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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1910
Page
4
The item reports John McGowen kicked by a horse last Tuesday with a crushed middle finger and severed distal end, attended by Dr Sartor who treated him without chloroform. It also lists July 4 festivities, travel notes, visits, autos, and various Bancroft residents' activities and arrivals.
A farmer uses two S H C Gasoline Engines to pump water for his home and barn, effectively a private waterworks and fire department. With an I H C haybaler he keeps hay in prime condition for sale, boosting home life and enabling larger fields. Each machine pays for itself and elevates the home above most city households. Visit an I H C agent or request literature on farm implements.
The St Benedict area notes say Sisters travel home with Maria Baker while others head for Germany and Dubuque. Local gatherings on the Fourth featured a large dance by Dawson, Studer orchestra, and praise for hosts. Several residents, including James Lyon and Anton Elsenbarth, are recovering or traveling, with numerous visits and separations among families and delegates at regional events.
The article notes the Fourth of July celebrations and travel by residents. C W Blake family visited Ruthven from July 3 to 5 to honor old friend Jobo Simmons. The Philipman’s dance drew large crowds and several local people, including Paul Ferrigan, John Mahonny, Will Martinek, and Katia Ferrigan, spent the holiday in Hancock county at John Mackin’s home and returned the next day.
A reflective verse contrasts a vain fashionable lass chasing hats and cosmetics with the enduring value of a learned mind. It argues beauty fades while literature and wisdom offer lasting comfort, guiding through life’s later years beyond vanity.
The Grant Johnson dog was injured by Bill Busch's bull on Friday. Ed Howe treated the dog, setting the broken leg while the animal was under chloroform. The operation was successful, but a week later the dog remains under anesthesia, raising fears it may not survive.
The Board adopted a resolution with 6 percent interest from the date of adoption. The vote was five ayes none nays. Adjournment set to 1 PM then reconvened to review the report of the Commissioners of Assessment of Benefits in Drainage District No. 27 with further consideration continued to June 5 1910 and 9 AM next day. Glarke & Co arranged a loan at 5 percent with annual interest and optional payment.
Notice that a will purporting to be Ludwig William Wetzel’s last will and testament was filed in Kossuth County District Court. The Sept term date was set for the hearing to admit or deny probate, with interested parties invited to appear. Dated June 18, 1010, Clerk C. I. Stephenson.
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