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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1901
Page
5
Humboldt reports the night watchman McMillan was shot dead by J B Metzner, who claims drunken frenzy triggered the act. Metzner, a miller over 50, was arrested as townsfolk fear lynching. McMillan, 28 and unmarried, died instantly in the confrontation near Metzner’s home after approaching with a shotgun.
The Whittemore Champion questions Algona’s alleged proliferation of beer joints and criticizes local officers for inaction. It implies Republican papers would defend the mulet law while noting the Cornier has found no such establishments.
Bolenius sold the northwest quarter of 5-95-27 to W. H. Reed of Algona early this week. Bolenius had bought the tract two or three years ago at 20 dollars per acre and sold it at a higher price, realizing a handsome profit. He is described as one of the area’s most prosperous farmers who arrived in earlier days and capitalized on opportunities.
Dr. Walters assisted by Dr. Morse of Algona and Dr. Thompson of Buffalo Center performed a successful operation last Saturday removing a tumor weighing about thirteen pounds from Mrs Theo Schroeder. A nurse from Ruthven cared for her as she recovered and she is progressing nicely.
Special train excursion to Minneapolis and Minnehaha Falls via Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul on Saturday and Sunday July 18 and 14. Balloon ascension and parachute descent at 1 20 p m by Madame De Leon of Rockford Illinois. Band concert and musical entertainment.
Statement of Algona State Bank Wy Algona at close of business June 2011 filed with Auditor of State. Lists assets including gold coin silver coins bullion legal tender and drafts and cash items. Details drafts due from banks and property, liabilities, capital stock, deposits, surplus, and undivided profits. Signed by officers Clarke Lantry and Galbraith, with notary attestations.
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