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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1916
Page
3
Voters wrestle with registration rules after auditor of state clarifies that those who voted in June need not re register, while newcomers or non registrants must. Algona bears a hefty cost for the law, pegged at no less than $500, as critics urge repeal of what they call a foolish measure.
A Buffalo expresses doubt that World War I raises crime in the United States. F Emory Lyon, head of the American Prison Association committee on discharged prisoners, argues war dulls reverence for life and fuels crime. The writer counters that US lawlessness stems from domestic issues like education, religion, and legal process, not the European conflict.
A fragmented report on infantile paralysis notes New York outbreaks and the discovery of the disease germ by Dr Edward Rosenow of Mayo Foundation. The piece explains that identifying the germ does not cure, but guides serum development and further research using animal testing.
The article notes researchers locating the infantile paralysis germ in tonsils and suggests tonsil removal may prevent the disease. Dr Roge reports children with removed tonsils recovered quickly and avoided paralysis, but warns against indiscriminate tonsil removal and urges medical guidance.
Joseph H. Choate, former ambassador to Britain and longtime leader of the American Bar Association, lauds Wilson's wartime policies in the Review of Reviews January 1915. He argues neutrality can coexist with friendship to all belligerents, enabling consultation with warring powers and shaping peace terms to prevent militarism. He cites Wilson’s message and war and navy department reports as proof of federal readiness for self defense and suggests the United States could become mistress of the seas and a guardian of universal peace.
The writer warns that Wall Street interests back opposition to Mr. Wilson, saying defeat would force repayment with interest or worse. He denounces demagoguery and argues the president’s record is strong, reflecting a truly great character after hours of talks at Wilson’s summer home.
Reports from June and September 1915 praise President Wilson as war neared, lauding his steadiness, wisdom, and independence. The Minneapolis Journal commends his calm handling of duties and statesmanship. The Minneapolis Tribune notes critics suggesting alternatives that could have harmed neutrality and national honor.
Ex Governor Samuel J. Van Sant of Minnesota lauded President Wilson on June 22, 1915, calling him the man of the hour as world war rages. He praised Wilson for pursuing peace while asserting American rights and warned war could follow.
The Tribune is described as a Republican paper with a Republican editor who supports GOP nominees and opposes Democrats who seek Republican office. It vows to continue this line under current management while the editor wields influence.
Ackley World quotes Charles FE Hughes on suitability for higher office and urges local agricultural editors to address the curious solidungulate hog. The piece mocks political pretensions and calls for practical farming discussion over sensational commentary, noting rare hogs shown at fairs and seeking origins and peculiarities of this swine breed.
Idaho Governor issues a letter asserting Meredith had no involvement in any shady land transaction in the state. The expose by The Homestead is criticized as superficial and misframed.
The piece argues that women who voted in California, Colorado, or Oregon seek Massachusetts registration and voting rights by federal constitutional clauses. It notes a Webster County nonpartisan appeal for J. R. Files of Fort Dodge for Congress, praising his recent Wesley speech as potentially the best political address heard.
News from multiple states shows growing backing for Wilson. Victor Murdoch of Kansas, a Progressive candidate for president, backs Wilson as J W Dawson of Charleston West Virginia withdraws from Hughes ticket. Buffalo Bill, formerly a Republican, also backs Wilson and warns Hughes cannot ride Woodrow. A Republican win could embroil the nation in war. supporters urge peace and national sanity.
In a wartime exchange, Theodore Roosevelt declares the Kaiser a murderer and calls for hanging. Mr. Hughes notes Roosevelt and T are in perfect accord on the matter.
Ackley World reports Iowa sets a statewide record with 22,955 marriages and 3,184 divorces last year. Polk County Des Moines leads in divorces with 479, Woodbury 246, Black Hawk 129, Warren 3. counts across counties show wide variation in matrimonial activity.
A letter from Idaho Governor G Haines to E J Meredith explains state irrigation board actions on the West End Twin Falls Irrigation Company. It honors Meredith for protecting investors, notes past Chicago bond house failure, and states that conditions are improving with eventual reimbursement for investors. Governor Haines and Moses Alexander praise Meredith’s honesty and support.
The Bugle editor narrowly escaped injury when a pistol shot shattered the office window. A town marshal, reportedly practicing shooting at dogs, fired a bullet that passed close overhead. The incident raises questions about liability for the damage and the marshal's conduct on a Saturday night.
Congratulations flow for Edward Kunz as his wife gave birth Saturday morning to a son, the couple’s second boy, joining two boys and three girls. The newborn and mother are reported to be doing well as friends in Algona share good wishes and pride.
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