Monroe doctrine in modern foreign policy debate
The article surveys the Monroe doctrine’s relevance through U S history, cites Napoleon III in Mexico, Seward under Lincoln, Cleveland’s arbitration stance with England over Venezuela, and current calls to abandon or defend the doctrine amid German pressure. It notes other political skirmishes, criticism of circulars by Dobson and Shaw, and a court ruling over a Greenville bank robbery case and murders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe
Napoleon III
Maximilian
Mexico
Seward
Lincoln
Napoleon
Cleveland
Kooiva
England
Venezuela
United States
Britain
South America
Europe
Wiliam
von Boguslawski
Bismarck
Philipps
Brooks
Greenville
Marshal Lodine
Albert City
Supreme Court
London Doctor Warns Lemon Juice Fights Typhoid
Dr. Asa Ferguson of London announced a Christmas discovery that lemon juice can kill or neutralize typhoid bacilli. Chicago Health Department authorities reportedly support the claim, citing experiments where the bacillus was killed by the acid, promising relief from the disease if true.
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Asa Ferguson
London
Chicago
Territories seek statehood amid partisan bar on two
Three territories New Mexico Arizona and Oklahoma sought statehood. Republicans in Congress bar New Mexico and Arizona while Oklahoma, expected Republican, is urged for admission. Nevada Wyoming and Montana had fewer inhabitants and wealth at admission. The southern territories face rejection, reflecting partisan divide.
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New Mexico
Arizona
Oklahoma
Nevada
Wyoming
Montana
Appreciated compliment to the Courier from Armstrong IA
A reader from Armstrong IA praises the Courier and requests continued merit. The letter from Davin Ecxnorn of Algona IA encloses a 150 dollar draft and asks the paper to send it to the best county paper in Northern Iowa. Dated Dec 22 1902.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courier
Armstrong
Iowa
Christmas Tragedy Warns of Nuptial Neglect in Iowa
An Emmetsburg Democrat column argues the Alyu na Christmas tragedy should teach husbands and wives the sanctity of marriage amid rising disregard for nuptial pledges. It laments the few but tragic cases and urges greater marital responsibility.
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Emmetsburg
Annie Laurie: A Scottish Ballad of Love and Fealty
The piece presents a lyrical excerpt praising Annie Laurie with imagery of snow white brows and fair brow, a voice described as low and sweet, and the speaker’s vow of unwavering devotion. Refrains contrast beauty with enduring faithfulness, repeating the pledge to lay down and die for Annie Laurie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beanie Annie Laurie
Dee
Honor to Whom Honor is Due in Eammersburg
During the recent long cold snap the city gratefully recalls H. C. Shadbolt for foresight in laying in 200 tons of hard coal last spring. Scarcity kept prices down as he refused to profiteer, aiding many patrons. Dissolution notice for Gange & Converse. Quaverse departs, Gange continues at the old stand. all accounts due immediately in cash or notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eammersburg
Democrat
H. C. Shadbolt
Flo
Avary
Enal
Gange & Converse
Quaverse
Mr.Gange
Christmas Tragedy and Aftermath in Algona
A Christmas day murder suicide in Algona leaves Harry Adams and his wife dead. Coroner confirmation and a family move to burial follow as investigators note a letter by Adams foretelling violence. Cora Whitson linked to the tragedy is blamed for contributing to the couple’s break up and related misfortunes. The piece extols virtue and warns young women to guard morality amid poverty’s perils.
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Harry Adams
Peters
Burt
Adams
Algona
Winnebago County
Laird
Adagins
Dee
Bert Adams
Vega
Dora
Etta
Cora
Lttle
Vera
Adaas
Harry
Cora Whitson
Ferguson
Whitson
Max. Whitson
Verguson
Where Our Taxes Go in Kossuth County 1902 year totals
A historical note shows Kossuth County's 1902 tax distribution totaling 231174.80 with Algona contributing 31801.62. County funds funded teachers, the poor, bridges, roads, salaries, and shared state costs. Local entities such as Algona city and the Algona Independent School District also levied and spent on utilities, libraries, sewers, and school construction. Public notices include domestic ads for jobs and local goods.
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Kossuth
Algona
State University
Agrigultural College
Normal School
City of
Algona Independent
Hymen's Altar Weds Three Couples In Algona
At 3130 a.m. Wednesday Rev Artman of Fenton joined Miss Amma M Hesse and Dr FB Logan in marriage at the bride's home. The couple, praised for character and good prospects, will reside in Fenton. A second ceremony at Mr C B Hutchins's home united Will Stewart and Zela Winkel with Rev Holmes presiding. The groom farms Riverdale Township. A third wedding joined Wilson Brooks and Amanda Stewart by Rev Holmes at the parsonage. All unions celebrate local happiness and feature prominent families and young professionals.
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Artman of
Fenton
Logan
Amma M. Hesse
Algona
Nfe
Linda
Jr. Chrischilles
H. J. Thompson
Whittemore
Northern Iowa Lumber Company
C. B. Hutchins
Peter Winkel
Rev
Holmes
Will Stewart
Zela Winkel
Jacob Winkel
Riverdale
Countin
Wilson Brooks
Amanda Stewart
Geo. Stewart
Riverdale Township
Publicity Promotes Accountability in County Spending
Joe Trigg argues for itemized published statements of all county funds spent by the board of supervisors and criticizes municipal and school district spending. He asserts taxpayers deserve to know who gets money and for what, noting publicity fosters economy and curbs boodling. He cites example of John Smith receiving public funds to illustrate the point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Supervisors
John Smith
Joe Trigg
Notice disclaims debts of son and date in 1902
Notice declares no responsibility for debts by son Adolph and warns of no action after December 17, 1902. Also mentions a wanted German girl for milking and house work and a money loan offer at 5 percent by A. D. Craike & Co.
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Adolph
Guynicu
A. D. Craike & Co
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Algona Gouvier
Innchon & Finnely
Col. Hageard
Kosoth
G. L. Dodson
Dob Hgan
Natigndfe & Trust Co
Theo ‘Dobson
Awhy
Shaw
Des Moines
Dobson
Annie Laurie
Maxwelton
Curly
Lauria Id
Ma Donne
Bonnie Ancie Lautlord
A.D. Clarke & Co
Mother Earth
J. W. Robinson
C.F. Gangge
Poland
Plymouth Rock
J. M. Moore
Hymen’s
Pmnin
Hesse
Clara Hamilton
Morse
Stewart- Winkel
Bertha Carey
Algona Markets
The
Cloak People
Kossuth County
Minnesota
Dakota
Jas. Taylor
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