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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1909
Page
4
Thirty five dollars worth of choice hams were stolen from the cellar of Chas Wernert near St Joe last Monday night. The thief used Pat ONeils rig, traced to the editor’s barn after wheel marks led from Livermore to John Tuttles place. Editor and Pat ONeil may be asked to prove an alibi. The barn door stood open on warm nights, suggesting easy access for prior thefts.
The Livermore Gazette prints a nostalgic acknowledgment from editor Miller about his son Karl Miller. It recalls his modest start making his own way from Livermore to the cities, earning respect and a comfortable salary, proving a son can succeed without a father’s wealth. The piece underscores family pride and a modest, wholesome life story.
In sweltering 99 degree heat Estherville on Spirit Lake, C. G. Lindsay and Fred Trevitt rowed eight miles with an anchor dragging. Trevitt reportedly berated the boat house proprietor for not greasing the boat before departure, leaving them exhausted upon arrival.
A Washington Star fragment recalls a local figure in Algona known for influence and wit. It highlights acquaintances, mentions Theodore, Aldrich, and Bennie Tie, with nods to Socrates and historic lore, all conveyed in a casual retrospective voice.
Tickets on sale daily September 15th to October 15th good on personally conducted tours in tourist sleeping cars to the coast without change via the Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line For full particulars write S A Hurchison Manager Tour Dept 212 Clark St Chicago or apply to any ticket agent of The Northwestern Line
Horses wanted year round by S Shoellenbirger I will buy horses aged 4 to 12 years old I will pay as much by any buyer Some people say I pay a little more Algona Ia Phone 238 202 Iktm St
Full blood Aberdeen Angus bulls aged ten months to two years available. Located two miles northwest of Algona at Cedar Lane Farm. For pricing call J F Schoby at Rock bottom prices. phone number 8 on A line.
A Portland to San Francisco travel letter describes Oregon’s resources, the Sacramento Valley, Mount Shasta, and a San Francisco visit. The writer details Golden Gate Park, Sutro Baths, the 1906 quake recovery, and Chinatown experiences including choop soug, josh sticks, and a visit to Mr. Wu Fong. It notes hotel stay at Grand Central Hotel and plans to continue to Los Angeles and the Kossuth County Fair.
A Whittemore crowd gathered Saturday around a catch basin at the old McDonald lumber yard after a pony allegedly fell in. Albert Behnke and Joe Walters pulled up a keg of beer from the drain using a rope and grappling hook, revealing the hoax. Authorities note it is the first recorded case of a drainage catch basin used as a cold storage reveal.
Dr C E Fulton his wife and son of Springfield Missouri narrowly escaped injury in an automobile accident three miles south of this city. A broken drive shaft caused braking failure on a hill leading to a collision with driven horses and a topple into a ditch. The family escaped unharmed aside from a severe jolt and returned to town after the drayman hauled the wrecked car. The machine was shipped to Minneapolis for repairs as the Fultons continued by train.
Edwin Conley reports major improvement after using pulverized lime inhalation for tuberculosis. He began after a failed climate cure and, amid medical supervision, shows regained appetite and energy. local doctors monitor his lungs. Also advertised: rubber tired road wagon $35, phaeton $45, two seated road wagon $30, spring wagons $50. Frank Nicoulin.
President Taft attends Des Moines event September 20 to 25 with over 6000 troops including infantry cavalry and artillery. Excursion rates via Chicago and North Western from September 20 to 24, return by September 27. Details at ticket agents and North Western Lines.
D. Clarke and Company advertise money to loan at five per cent interest. The offer targets borrowers seeking affordable financing and notes terms available through the firm’s offices.
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