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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1903
Page
2
Democratic County Convention to Select Delegates in Algona
The Democrats of Kossuth County meet in Algona on Wednesday June 17 1903 at 10 am to elect delegates to the State convention in Des Moines June 2 1903 and to handle other business. Representation is one delegate per precinct and one per fraction of ten votes cast for Burke secretary of state in 1903. Precincts listed with delegates and committeemen, urging caucus elections and representation. IM. Finnell, Chairman County Central Com.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kossuth County
Mead
Algona
Des Moines
Burke
Sommitteemaan
Del
Lfona
B. Winkie
Bulkalo
IM. Finnell
County Central
Democratic Caucuses in France to Choose County Delegates
The Democrats of France will hold a meeting at St. Benedict at d o'clock p m Saturday June 43 to select delegates for the County Convention. G B Dupwia is chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Caucuses
Democrats of
France
St. Benedict
G. B. Dupwia
Chm
An Unfortunate Condition in County Politics
A political column voices concern over Republican dominance and caucus practices. It accuses unprincipled candidates of shameless maneuvers to secure nominations, notes bribes lure Democrats, and warns reform may be slow as people fail to grasp the system's evil.
Proposed Black Exodus Run by Secret Boston Society
A Boston report describes a secret group planning a Black exodus from the south to northern states and western lands. The plan envisions 5000 emigrants landing in Boston by July first, with aims to depopulate southern areas and resettle in agricultural and mining regions, raising questions about feasibility and race tension. Some propose government colonization abroad or to Liberia or Haiti as alternative solutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
South
Hayti
Liberia
Color and race in self government debate from the South
The text argues that removing the colored population from the South would reduce racial friction in self government and make the problem easier, though not solved. It contends that wherever blacks are supreme they must win on merit, implying a future where merit governs outcomes regardless of race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
There Are Rascal Democrats and Republican Rascals
A reprinted Algona Republican editorial denounces corruption in both parties. It argues party government is needed but not corrupt factions. The piece cites Addicks in Delaware, Quay in Pennsylvania, Missouri corruptionists, urging voters to turn the rascals out and defend Kossuth county’s good name amid looming local legislative representation scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church
Ond
Addicks
Delaware
Quay
Pennsylvania
Missouri
Algona
Starr
Kossuth County
County Convention Urges Repeal of District Supervisor Plan
In Carroll county a democratic convention unanimously adopted a resolution urging the board of supervisors to repeal the district division and elect supervisors by the vote of the entire county. The group argues the old plan is better and that officials should be responsible to all residents rather than a single district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll County
Board of Supervisors
Waianae
Peace era dangers from war engines strike ships
The article warns that war engines threaten life even in peace and cites a recent Iowa ship discharge causing damage and loss of life. It adds France reports dynamite bombs in Cherbourg harbor set off by an electrical storm narrowly spared a large passenger steamer. It notes that Christian energy is not always used for good.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
France
Cherbourg
Teddy
Tariff Surplus Criticized As Treasury Swells
The passage claims the United States keeps millions in the treasury due to high tariffs. By May end the surplus stood at thirty one million dollars and is projected to reach fifty million by June. The author denounces presume corruption as congress revisits appropriations to withdraw funds, maintaining a vicious fiscal cycle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Post Office Fraud Exposures Shake Roosevelt Era
The recent revelations show bribe takers, defaulters, contract swindlers and grafters in the post office department. It urges prompt removal of the rascals and hopes the public will act next year to expose and oust them, contrasting with Grant era scandals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post Office Department
General Grant
Life Logs by Food and Tornado Grow Unusually Big
