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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1917
Page
7
R. H. Miller, a Algona Iowa druggist, advertises Nyal's Laxacold as a quick remedy for colds. The product is claimed to act on mucous membranes, relieve irritation, open pores, and provide a laxative effect. A pack of 35 tablets costs 25 cents, with the note that local drug stores should carry it.
The Algona column records the W. R. C. meeting date and a roundup of residents' movements. It notes Murtagh buying a Paige six, Edw. Johnson moving to Charter Oak, Dr. OBrien relocating to Emmetsburg, and other misc. life events including travel, business changes, and local church plans.
A poem titled The Elite extols a store display at Mrs Taylor's, praising hats and bonnets for all ages. It describes stylish Paris-direct fashions, welcoming service, and fair treatment for shoppers, claiming Elite as the best for every customer.
West Bend reports Herman Ronnetetter and Henry Rabe left for Kalispell Montana to inspect land prospects and may tour Canada. W E Anlcker visited from Burlington Oklahoma to handle family matters and business. Will enjoys the southern climate, corn planting is complete and improving. Wendell Gartner from Blackwell Oklahoma checked a new well project near Ottosen. The old well drying up caused water hauling for stock and home.
Estherville reports Judge Lee excused every farmer who requested to be dismissed from jury duty, urging farmers to focus on raising the best crop to win the war. The column also advertises $2 glasses at Lusby’s Drug Store, a home-piano tuning offer, and real estate and farm listings in Algona and Fort Dodge, Iowa, plus a wartime tax or rent notice for Drain district.
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