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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1908
Page
6
Mrs W S Merritt of Anoka Minnesota reports kidney pain back ache and fatigue during winter. She says Dean’s Kidney Pills gave relief after the first box and she believes other women with similar symptoms would benefit. Sold by dealers 60 cents a box FosterMilburn Co Buffalo N Y.
A secretary notes varied entries in the club complaint book. One member laments cold hot water, another novelist complains his book wasn’t added to the library. Young guests gripe about wines and cigars to push brands, while anonymous scandals appear. An entry accuses Maj Hawkins of flirting and owing money.
An 19th century ad promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure with a $100 reward claim and testimonials from Toledo druggists F J Cheney and associates. The excerpt shifts to a New Hampshire anecdote about a wealth man who loans a pastor money and begins attending church, hinting at pew rent repayment.
An anecdotal endorsement praises Grape Nuts for infants and adults, detailing a method to prepare a strained juice from soaked grains mixed with milk, salt, and sugar. The testimonial claims a saved life, improved health, and suitability for delicate babies and strong adults, urging readers to read The Reason for more.
A brief note on the building of Solomon’s temple drawing from Biblical chapters 6 and 7, focusing on scriptural context and authority. The piece reflects on how 2 Kings frames temple construction, storage, and divine guidance within ancient Israel.
A sermonette urges David’s vision to build a Lord’s house through Solomon, portraying the son as the fulfillment of the father’s使命 and likening Solomon to Christ. It emphasizes parental legacy, filial obedience, and spiritual building as living stones fit for a divine temple. The text reflects on preparation, shaping, and the hopeful final fitting of believers into God’s eternal dwelling.
King Solomon surveys vast store of gold and silver as Prophet Nathan urges construction of a temple. Nathan recalls David’s dream to raise a dwelling for God and asks Solomon to accept the commission. Solomon acknowledges the long preparation and the need for a permanent house for Israel’s God.
Solomon and Nathan discuss the king’s desire to build the temple for the God of Israel. Cedar and fir timbers, gold and silver, and precise stone work are prepared, aiming for a reverent, soundless construction. The king vows devotion and blessed support to the project.
The missionary exposition in Swansea Wales drew over 20 000 attendees in the vast Wisteddfod Pavilion hall. Six courts representing India China Africa the South Seas Madagascar and New Guinea depicted country scenes under visiting or retired missionaries. The exhibit informed many previously unaware of the scope and impact of missionary work.
Des Moines reports the tuberculosis sanitarium will open February 1 under state board rules. Admission will be open to all residents regardless of ability to pay. Patients may be charged up to $80 monthly, with partial payments accepted, and nonpayment not a rejection. Applicants must write to the superintendent for a form, then undergo physician examination and local welfare verification before admission.
The Iowa Tax Revision association held its first meeting at the Savery hotel. Mayor Mattern welcomed revisionists to Des Moines. President J. H. Jackson of Sioux City presided as papers discussed taxation of moneys and credits and constitutional control of taxation. Officers elected include President J. W. Jackson Sioux City and treasurer Frank G. Pierce Marshalltown. The group aims to secure lower taxes on moneys and credits and will publish papers as pamphlets to educate the state.
An appeal to women describing daily burdens of feminine troubles and endorsing Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a long standing remedy. Claims support from testimonials including Mrs. Ellsworth and Mrs. Boyd and invites readers to write for advice from Lynn Mass.
Pvt Homer Folks secretary of the State Charity Aid society of New York spoke about the awkwardness charity workers feel in public appeals for funds. He compared their challenge to the neatness of a colored preacher who joked about preaching and serving in heaven.
Mrs Biggs hopes for a standout moment as neighbors remark on Mrs Hilong planning another move. Mrs Diggs notes the recurring monthly relocations since she acquired new furniture, hinting at ongoing home changes and social chatter.
An ad promotes Our Pie preparations in lemon, chocolate and custard flavors priced at zero cents at grocers. The copy urges prudent cooks to use the product with minimal fuss and cost, noting a quotation about judgment and caution in condemnation.
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