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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1914
Page
2
The piece discusses Boer resistance to British rule in South Africa and the call by leaders like Christian DeWett for renewed fight for freedom. It notes lingering resentment over conquest, the liberal but imposed governance, and predicts likely suppression once England eases from the European conflict.
The Courier recalls a November 8 1589 frontline parsing election cheer from Algona, noting Lund and Lantry gains, Hubbard figures, and a push to purge party rings. It mentions a snow event in Estherville, social banquets, a death from cancer, and local business chatter while Adventists note officers and suspicions of misconduct. It also hints at a growth in Estherville and newspaper diversification for the area.
A Minneapolis turf exchange swindle lured James L Green with a fake betting room and a $5,000 draft. He believed he could win $15,000 and sought funds from Geo W Hanna, delivering security on land to back the draft. The scammers fleeced him. Green later helped identify suspect Dixon, who was arrested but bonded out and later pursued. Detectives recovered progress. hopes remain Green will recover his loss and criminals face penalties.
Notice to three individuals that on December 12 1910 the Kossuth County Iowa Treasurer sold Lot 5 Auditor's Plat SW 17 95 98 27 West of 6th P M to E F Rahm for delinquent taxes. Rahm holds Certificate of Purchase. redemption expires 90 days after service. Dated St Benedict Iowa October 21 1914.
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