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Newspaper

Algona Courier

Location

Algona, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1909

Page

2

Is the silver question dead or not in US trade

Algona Gonvier discusses the continuing silver issue and its impact on international trade. He cites China and India as key silver economies, explains how a silver price drop harms American exporters, and notes figures like John Hays Hammond advocating bi metalism to restore silver's place. He warns about perceptions of Bryanism and suggests future clarity on free coinage.

China India United States England Germany John Hays Hammond Denver Colorado Rocky Mountain James Hill Wade Hammond

Bryan Defends Party Reform Amid Realignment Debates

The piece discusses splitting party lines in Congress with western Democrats and southern Republicans forming a realignment. Bryan opposes new party creation, arguing reformers can still control their parties or cross lines to push reforms. It notes reform-minded Democrats and Republicans, warns against Bryan seeking the presidency again, and reflects on practical politics of the era.

Congress Bryan

Noted man praised yet not suited as party leader

A speaker argues he is too good to be a successful party leader and belongs in the senate rather than leading the party.

Senate

Money in two sacks found with note and no sender

A Sioux City style penny mystery ends with two sacks of pennies totaling 2740 found in a candy pail sent to Chas. Leibsohn from Dysart Iowa. A note reads you are my friend you have this coming. Sender unknown. motives unclear. local press suggests conscience money.

Chas. Leibsohn Express Chas Charlie Johnson Biscuit Co Sioux City Iowa F. Nye Lake Park Buffalo Center Tribune Charles Leibsohn Leibsohn Brothers Itonka Courier Leibsohn Brothers of Titonka Hig |Friend Ag

Conscience contribution unsettled dispute noted

The passage states Leibsohn Bros. may feel better and remain ahead on the conscience deal of $25.15. The Courier was not sent to Leibsohn Bros. unasked and is never forced on anyone. A bill of $2.25 from the conscience contribution of $27.40 remains wholly unpaid.

Leibsohn Bros

Death of John M Kundert veteran of civil war

John M. Kundert died at the home of his daughter Mrs. George Tracy on Saturday evening after years of invalidism. Born November 16, 1828 in Switzerland, he was interred in Stillwater beside his late wife. He served in the Civil War and belonged to the Stillwater G A R post.

John M. Kundert George Tracy Peter Winkel Tracy Switzerland Stillwater Minn Kundert Stillwater G. A. 1 R. Post Jasper Johnson Mayetta Wansus Edward Johnson Henry Nelson Dora Ferrigan Chris Nelson Henry Sexton Baseball North Ridge Fellows Wesley Sexton Clarence Blake Crystal Lake

Those Township Exhibits At Last Year’s Fair Feature

Township exhibits were a highlight with Geo E Boyle as superintendent. A special $120 premium invites townships to apply for exhibit space at the upcoming fair. The first six townships receive $10 to cover expenses, with prizes of $30, $20, and $10 for first through third place. Any product grown or made in the township may be shown. Contact the association secretary or Boyle for space.

Geo. E. Boyle The Association For ‘Space X, Boyle

Special Train to Salt Lake City for G A R Encampment

The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway runs a special train from Faribault Mason City Dubuque and Cedar Rapids to Salt Lake City via Omaha and Denver for the G A R Encampment in August. Departure times vary August 5 and 6 with a 30 day return limit and one day stop in Denver. Low round trip fares available August 5 to 8. G A R members and others may join at regular stops east of Omaha.

Salt Lake City Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway Faribault Minnesota Mason City Dubuque Cedar Rapids Iowa Omaha Denver Fairbault Faribauld A. Miller Chicago

Langdon's Sugar Price and Loan Offer

Sugar is priced at 5.85 per hundredweight at Langdon's. A. D. Carne & Co. announces money to loan at 5 percent interest.

Langdon’s A. D. Cuarne & Co

Rose Grifith set to open City Hotel in town

Local notes report Mrs Rose Grifith preparing to open the City Hotel after renovations by Mr Ferguson. Many residents and nearby visitors are mentioned with brief updates on real estate deals, social calls, travel plans, and community events across Sexton and surrounding areas.

E. BE. Stahl Garner Bancroft Sam Ed Sanbourn Clyde Jos Jackman Germania Hutch Maurice Hicken L. H. Bush Des Moines Northwestern Life Insurance On Chas. A. Molinder McCook Neb Denver Magnous Peterson N. EH. Stone CG. E. Lamb Steiner Bros Armstrong Springfeld Minn Walter Berggren Minneapolis Daniel D. Dys N. BH North Dakota Minnesota

Horses Wanted by S Shoellenbirger Algona Ta

S Shoellenbirger seeks horses year round for purchase from 4 to 12 years old. Will pay as much as any buyer and perhaps a bit more. Contact 233 or visit 202 Elin St Algona Ta.

S. Shoellenbirger Algona, Ta Elin St

Rug Store sale on large room rugs with cuts

The Rug Store advertises a clearance on room size Brussels and Velvet rugs. Empress Brussels 8 ft 3 in by 10 ft 6 in now 12.50, Empire One-Seam 9 by 12 ft now 14.50, Three Monarch 9 by 12 ft now 13.50, Ordo Velvet 9 by 12 ft now 17.50, Arlington Imperial 9 by 12 ft now 31.50, Ventor Wilton Velvet 9 by 12 ft now 29.50.

Empress Brussels Empire Ventor

Watch repair men claim practice over theory

The speaker notes that reading about watch making cannot teach the craft. He asserts that watch work demands hands on practice and years of experience. The business has moved beyond theory and many local customers can testify to their skilled service and guaranteed satisfaction.

British Museum

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