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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1910
Page
2
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The Advance criticizes Democratic tactics while defending a balanced ticket across Algona and the north end. It notes McChesney’s claimed Algona candidacy versus Lone Rock roots, and argues Sheridan Hall and Anderson cover the north end, leaving Democrats not fearing location fears.
The article accuses affluent tariff supporters of evading duties, citing Mrs Adriance of Poughkeepsie and her Florence necklace purchase. It notes Adriance’s prominence as a factory owner and banker, and describes officers searching arriving passengers for this $8000 necklace while she allegedly denies possession.
The article notes that a few wealthy offenders are fined five thousand dollars for smuggling, including Mrs Adriance and banker Hiram B Lyon who carried necklaces in pockets or trunks. It contrasts harsh penalties for luxuries with tariff relief for the poor’s necessities.
The text argues that Theodore Roosevelt and progressives adopted democratic ideas on campaign finance and accountability. It notes Roosevelt's 1908 stance on publishing contributions and his 1910 Osawatomie plank demanding public accounting before and after elections. It claims progressives appropriated Democratic principles and challenges them to join the party they emulate.
The trial for Gov Carroll on the criminal hbel charge is scheduled for next Monday though postponement rumors circulate. A strong legal team represents both sides with Downie guiding the prosecution and C O Dowell and Jerry B Sullivan among supporters of the governor. The defense includes Mose Cohen J M Parsons and A Parker, a noted Spencer practitioner. The case promises a very interesting courtroom contest.
Lee O Neill Browne, once charged with bribery in the Illinois legislature and twice tried then acquitted, runs for reelection amid active campaigning. Many suspect guilt despite acquittal, arguing public honor and morality should guide votes. opponents urge defeating him unless guilt is proven beyond doubt.
Roosevalt's western tour is described as epoch making with revolutionary speechifying and a push to elevate a progressive faction within his party, signaling no retreat from a national reform agenda despite garbled text.
The piece argues that a Roosevelt led progressive ticket in 1912 could split the GOP, fueling Democratic gains as public demand for law enforcement grows. It cites ten Chicago meat packers indicted for restraint of trade, suggesting wealthy defendants may resist conviction but that the case exposes methods and nudges millionaires toward legality. Roosevelt shifts toward a more democratic stance, while face-offs with Lorimer and Schmitz highlight evolving political morality.
The socialist Milwaukee mayor Siedel refuses to welcome Roosevelt or appear with him in public, causing a chain of reactions as Teddy declines to dine with Senator Lorimer and Browne is acquitted of buying votes. The reporter notes sharp, hard-nosed political exchanges and ongoing tensions.
The Kossuth county GOP, strong in the north, fears mistrust within its ranks as candidates and the county organization meet to plan the campaign. Despite a solid bloc north of the Milwaukee road, no Republican candidate is chosen there this year, while southern Republicans are eager to fill offices.
Thirteen candidates gathered in Bancroft last Thursday to map campaign strategy for the northern part of the county. The gathering was described as a notable honor for the north two thirds and aimed to strengthen Republican efforts there.
A fragmented report shows Maine electing a Democratic governor and several Democratic congressman. The text references federal agriculture cost data for Iowa farmers, noting annual expenditure on fence posts and soil coatings, but the details are garbled.
The department of agriculture has made a special study of practical methods of preserving farm timbers to inform interested inquirers how to do this for themselves.
W J Bryan in Lincoln Nebraska notes Maine’s Democratic victory including two of four congressmen governor and legislature and sees national significance. He says Vermont returns indicate a revolt against Republicans is nationwide and could yield a Democratic majority in the next Congress.
A fragmentary verse piece wonders who can fathom the fairy grace and glee of a baby's face. It describes the warmth, charm, and healing power perceived in a infant's smile, comparing it to velvet skin and a spring balsam of the heart. The quatrains mix affectionate imagery with reverent tone, ending on the spell of a baby's touch.
The Bancroft Register notes Bro Hinchon of the Courier visiting on Saturday as part of city discourse about Alinchon. The piece mocks the 1910 tall republican styles, calls for evaluating Hindon’s editorials, and hints at political hypocrisy before confirming acceptance of viewpoints pending future editorial proof.
Obituary notes Mrs Wendel Gartner died August 31 after giving birth to a daughter born August 21 1872 at St Joe Iowa and a long life with husband Mathias Gartner seven children. Funeral held September 3 at Blackwell Catholic church. A separate accident near Blackwell involved a car falling off a temporary bridge. C E Sheron injured with a sprained back while other occupants escaped with minor injuries.
A Sunday auto accident three miles west of town involved H. J. Newel and his young son Clarence with three water system workers. They were driving north along the road where a county drain crosses when the vehicle rolled over, though the incident was described as very fortunate with no serious injuries.
Tom Vallie s eight year old son Lester Vallie of Sea township was kicked in the abdomen by a horse while tickling its feet with a weed Friday forenoon. The injury was serious with hopes of recovery fading then. By yesterday he was reported improving and the danger seemed past, but later the boy died and was buried last Sunday, much to the Vallie family s grief.
Notice states the firm Dunn and Devine dissolves with Mr Devine retiring. The business will be continued by Mr Dunn who will pay all claims and accounts owed to the firm. All debts are payable to Mr Dunn. Irvington date September 10, 1910. Also sale notice for horse and buggy by O J Schultz Lone Rock.
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