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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1910
Page
2
Algona item shows subscription options and terms with partial wording. Includes postal office filing and vague financial details, mentioning one copy and six months, with unclear dates and locations. No clear events or names besides Algona references.
A series of campaign notices from Iowa residents announces candidacies for local offices including County Treasurer County Attorney County Auditor Sheriff and County Recorder. Names listed include W A Wraitt EJ Van Ness John A Tortine WD Trainee and Jobs M Vinson with counties and towns Algona Whittemore Germania Burt and more.
A editorial urges reforms as Illinois Senator Lorimer’s case prompts confess crimes by state lawmakers. It notes White and Holstian admitting vote-buying, while Lorimer proclaims innocence. The piece argues national public morals are at a low ebb and urges a higher, purer standard.
An Iowa citizen foresees potential bloodshed beyond the ring as Jeffries and Johnson weigh in. In Galveston and other areas whites fear a Johnson victory could trigger race clashes, with reports of armed whites preparing to “shoot and kill” to quell any unrest among the colored population.
The Herald reports a republican speaker recounting efforts for transparent governance. He cites two years of trial on automatic scales by Fairbanks that would have saved the government a million dollars, but says Washington blocked approval and a later scale was shelved in a cellar. He notes a defection of Ret Clarkson signaling a sinking ship for the Republicans.
Mr J W Sullivan, president of the school board, urged consideration of limiting graduation dress to a regulation cap and inexpensive black gown. He noted some families cannot afford three fancy gowns and paraphenalia, while boards elsewhere require uniform dress to avoid extravagance and embarrassment.
The article argues President Taft has been unfortunate in his cabinet selections and faced many annoyances since inauguration. It questions his strength and whether he will seek or win a second term, noting public desire for a stronger White House leader and suggesting Roosevelt’s return remains a possible political logic. It also mentions Gov. Marshall of Indiana’s claim that Taft’s nomination was a Roosevelt scheme and anticipates Teddy Roosevelt’s new course on returning home.
The Dubuque Telegraph-Herald endorses increasing President Taft’s travel allowance beyond the $75,000 annual stipend, arguing the current $25,000 for travel is insufficient to cover his needs. It asserts the request should be granted to enable Taft to attend numerous major league events and fall gatherings, despite Democratic opposition.
The passage mocks President Taft and defends a ship subsidy stance, contrasting Taft’s status with Abraham Lincoln. It notes Democrats’ preference for a simple presidential role in Washington while conceding they may yield to Taft’s demands to “waive objections.” Lincoln's $25,000 salary is contrasted with Taft's elite background.
Missouri’s Champ Clark delivers a forceful speech labeling the Republican Party divided and on the run. He cites the Payne Aldrich Smoot tariff revision as raising prices by about 1.71 percent and notes lumber price hikes and worse terms for cotton goods, accusing the reform of favoring trusts and failing to aid farmers.
Memorial day customs at Milltown New Jersey feature James Townsend decorating his own grave site with a flag and portrait. He bought a monument years ago and now envisions modest remarks on his virtues next year. A Bowling Green Kentucky horse trade case yields a humorous verdict: neither party recovers and each pays own costs. The Kentucky jury calls the dispute a case of hoss and hosa reflecting Blue Grass farm wisdom.
Bishop Morrison argues rising living costs will force churches to consolidate and hire fewer ministers at lower pay, loosening denominational boundaries to foster union. Dr. Kime challenged C. W. Miller to a debate on doctors' trust. Miller prefers writing debates and Kime has accepted, signaling more medical controversy ahead.
Citizens accuse several public men and tariff supporters of ignoring tariff statutes when personal profit is at stake. The remark cites a recent incident involving a Vermont governor detected attempting to smuggle goods for private gain.
The piece rails at smugglers and politicians while praising the Advance for urging higher discourse in public debate. It reflects on the Burt Monitor and Titania Topic and laments disrespect in political discourse. It closes honoring Dr Robert Koch for germ theory and tuberculosis work.
