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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1900
Page
2
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The article argues that accurate sentiment abroad is uncertain but leans against the Allies. It notes administration and worldly organs support the war, though financial interests begin to waver as the war affects trade. It stresses financiers and rust companies influence.
The Upper Des Moines argues against a $250 yearly county or state bond for Treasurer Ward and for all officers, contending such bonds should be borne by the official’s supporters or not required at all. It cites trust in honesty, disputes guarantor bonds, and criticizes the paper’s logic as overreaching policy.
A historical critique argues the founders aimed to shape a world model for just governance, but a rising reactionary class pursued an English imperial framework. It warns that appeals to patriotism mask constitutional breaches and commercial gain, urging imperialists to reconsider their path.
The Springfield Republican argues Americans should study England to gauge imperial dangers. It mocks imperialists led by Roosevelt and McKinley, notes Britain's weakness in South Africa, warns against emulation, and questions costs of maintaining the Philippines army of 65,000. The piece ends reflecting on fame from famous preacher sons.
Editorial argues Boer behavior shows lack of civilization. It cites salary reductions during war, noting Sel Kruger's pay cut from 235,000 to DM. The piece dismisses the idea that wartime needs justify salary cuts as futile patriotism and out of step with the times.
The speaker notes U S expenditure growth outpaces wealth and population gains over the past twenty years. War department costs rose from 922 million to 20 billion annually, with other accounts growing similarly in proportion.
War taxes provoke Alarm among citizens over the policy of ingratiating imperialism into Americanism. The ship of state under McKinley-Hanna faces gravest apprehensions as the country debates its direction and future.
The Eldora Herald reports Franklin County officials, aided by experts, launching an investigation into tax dodging. Back taxes totaling 25 000 to 35 000 are pursued, with suits filed. J I Scales of Ackley assists prosecution. Wells of Garner paid 78 00 to settle arrears in personal property tax at the county treasurer’s office.
Correspondent Bicknell in the Marshalltown Times Republican argues the push to locate a state normal school at Emmetsburg was political maneuvering by Cummins supporters to remove Barringer from the Gear faction. He asserts Emmetsburg would not be chosen for a normal school.
Estherville Vindicator notes a comparison between Algona fellows and the Burnecsburg crowd, claiming the latter are far more insistent in wanting everything in sight and outstrip the former in drive.
A Lowell writer sends a detailed Boer arm story from Natal describing diverse foreign brigades, including Irish and American volunteers, under Colonel Blake. He claims about 100,000 Boers, siege at Ladysmith, and planned moves toward Colenso while praising Boer tactics and criticising British leadership.
The new hotel in Algona opened Tuesday evening as a grand social event. Algona’s crowd of locals and guests from abroad filled the scene with a harp orchestra, fine solos, and a lengthy dance, ending after two a.m. The Dur dall led reception committee hailed the venture as a swell success.
Mr Werner Eggerth of LaVerne raised 16 dollars in Garfield Township and 11 more in Algona for the Boer relief fund. The money will be sent to the Beer Red Gross fund after a published donor list. Additional contributions followed after he returned home. The notice lists donors including M Bonstetter August Bremer J W Hinchen Peter Pegi Wm Brommood W Gyerthe cee Martin Bonstetter Paul Dorweiler Henry Dorweiler Jos Dorweiler A H Dorweiler Theo Chrischilles Val Zoell Paul Fechner B J Guthrie and others. For sale two young short horn bulls and jackets close out at Off ab Faylor's.
The Wesley News summarizes annual creamery reports with directors elected at Sexton Creamery for three years, noting long serving officers and FF. O. Bacon’s continued management. Milk and butter fat figures from several creameries are given, including Germany Valley, LuVerne, Bancroft, Seneca, and Lone Rock, with cash receipts, butter sales, and patron payments. The piece also advertises shoes, store offerings, and farm equipment for sale in Greenwood township.
The Kossuth County Fair Association held its annual meeting at the court house last Saturday. President W Wadsworth called the session to order as secretary D W Peek presented the annual report. New officers were elected for the coming year with Mr O R Lewis as president and TE, DP Kolth as vice president. A full slate of township directors was named, including Algona TL A Wadsworth, Buffalo Robert Wetter, Burt Wred Nicholson, Cresco J G Ranson, among others. The secretary also announced the financial condition for the year ending Jan J. Tb:
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