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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1902
Page
2
The author cites Andrew Carnegie arguing for Philippine self rule and arbitration. He condemns imperial actions and calls for liberty, contrasting civilized pretenses with violence against Filipinos seeking independence, urging prayer for an end to the disgrace.
The piece denounces the war in the Philippines as a moral and commercial blunder, arguing the United States misused its power, killed independence hopes, and risked long hatred. It cites President Schurman and Senator Hale, noting educated Filipinos shifting toward independence and predicting growing resistance and eventual self rule.
Gov Shaw faces new duties and social pressures as he arrives in Washington with attention to wardrobe and jewels. Mrs Shaw’s costly gowns and jewelry spark headlines, while a mistaken drawer search triggers a chambermaid scare and a monetary apology. The episode highlights the new secretary’s social diplomacy and the costs of public life.
A Kansas dispatch reports Carrie Nation dropped her hatchet and cut off the big toe of her right foot. The incident is seen as perversely fitting the anti saloon crusade narrative and may spur future lecture appearances. The article remarks on irony, suggests her manager arrange dates to capitalize on the injury.
The article accuses Senator Dolliver of political opportunism after a speech in Algona, claiming he rejected tariff reduction and reciprocity, then says his apparent change is due to popularity, while labeling him a machine politician. It criticizes modern clergy figures like Rev Dr Briggs and Rev Dr Pearsons for challenging orthodox belief.
The Sioux City Tribune questions Gov Shaw's promotion to the treasury portfolio. It argues Iowa sentiment is misrepresented by him, accusing him of backing tariff protections and trusts while praising his prior gubernatorial majorities. It notes the Roosevelt cabinet selection and Iowa Republican reactions.
Admiral Schley and his wife were guests of Chicago this week as crowds welcomed him with strong show of support. The piece notes public approval of Schley, contrasts it with earlier critics, and voices skepticism about ballot reform and the Australian system amid political maneuvering.
Justice Clarke held J N Jordan of Bancroft on a 300 dollar bond after a routine hearing. The case centered on allegations he used a scales shrinker to misweigh hogs and cable, with rival buyers Mangano and Campbell testifying. Witnesses described evasive conduct, conflicting claims, and uncertain usage of the device. no one proved cheating, and the grand jury will decide.
A notice announces an American Express Company sale on February 14 in Des Moines. Several packages remain unclaimed across express offices nationwide. The county list includes Algona versus EH Clarke.
A local note states pocketbooks collected by the Count on the street will be restored to owners. Several names appear, including Miss Corns, with cards bearing Boone and other place names. The paper asserts community honesty and urges owners to claim their items.
The district regency contest to replace Harvey Ingham concluded with Allen of Pocahontas County defeating the incumbent. The campaign echoed past Cummins Gear and Cowles Clarke battles, with local figures reshaping alliances. Harvey Lovham conceded, praising supporters as opponents celebrated the outcome.
Gardner Cowles of Kossuth acted as personal representative for Mr Ingham's proxy vote for Senator Bachman after protests by Sead of Greene and Guébrist of Pocahontas. the ballot then listed Ingham-Cowles Healy Bachman Townsend Meservey Langan 6 For Allen-Garst Head Gilchrist Barkley Winnie Christianson Secor Robinsons as the final group.
Emmetsburg Democrat notes Geo Boyle is out of the way and Tom Corcoran feels free as a ladies man amid past rivalry. Mentions Boyle’s jealously toward a local man, quips about Cuba telephones, and references to the Newspaper Line Book’s rankings and optical quackery warnings. A shop ad touts the Queen Alaska overshoe at 75 cents per pair.
Money to loan and per cent A D Cranky and Co it will pay you to see the Algona Milling and Grain Co if you have hoot milling wheat to sell. Aroties overshoes wool boots German sox Joggins and the best of everything in footwear at bottom prices. Galbraith Sionae.
Fragmentary poem lines describe a banquet hall deserted under wintry weather. Memory returns to days past as lights burn low and the author reflects on companionship and absence in the quiet night.
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