B Adams and sons arrive from Elmore to visit the Barsley home while Mr Adams supervises timber land sales. Various local moves include John Menke entering the implement business and purchasing the Thola shop, Lee Martin scheduling a year end sale and job switch, and Fred Kadow auction on December 21. Eastern Star officers elected, Odd Fellows and Yeomen activities noted, church services planned, and local social events and meetings at the Bancroft high school and depot.
Auction on Wednesday December 22 at ten o'clock features head of horses cattle and farm machinery. List includes black coach driving team two mares foal in foal gelding and a good colt, eight cows and calves, one Chester White pig, machinery such as Cavett hay stacker and Deere corn planter, 15 tons hay 1800 bushels corn 20 bushels potatoes and Early Ohio seed potatoes. Terms cash under $10 and 8 percent notes for larger sums. Also rental offer for half section near Burt. Proceeds to David Phillips with John M Vinson as auctioneer.
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