Fragmentary report notes deaths in Topeka Kansas and Kansas City with a smaller toll at Des Moines amid discussions of rising catastrophe. The piece presents a sweeping, non-specific account of deadly events and their spread across Midwestern cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Kansas
Kansas City
Des Moines
Tornado Hits Gainsville Alabama Death Toll Rises
Humber. Addon Monday last a tor nado at Gainsville Alabama caused the death of about 200 people. The property loss at all the places named and at other places has been enormous. The caprice of the atomat seems to be abnormal this spring and its results very serious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Humber
Gainsville
Alabama
Republicans pledge to back Democratic nominee if Haggard wins
Staid Republicans arrive at the office declaring readiness to sign a pledge to support the Democratic nominee for representative and the full Democratic ticket at the next election if Haggard secures the Republican nomination. They condemn last Tuesday's proceedings and call for a party cleanout, deeming Clarke-Saggard politics nauseating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Representative
Haggard
Algona Republicans Skip Roosevelt Visit for Local Duties
Algona residents chose local caucus duties over a Fort Dodge trip to see President Roosevelt. Many stayed home, saving about 10 dollars instead of spending 8 dollars, signaling the community’s preference for local political engagement over the presidential visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Dodge
Roosevelt
Port Dodge
Editor Starr backs candidate amid family ties in paper
Editor Starr disclosed his duty to support Haggard due to family ownership of the U D M Republican but asserted property influence did not steer his vote. He cast it for Sayers at the caucus, showing conscientious independence and earning credit for integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Starr
Haggard
Sayers
Hancock county convention endorses Stitz Way for party expansion
The Hancock county convention passes a resolution endorsing Hon. 8. X. Way of the State Central Committee from the 10th District for enlarging the Republican Party’s membership and usefulness. The body cites Wesley township last Tuesday as evidence of the party’s broadened reach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hancock County
Stitz Way
X. Way
State Central Committee
10Th Dist
Campaign claims clash over Haggard vote in townships
The Rep misstates that Haggard won a commitmentary vote in Irvington township where he did not live. Neighbors historically opposed him, with names like Dodge Paxon Starks noted. Charley Best concedes that Sayers would have won Second Ward without the Fourth Ward compromise which released a large floater contingent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haggard
Irvington Township
Happard
Irvington
Puth
Sherman Township
Dodge
Paxon
Starks
Charley Best
Hagward
Sayers
Six fights at Wesley reflect strong county Republican majority
The article notes six fights at Wesley on account of the caucus Tuesday as a result of a large Republican majority in the county. It argues candidates chase nominations because they feel certain of election, and this drives excessive effort to secure nominations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley
Editors and Statesmen Rally To Move The Load
Stitz Way described as an editor and statesman with a mission and without a muzzle. Ben Reed depicted as an editor and statesman with a muzzle and without a mission. When both join forces the effort must advance or a trace will burst.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stitz Way
Statesman
Ben Reed
Editorial on Cor ruption in Missouri and Elsewhere
A. D. M. Representative weighs in on corruption in Missouri and elsewhere, with timely remarks but a local Algona misalignment. The piece critiques broader graft while missing the intended Algona context.
Democrats to Hold Caucuses for County Representation
The Democrats plan county caucuses to ensure precincts are represented at the convention on the 17th. Despite dreary weather, the duty should not be neglected.
Ward Election Votes Raise Questions After Caucus
At a fall general election in the Viret Ward 106 Republican votes were cast. In Tuesday’s caucus 161 votes were recorded, though 28 ballots cannot be located and verified by officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Viret
Sayers hailed as clean and honorable after campaign
Friends praise Dr Sayers for entering and leaving the campaign without fault and express hope for better weather following last Tuesday's turmoil.
