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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1916
Page
6
World and domestic dispatches recount Albanian Alessio under Austro-Hungarian capture as Durazzo looms, with Turkish and British actions across Europe and the Middle East. Reports note French and British casualties, Montenegrin armistice steps, and Allied naval and air activity in multiple theaters.
President Wilson nominated Louis D Brandeis to the Supreme Court to replace the late Lamar, making him the first Jew on the court. Brandeis, a 60 year old Kentuckian born lawyer, awaits Senate action as Wilson heads a one week prepardness speaking tour. Additional items note protests to Britain over neutral mails, tax receipts rising, and plans to repeal stamp taxes to fund preparedness. Also reports on arms embargo petition and Philippine independence stance, plus Mexican incidents near Chihuahua and American agents rescued.
In a notice cited by the San Francisco Chronicle, Yates & Co. say they cannot fulfill municipal contracts for castor oil at $1,242 per gallon due to supply issues. They inform the board of supervisors of their inability to meet requisitions and seek contract release for the current year.
Cuticura Sosp cleanses the scalp of dandruff and scalings while Cuticura Ointment soothes itchings and irritations. Describes these emollients as superior, economical, and suitable for hair and scalp troubles across ages. Free sample by mail with a postcard to Cuticura Dept. L Boston. Sold everywhere.
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