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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1917
Page
13
A formal Algona editor recalls 1876 Iowa farm life in Adair County. He describes hauling corn to Creston for 10 to 12 cents a bushel, selling hogs at 2 to 3 cents, buying coal by the ton, and relying on timber for fuel. He notes long drives, sparse sugar, and simple bread and meat.
The article criticizes a string of farmers schemes as largely money making for promoters. It flags the non-partisan league active in the south half of the country, claiming it will eventually push farmer welfare through legislation. Citing 500 Ford cars and many solicitors, it urges caution about political entanglements and paid membership fees. Cooperation needed for public improvements is noted, but politics and pay for privilege are viewed skeptically.
Red Cross notes announce evening dressings classes this week on Monday Tuesday and Friday from 7 30 to 9 80 with next week to be arranged. An afternoon class meets Wednesday at 2 pm and on Monday Wednesday Friday from 2 to 4 pm. Ladies should bring apron knife orange wood stick ruler notebook pencil and paste board box for dressings.
In Civil War Times a writer compares Civil War troops with today’s recruits. He notes early Iowa regiments lacked barracks, using empty halls or tents at rendezvous. Later barracks were sparse and inferior, highlighting improvements in current cantonments.
A week ago Sunday night Emil Anderson east of town was struck by a boat on a passing auto. The boat blocked the car rear and struck Anderson in the chest, bruising him badly. The auto occupants from Graettinger were Ralph Moses and another person from Emmetsburg. sheriff Nevison traced them by license and the Emmetsburg party will pay the bill.
Davenport Iowa October 27 Scott county with 70000 people and 65 percent of German birth or descent surpassed its Second Liberty loan quota of 5094000 by 500000 with 10000 subscribers. Farmers in the county subscribed one million and a Davenport syndicate of local men subscribed another million, many of whom are German born or of German descent.
The minister will deliver a Sunday sermon titled The Triumphs of the Book and in the evening present a Message from Dunbar with a short life sketch and readings from his poems. Dunbar, known as a popular people’s poet, is highlighted for an engaging program.
Algona High School notes report Dr. Hanson spoke twice last week on football, praising North High and outlining Algona’s weak points. A 0 0 draw with Fort Dodge followed, and Algona plans a hard game at home against Emmetsburg. Preliminary contest results list finalists in Dramatic Oratory Humorous categories. Juniors hosted a varied program. personal notes mention illnesses, rides, and a student’s arm injury.
The Milwaukee railroad faces a $25,000 damage suit in Federal court at Sioux City. Heirs of Rev. Nissen and Rev. Day, with Hawarden lawyers, sue over a death caused last summer when a train struck Rev. Nissen, his wife and daughter, and Mrs. Nissen's father at Milford. The case is expected to draw attention.
The Courier notes that despite war and high prices, current delinquent tax lists are much shorter than in 1892 when a full page in fine type carried the list. This year’s list is printed elsewhere in the issue, showing a notable decline.
Last Friday Burt business men and nearby farmers raised 147 for the Red Cross. A farmer named H. J. Bacon reportedly gave 30 dollars to support the relief effort in the community.
Algona and Humboldt Independent report Kossuth County sold about one third of its Second Liberty Loan Bond quota. County communities appear hesitant on candidates while bond purchases lag, signaling funding shortfalls and local election dynamics.
Carroll C. Crane son of Mrs A L Crane joined the United States Marine Corps at Detroit Michigan last June and has qualified as a marksman. He earned the coveted medal and extra pay after successful training and shooting trials at Port Royal and other island camps where he learned the Springfield 20 and advanced marksmanship techniques under personal instruction.
Mr and Mrs W E Gourley celebrate the arrival of a baby girl last week at Corwith. The newborn adds a $200 exemption to Ed Gourley’s income tax, a happy note for the family as reported by the Corwith Hustler.
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