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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1910
Page
2
Ayona Couvier subscription details list rates for one copy one year in advance and six months in arrears. It notes a post office entry as second class matter and mentions places likely Iowa and Alabama.
A voiced instruction explains voting steps for the upcoming election on Tuesday the 8th of November, stressing simple ballot marking and straight tickets. It urges Democrats to vote, notes Republican fatigue with national leadership, and highlights tariff disputes and shifts toward progressive Republicans, citing a beef price example and tariffs table from European discounts.
A historical note argues that over 175 American manufacturers protected by the Paine Aldrich tariff sell goods cheaper abroad than at home. It recalls Governor Shaw’s admission and a Washington Senate debate in August 1890 between John G. Carlyle and Aldrich, spotlighting the practice and its defense as policy.
The county campaign shows activity mainly around sheriff and treasurer races. Hall and Brunson battle for sheriff with vigorous campaigns and strong local ties, while Anderson and McChesney compete for treasurer with steady touring and public support. Democratic efforts by auditor, clerk, and recorder have been limited, with Mendelson’s recorder bid pressed by work obligations.
The piece assesses candidate activity for county attorney Bonar and others, praises Bonar as a strong county watchdog, and suggests incumbents Heise in the second district and Newel in the fourth are favored for reelection. It notes Bonar’s limited campaigning and that some candidates have not campaigned at all while expressing general confidence in the incumbents.
David Rankin of Missouri is hailed as a premier farmer whose fortune of about 9.5 million arose from soil work. He grew from 60 acres to 34,000, led corn production to a million bushels in 1906, and funded a college with 250,000. He lived in style, supported civic causes, and studied soil, rotation, and fertilization. A separate District suit features Mrs. A C Thomas suing Dr. A C Merriam for 5,000 over alleged unavailability, with the stork timing as dispute’s pivot.
A newspaper note questions Gov. Carroll's inclination to appoint Ex-Judge Kenyon as senator, arguing Kenyon no longer is a current Iowa resident and serves Illinois Central and Jacob Dickinson, amid frustration with railroad attorneys in government and a call to leave the decision to the legislature.
A terse fragment notes a price of fifteen hundred dollars a year linked to a Courier publication and a mention of a tooth related item. The unreadable context implies a subscription or service deal in a historic newspaper snippet.
Evening Tribune editors urge swift restitution for Rev C A Tenny after a grand jury cleared him of serious charges. The article defends a lifetime of upright conduct, church leadership, and citizenship, arguing society must restore his reputation and confidence.
Government plans call for boosting Des Moines River flow during low water by drawing water from a state lake, likely Storm Lake. Storm Lake is said to have 100000 acre feet needed to supply the river, with a canal and locks to regulate flow for about ninety days, increasing river discharge by 60 to 70 percent and aiding commercial use and fishing.
Grace Baird stars in A Small Town Gal a vaudeville style musical comedy with a strong love story and humorous plot. The show combines latest song hits original numbers by Milaird and several pleasing singing and dancing acts. Baird’s exceptionally sweet soprano voice leads with several of her own songs plus material by Howard. Open at the opera house Monday October Sist.
Court record shows several new civil actions including Laura E Sutton against Iowa State Traveling Association and Laura Sutton against Illinois Commercial Men's Association. Other named suits include C Behreng versus Ellen McCowen and C J Schultz against John McCowen and Ella McCowen. Additional entries mention Rosenau, Aug Rosenau, and Packard Machinery with parties including Laura B Sutton and Emma Hamilton among others. Proceedings involve multiple plaintiffs and defendants with various organizational names.
John Hanna of Wayne County and Abe Hanna of Appanoose County visit their brother Thomas in Burt. The Hanna family boasts Civil War service with four brothers in uniform. John and Abe were wounded at the second battle of Bull Run. Abe was counted dead on the field but survived. Judson resides in California. The family’s patriotism is noted.
Esterville Enterprise reports a fatal farm accident three miles southeast of Hoping. James Ramey, 38, a farmer, was injured when a hay fork broke and a load shifted, throwing him under the instrument. Ramey died at 3 PM Saturday after suffering. Victor Ingvall, his hired man, was nearby as doctors attended.
Webster City Herald reports a Sunday prize fight at the west side driving park with about fifty onlookers. One man KO’d in the eighth round and his foe badly worsened. The bout drew seasoned pugilists and sparked concern over lawlessness in the community.
City milkman W H Harrison announces bottled milk will be 14 Guineas per dollar in quarts and 16 quarts per dollar in larger quantities. Sale includes Duroc Jersey and Short Horn bulls, 200 to 300 pounds, offered by M Loebig, Wesley Iowa.
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