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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1901
Page
2
Uly area readers are informed of subscription pricing for Maonn Courier with one copy for a year in advance and six month options listed, noting rates and terms for local residents.
The Dubuque Telegraph-Herald argues the money question, especially free coinage of silver, is settled for now due to broad Democratic opposition and current prosperity. It criticizes Bryan and his extreme followers for prolonging the issue, warns leaders who ignore changing conditions, and cites Dubuque county voting as a sign of the party’s direction.
The West Bend Journal mocks the Advance agricultural column for telling farmers how to raise cows. It notes Ben Reed and Irv lack farming recall, but praises a cow yielding 200 pounds of butter yearly, arguing the dairy returns exceed costs. The piece sarcastically insults farmers, urging readers to discount the column.
The piece warns that land speculation and homesteading encroach on cattle ranges in buffalo prairies, foretelling a shrinking beef supply and rising prices. It contrasts farmer prospects with wealthy buyers, critiques political bossism in Algona over postmaster choices, and parodies colonial figures while noting Col Henderson’s shipments to Washington and a Telegraph-Herald remark about David’s reception by royalty.
Congressman Conner has ear to the ground on Algona post office agitation. He wrote to Blingham that he heard of the situation and is fully determined to reappoint the current postmaster for another four years. Resolutions of old and new soldiers count little against political schemes of losses. Algona will have little say in the post office decision.
The piece argues England and its institutions face serious peril under a jingoist logic. It claims imperialist zeal demands endless war measures to shield honor, insisting only continued conquest can preserve national prestige despite atrocities.
A 30 acre Seneca area farm is for rent with Gweer providing half of all essentials. The lease runs for a term of years. Contact Hy Conner in Alguna, Tuwa for details.
Geo Mack an implement dealer of Bancroft faced arrest for embezzlement as reported by the Advance. He was jailed then released after a misunderstanding. Mack, currently in Ledyard, has hired Bonar & Fellows to sue for 5000 dollars, alleging damage from the erroneous report and demanding a retraction.
A series of short notes covers land sales in Seneca, including A. L. Cheeney selling a quarter section to L. Salisbury of Burt and Mr. Holcomb of Mason City selling AG acres to Mr. Lamb of Murray County Minnesota for 52 dollars per acre. Also mentioned are a husking machine near town, visiting relatives, a public lecture at M. F. E. church, and local exchanges about Texas investments. Other items note Mike Shea buying J. R. Davis land, S. A. Green shipping goods from Armstrong to Sioux Malls, and various family updates including Mrs. Pride's remarriage and Mrs. Noah moving to Nora Springs.
A Hudson area notice reviews The Minister's Son with praise for its spontaneity and restrained style. It also reports Bonar and Wedows hired in a Webster City legal case, a Plymouth bank robbery, Colonel Cooke’s western hunting adventure, and an assault by Julia Morehouse on Mrs. Wadsley in Fort Dodge.
Money to Joan at per cent offered by A D Cranks & Co. See Queen Alaska overshoe at 11 cents a pair from Galbraith Shoe Store. Rentals sought for farm and house. a 120 acre farm in Seneca township for rent via Sheridan Bros Bancroft Luna. Quack optics warned. consult Dr Ripke on first three days weekly. Leggyzins canvas fashion from Galbraith's. Engagement wedding ring sales by Dingley & Pugh. Farm near Algona to let to a strong couple with few or no children. inquire at this office.
I have two improved farms in Plu Creek township for cash. One is a 300 acre farm and the other is a 280 acre farm. Epwarp Meksron, Sexton, Iowa.
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