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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1914
Page
3
Local Algona opinion piece condemns the suffrage reform as destructive to the home while arguing progress requires better understanding of domestic realities. The column questions the wisdom of Rev. Weston as an educator and cites fear of misguidance in the reform movement.
The article notes a two million dollar appropriation by the last general assembly for buying more grounds for the state capital. It says the measure faced opposition in the legislature, went to the supreme court where it was upheld, and now opponents seek to turn it into a political issue.
A. E. Kennedy reports gardening optimism and local politics. Notes on toboggan prospects, a New Year wrist injury, Rowley’s governor bid, and various Algona social notes. Mentions Miss Edith Clarke, Col H B Mason, and local officials. Includes brief agricultural, weather, and business items.
Wesley and Plum Creek residents enjoyed Christmas Eve gatherings as Paul Ferrigans hosted relatives and friends with a children’s Christmas tree. The Ward school program and tree were praised as a grand success. Neighborhood exchanges included visits by Will Blain of Marengo, and local families hosted gatherings with Clapsaddle and Nelson households. A sales notice advertises 12 Duroc Jersey gilts for sale in West End, Iowa.
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