29 Jun 1900
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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1900
Page
2
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A critical review of the 1896 Republican platform, arguing the party deceived voters on silver, gold standard, and protectionism. The piece cites McKinley and the Dingley bill, labor unrest, and export dynamics to claim Republicans benefited from external factors and corrupt practices in civil service and imperial ventures. It denounces tariff policy, civil service moves, and isthmian canal plans as self-serving.
Expressions on control of a proposed canal dominate remarks as MecKin Jey Hay and Hanna maneuver. A clerk allegedly inserted the word isthmain for Nicaraguan after leaving the committee, with a $5,000 fee cited. In the convention two canal rings competed, Isthmain prevailing in procedure though Nicaraguan led in resolutions. Weight and references to the South African war frame ongoing debate amid accusations of deception.
A commentary denounces the burden of war taxes on broad business activity. It lists common actions subject to revenue stamps from deeds and telegrams to stock transfers and insurance. It also notes Boer sympathizers at a Philadelphia convention and cites Adams of Humboldt condemning ambulance supporters for the Boers.
The Times-Herald Chicago. The leading republican paper warned that Republicans must be ready to lose New York’s electoral vote after Roosevelt’s nomination. It suggested if Daniels were Gryce’s running mate the GOP could also lose Ohio Illinois Wisconsin and Michigan.
Elliott Danforth of New York is proposed as a splendid vice-presidential candidate for the Democrats.
The article notes Quay of Plum Tree fame was denied a seat in the U S senate while Taylor of Kentucky faces an indictment for murder and is a fugitive from justice. It laments that men of such character were honored, suggesting the Republican party wanes while the empire thrives.
For President William Jennings Bryan of Nebraska and Vice President David Bennett Hill of New York, the ticket is hailed as having magic and victory, signaling strong support and a bold campaign message.
Ernest Wheelock, longtime Almora resident and former stenographer for General Merritt, writes on the Philippines. He argues U S rule is maladministration, cites broken promises, and reports martial law abuses, taxation increments, and ongoing danger from small bands. He calls for civil government and limits on the army, urging a public lecture.
About 41 Algonians including the ball team traveled to Corwith on Tuesday to face their town's team. Algona won 11 to 5 as Corwith bettors lost $200. Stitz Way of Wesley and Postmaster Duff of Britt backed Corwith. Our lads led 1-0, then 5-2 by the fifth, and finished 11-5 after trading runs.
Mrs Ross aged 100 will celebrate her birthday on August 15. She is mother to twelve children and grandmother to one, with great grandchildren married. A native of Scotland she came to America at 88 and has witnessed the 18th, 19th centuries and may see the 20th. A public reception and testimonial were sought for her centennial. Also noted is Wantup a strong honest boy to learn the tin trade.
Miller makes your water keep time. The Fair Store advertises a 15 percent discount on all Tan Shoes. Herman Rantzow of the Boston Lunch Bum invites people visiting Whitemere to celebrate the Fourth and enjoy lunch or refreshments at his place.
News of the week reports Whitman’s marriage last night and notes the death of Mrs. Dooms at Jiu Verne. A riding matinee featured Tremaino Coombs and Curtis with Dr. Kenefick out. Banjo the pacer, trained by Geo. Hunter, broke in heats and finished behind Tremain, Coombs, and Hunter with increasingly faster times.
The Courinr offers sincere congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Whitman after a wedding at the groom’s residence. Rev. Suckow officiated for the union with Mrs. S. M. Philips from Franklin New Hampshire as the bride. The groom, long a widower, is praised as honest and loving, having cared for his children for eighteen years.
Mrs. Rebecca Ross Deems died Tuesday after partial paralysis lasting about two and a half years. Born May 16, 1821 in Muskingum County Ohio, she married Isaac Deems in 1849 and lived in Illinois, then Iowa near TuVerne. She was mother to thirteen children, grandmother to I. M. Mowell, and transferred church membership among M E and Baptist churches before ending with M E. Funeral was held with Rev. Artimun officiating. about seventy five relatives and friends attended.
Mr Wa Eblers sustained a serious injury last Saturday evening when he was viewing the terrace construction of his new home. While he looked up, a carpenter swept debris from the upper story, striking him. He is described as wounded by the accident.
A man was struck in the eye by a small pine board fragment, fell unconscious and convulsed, requiring morphine to calm him. He suffered a severe headache through the weekend, with partial sight returning by Monday. He then traveled to Mason City for an eye specialist consultation.
Mrs Irrank A Ross of Capital Ave Des Moines sister of Mrs Ingaisbe Riverdale township. She was returning from Chautauqua Park when an open car started suddenly at Thirteenth and Grande Ave throwing her onto brick pavement injuring back and head. Dr Ryan found no bone fractures but bruises. She was delirious several hours, now resting easier and hopes for no permanent injury.
The North Kossuth Fair Association schedules races on their Bancroft track July 3 and 4 with a Burt versus Wesley baseball game. Events include half mile and three-quarter mile runs, $100 purses, a gentleman driver trot or pace, mule race, and various short dashes and novelty races for both days.
The Rt. Rev. Theodore N. Morrison of the Episcopal diocese of Iowa will conduct his annual visitation on Monday at 8 o clock pm at St. Thomas church where he will preach. Five candidates will receive confirmation. Assisting priests include the rector and Rev. S. B. Hanger of Mason City. The Bishop will be hosted by Rev. and Mrs. Parry-Thomas and by Mr. and Mrs. Geo EB Clarke during his stay.
A Fort Dodge report says Roy Petersmier, a boy near Fonda, was accidentally killed when he fell onto a pitchfork leaning on a haystack. Tines pierced his side and armpit. he pulled free and crawled away before dying as his father arrived.
Sale offers a complete J I Case threshing machine, Port Huron Star engine and water tank with tools. Bargain price for cash or time. Call at Bohn restaurant or address Thea Bohn St Benedict Iowa.
For Sale Cheap second hand covered delivery wagon and a good restaurant and boarding house business in Algona for sale. Also buy children’s shoes at the Fair Store. Low excursion rates to Cincinnati and Charleston with sale dates in July. inquire via Chicago and North Western Railway agents for ticket limits and final return dates.
Town Central advertises an excursion to Colorado Utah South Dakota and Wyoming departing July 7 and returning August 1. Fare plus two dollars covers a round trip with tickets valid to October 1. Contact Barry G, Plaud Ay, Marshalstown Iowa for full information or coupon tickets.
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