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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1910
Page
2
W A Winter of Algona and Vas Ness of Whittemore announce candidacies for County Treasurer and County Attorney respectively. Both state nomination is subject to Republican voters in Kossuth County primaries in June.
A Monterey Mexico city council vote of thanks honors U S Consul General Philip C Hanna for relief efforts after the August flood. Hanna opened the American consulate, fed and housed victims, distributed funds and supplies, aiding about 2,000 families and an estimated 10,000 people. The January 27 1910 testimonial cites his humanity and relief work in Monterey and surrounding areas.
Kasper Faltingon cites Estherville Democrat analysis linking Republican shifts to Bryan and Democratic ideas, noting Taft now cites gold output as the price driver. He questions whether continued Republican power could demonetize gold as they did silver, amid historic money policy debates.
Chicago Jewish leaders plan a Georgia agricultural colony in Pierce County to aid impoverished Jews leaving Chicago. Rabbi A R Levy and other prominent Chicago Jews have secured 35 000 acres for an settlement intended to improve living conditions and reduce crowding in the city. The plan seeks Jewish families to participate in the new venture and provide a chance for a better life away from Chicago's urban pressures.
The Youngstown revival closes after six weeks with crowds roaring in praise. The evangelist earned about 10000 dollars, claiming 6500 converts. Attendees leaped, screamed, hugged, and prayed, and the evangelist urged continued zeal as he left for his hotel amid further demonstrations.
Congress moves to investigate the rising cost of living with a focus on government policy as a contributing factor. The proposal aims to identify causes and propose remedies amid public concern over affordability.
Lively politics in Algona as many candidates buttonhole outsiders and extend smiles and hearty handshakes. Rumor says Tom Trainer may run for sheriff of Kossuth before the primaries, which could spark a county-wide political boil if he canvasses.
A reader laments wasteful newspaper practices in the Manson Democrat. He notes editors focus on favored papers while many publications are poorly printed and rarely opened. The writer urges earnest effort in every newspaper.
Sweatie Herald reports a citrus flavored joke about candidates from Algona and the north end. Among ten contenders six hail from Algona while four come from the north end, with implications of collusion behind the scenes.
A Britt Tribune excerpt weighs social effects of kissing, joking that cautious kissing can lead to matrimony, while aggressive tactics harm society. The piece wittily discusses a summer kiss as a prelude to happiness and a honeymoon, noting compromises and limits, even suggesting such acts cannot stay pristine in a refrigerator.
For Sale. A snap is taken soon. My square house north of the N. W. depot, about three lots, 12 fruit and several other trees, some hard maple in blocks 219 also block 218, pasture and a lot of nice trees around, for 2600 cash. Also I will sell or trade for cheap and the Northwestern Hotel, a good place for anyone who wants to make some money and educate their children. J. McCay, Webster City, Town. Two fine residence lots south of Congregational church for sale cheap Wilfrid P. Jones.
Notice dated February 14 1910 states sealed bids will be received until March 1 for butter milk for the ensuing year. The right to reject any or all bids is reserved. J B Horurs secretary.
A special invitation invites art minded shoppers to inspect ready to wear apparel by Chrischilles and Herbst. New 1910 styles and models on exhibition Thursday Friday and Saturday at the store.
East Lucas township in Johnson county Iowa reports its justice of the peace Gill Trish who has served 25 years and files annual accounts for 1909. The document recounts bank refusals to pay interest, investments in coal land in Colorado, and various court cases including Pinchot Ballinger and Bryan, with satirical commentary on national politics and governance.
GEO, BOYLE'S COLUMN notes Whittemore residents plan a summer visit by Michael Liddy and discuss drought, rising prices, and prohibition effects. It covers farmers planning an elevator, Taft Aldrich Cannon tariff debates, local shippers, mumps in town, fishers shipping sheep to Chicago, and the sale of a Whittemore Exchange. Also mentions residents Willis McCarty, Billy Putzier, grain dealer Jones turning farmer, and local notable visits plus a sale ad for an 8 room house in Algona.
Daily passenger service announced from March to April 13 offering personal tours in tourist sleeping cars aboard the Eldor Podsie line. The schedule emphasizes coastal destinations with frequent departures and hotel-inclusive packages.
Mayer and guide promote South Dakota seed corn for 1910 planting with Dakota Gold Mine, Dakota Silver Mine 100 day and Wimples Yellow Dent 110 day varieties. Prices at 3.50 per bushel. first consignments expected March 1 to 10. Urge booking and neighbor referrals to avoid inferior seed.
Advertiser Shoellenbirger of Algona Iowa seeks horses for rent or purchase aged 4 to 32 years. Willing to pay top dollar and claims some say I pay a little more. Contact Shoellenbirger at 202 Elm St or by phone 283.
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