Haggard Ahead in Algona Delegates Vote
The Algona convention race shows Haggard likely to secure a Republican nomination with 66 votes needed. Candidates Sayers and Haggard split Fourth Ward delegates to avoid contest, while voters moved from money influenced campaigns. Ward tallies show Haggard leading in First and Second Wards and trailing Sayers in the Third.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Algona
Dr. Sayers
Sayers
Haggard
Estimated Strength of Local Candidates
An estimate of candidate strength is given for several wards and areas. Haggard in First Ward and Second Ward, Fourth Ward, and Buffalo Irvington Ladyard are listed with approximate support levels, reflecting a near-calcualted assessment across districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haggard
Buffalo
Irvington Ladyard
Portland
Political graft trial details reveal coerced affidavit and arrests
An Algona district report recounts an incident where Gardner Cowles allegedly offered $25 to Dailey for work, with Hutchison and others present. The affidavit claimed Dailey was approached on June 1 and offered money, leading to disputes about intoxication and credibility. The court discharged Dailey, citing lack of evidence as witnesses faltered. The piece critiques widespread local political corruption and cites various towns in a harsh assessment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Clark
Archie Hutchison
Melzar Haggard
Charley Nolte
Charley Datley
Hutchison
Gardner Cowles
Dailey
Cowles
Wade
Dalley
Squire Raymond
M. Dalley
Cowles & Murtagh
Melgar Haggard
Mr. Cowles
McFadden
Fourth Ward
Chica- Burts
St. Louis
New York
Philadelphia
Harrison
Algona
Ledyard
Union
Memorial Day Exercises Dull Yet Praised By Community
Memorial Day events drew a large crowd despite weather and farmwork, but the program felt too long. Commander Chubb presided, Adjutant Shelly read orders, Rev. Anderson gave the invocation, Miss Laird read Lincoln's Gettysburg, B Hutchins spoke on the Unknown Dead, Miss Pike recited on a New Orleans race, and a perfect flag drill delighted all. Music interludes accompanied the lengthy program before noon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opera House
Chubb
Shelly
Rev. Anderson
Ethel Laird
Lincoln
B. Hutchins
Miss Pike
New Orleans
Holmes
Corrupt Methods Reported In Local Election Case
The text details alleged corrupt practices by Jon Roberts and Whitson who traveled to Minnesota to influence an election, leaving their country for their own ends. It notes Mrs Whitson’s removal and later reunion with her father and husband after they admitted receiving ten dollars and expenses. It also mentions an affidavit by Charley Dalley aimed at discrediting Gardner Cowles to help Sayers, tied to an election day scheme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jon Roberts
Whitson
Mankato
Minnesota
Old College
Roberts
Charley Dalley
Gardner Cowles
Sayers
Local speaker captivates audience despite brief address
The audience bore with him as he spoke nineteen minutes and kept listening to the end. In the afternoon cemetery exercises proceeded as usual, with the crowd well entertained by the brief but lively talk.
Card of Thanks for Memorial Sunday and Day
G A J Card of Thanks expresses gratitude to the generous public who assisted in Memorial Sunday and Memorial Day exercises. The message is sent by the Commander of Jas C Taylor Post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. C. Taylor
A Happy Wedding at St Benedict Church Prairia
John A Earl of Beaver Dam Wisconsin married Della Aman daughter of Mr and Mrs V rank Aman of Prairie last Tuesday morning at St Benedict church. Ceremony officiated by Father Erdman. Brothers and sisters of the couple stood with them. After the ceremony guests gathered at the bride’s parents home for feasting. The couple will reside in Wisconsin after this week, with best wishes from St Benedict and the community. The Courier joins in sending news to Kossuth county weekly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prairia
John A. Earl
Beaver Damm
Wis
Della Aman
Vrank Aman
Prairie
Frank
Kate Kart
Wisconsin
St. Benedict
Kossuth
Bit by a Dog Attacks Man Near Irvington
Winnie Scott and his brother John were traveling by livery near the old Dutton place south of Irvington when a dog attacked Winnie. A large shepherd bit him five times on the leg, then twice on the other leg before the dog owner could call it off. Winnie required a physician and bed rest after the incident. Local notice mentions the dog’s prior bite and calls for its destruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnie Scott
John
Livermore
Dutton Place
Irvington
Joe Pranks
Winniie
Shepard
Ming
Frankl
Winnie
Bowyers Glasses and Plymouth Rock Eggs Offer
J. M. Mooner of Algona area advertises Bowyers glasses at 25 cents per dozen eggs and 1.75 dollars per hundred for incubators. Northwest of Algona.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Mooner
Algona
Sheet Music Orders Invited at Adam's Express Office
Miss Etta Klingler lists orders for all kinds of sheet music available at Adam's Express Office or at House, inviting patrons to place requests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adam's Express
Etta Klingler
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