The Democratic state convention has been called to meet at Ottumwa on Wednesday July 27. Kossuth county is entitled to nine delegates.
Springfield Mass Republican notes that Senators Dolliver and Cummins echoed Bryan’s late 19th and early 20th century critiques of Republican leaders aligned with corporations. The piece likens Cummins and Dolliver to Bryan and recalls Bryan’s 1908 claim Roosevelt policies were safer under his watch.
The article profiles Senator Gore of Oklahoma, describing his early life in Mississippi and Texas, his victory over blindness, and his ascent to the United States Senate by age thirty-nine. It notes his partnership with Mrs. Gore, who helps him read and interpret surroundings, and mentions his speaking engagement in Algona on June 28 at 3 p.m. in the Chautauqua.
An obstreperous calf was fed milk from a pail and sucked a boy’s finger, thinking it drew from the maternal font. The calf protested and bit the hand, sending the boy to Dr Malin a few days later with blood poisoning. He received a short treatment and began recovery as the danger subsided.
The Decorah Public Opinion reports West Union plans to coat main streets with a crude petroleum oil containing about forty percent asphalt. Two cars of oil, 15 000 gallons, were ordered last Friday evening, with costs shared equally by city funds and a business men’s subscription fund. Previously dust was controlled by water sprinkling at roughly 500 dollars yearly, a method that proved unpopular. The city aims to ready streets for oil application within a week or ten days and may offer a lesson for Algona on dust control methods.
Algona letters recount Gan beating McArthur's colt record with seven colts trained this spring and four entering in three days. OG. B. Hutchins notes others misclassify him as a farmer while sharing farm progress.
An admonitory column warns against teenage socializing and loose morals, urging strict parental oversight of daughters’ company and curfews. It condemns permissive behavior, citing gossip and social shame, and contrasts with harsher discipline to curb perceived impropriety.
A Fenton reporter notes Monday morning arrivals from Gowa and Burt, nine men including carpenters and painters entering from the depot. The group finds near constant summer work, signaling strong local improvements. An Algona traveler praises the county’s construction activity, saying no place shows more building than Fenton, led by a better country and a prosperous pair.
A historic lament by Author TIntenown recalls a fallen comrade. The verses mourn the dead, honor the widow and orphans, and foresee how time dulls grief while a loyal dog, horse, and a bright orphan boy endure. The speaker vows ongoing tears and respect for the brave.
Ida Grove reports indicate widespread wire worm damage to corn with extensive replanting likely. Seed corn scarcity has officials concerned about yields as high grade seed is unavailable in the county.
W. J. Spillman explains a practical rotation to eradicate quack grass in New England fields. The method targets underground rootstalks by timing plowing and crop sequence, using corn peas oats followed by timothy and clover, with careful harrowing and early hay cutting to prevent regrowth. The plan aims to render quack grass unable to establish next season.
Dunn & Devine of Irvington Iowa guarantee savings on wagons bug gies cattley tillage implements Tow er TM corn plows Deering harvesting machinery and cream separators claiming to have bought goods right and will make the price right. Call and see them.
For sale a 13 room house with modern conveniences including hot water heat a complete bathroom and central location near schools and churches Also offered is a two story business building on a 222 by 185 foot lot plus two connected one story structures The seller says a bargain price for quick sale Apply to W Rowinson Algona Iowa.
An advertisement from W. H. Harrison of Algona Iowa offers castration services for horses and other animals with special care for ridgelings and a money back satisfaction guarantee. The short notice is a plain classified style typical of local pages.
Flax for sale and pond quality stock offered by H F Worster near Algona with a June 10 bid deadline. Also pasture to rent for about 86 head of stock on Gilbride Bros place eight miles northeast of Algona. James Wantep seeking reliable sales help for coffee and tea business in Algona and nearby cities. Contains various incomplete notices and contact cues regarding local commerce.
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