Local Ward Caucuses Set Delegates to Algona Convention
Democrats in multiple wards hold caucuses on Sept. 2 and 3 to select delegates for the Democratic supervisor convention in Algona. Chairman notices urge ward residents to attend, with detailed times and locations listed for each ward. The message also covers a political controversy over John G. Smith’s itemized bills, urging public review of the records.
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Court House
Alwome
John G. Smith
Papréabe
Collawsy Techy Domin
Gat Lacy
Byory
Algona
CE. Winnik
Second World
Armory
Skeny
Clim
Third Ward
HU. Higley
W. A. Dutrax
Chin
Yourth Ward
Sheriff's Office
S. C. Christensen
Center School
Frank Titonosos
County clerk salaries spark scrutiny over pay gaps
A local report questions supervisor pay, citing Mr. Smith in Union and Plum Creek townships and comparing his 8252.90 six months to Mr. Chubb’s 8112 annual, suggesting he may earn more than triple the earlier official. The piece argues the public has a right to know what salaries cover.
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Algona
Iowa
Hossyth County
John G. Smith
Idas
Maras Rai
Mar
Alyona
Wayer and Council
Henderson Withdraws From Third District Race
The week’s political sensation is Speaker Henderson’s withdrawal from the Third District race against Horace Boies. He cites a tariff and trust disagreement with Republicans, but public sentiment suggests fear of defeat. Governor Cummins and insurgents are blamed for pressuring the move, with Boies favored to win and Henderson’s exit likely to dampen Republican prospects in the region.
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Cummins
Tom Way
Shaw
Cousins
Iowa Republican
Henderson
Republican State Platform
Billy Mason
Chicago
Mason
Hoo
J. H. Bunk
House
Teatoot
W. B. Mason
Horace Boies
Iowa
Boies
Cumming
Reverends, Roosevelts, and rumors in a paper’s quip
A columnist recalls a preacher praising Roosevelt in a church sermon attracting attention and anger. The piece mocks the preacher’s praise as newspaper vanity and notes controversy over a house sale and political moves. It questions how Hanna and plutocrats might end a coal strike this year.
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Roosevelt
Hanna
Plain Statement From Manson Democrat on Supreme Court Race
A Manson Democrat nominee for supreme court reporter writes that they will remain humble if elected, keep simple attire, and maintain a friendly, inclusive stance with friends and notable figures. They pledge to welcome President Roosevelt to Denison and extend Democratic hospitality, inviting rivals to vote for them if they cannot match their effort.
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Dolliver
Les Shaw
George B. Roberts
Roosevelt
Denison
Sam O'Hare
Roy Caswell
Iowa
Des Moines
Dan Long Sent To Mount Pleasant Asylum For Drink Habit
Dan Long faced arrest on his son’s complaint and was sent to the Mount Pleasant asylum to curb his drink craving. He had recently bought Reyes Dandelion Bitters, claimed whiskey, and was found in a roadside stupor before returning to town for more. A local medicine fakir sold $50 worth of his wares amid community gullibility.
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Dan Long
Mount Pleasant Asylum
Dan
Diverse notes on local people and events in Algona
The column recalls medical advances and public interest in reputable science versus street remedies. It recounts family letters about the late David Carey, a deposed figure facing mining disputes, and a deer escapade near Sheriff McDonald’s courtesy. It notes J. J. Marston at Mt. Pleasant asylum, a marriage of Harry Richardson and Emma Henderson, moves of W. W. Jones, property sales, and regional travel of prominent local residents including Gov. Cummins guests and the Des Moines cruiser launch invitations. It also mentions age and endurance of Alonzo Franklin after a hay stack accident, and Far West land inquiries by Col Spencer and Will Clark, plus visits of Corwich and Leonard parties en route to Ledyard.
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Barntins
D. G. Carey
Butte
Bertha Carey
David Carey
Mr. Sutton
Ana
McDonald
J. J. Marston
Mt. Pleasant Asylum
Marston
Sioux Falls
Inds
Mt. Pleasant
Dan
Hin
Harry A. Richardson
Emma Henderson
Robert Henderson
Riverdale
Richardson
Henderson
Courrier
Chipperfeld
Algona
W. W. Jones
Tola
Kansas
Jones
Iola
McCarkle
Kanawha
Cummins
Franklin
Col. Spencer
Will Clark
Jersey
Lown
Wisconsin
Mr. Clark
Burnet County
Paul
Corwich
Donald
Leonard
Chicago
Ledyard
G. L. Dalton
W. L. Mitchell
Garner
Kossuth County Levy Adopted at September Board Meeting
Official levy for Kossuth County approved by the county board at the September session. The action sets the budget and tax rates for the coming year, detailing assessments and allocated funds for county operations and services. The resolution outlines mill rates and levy amounts approved by the governing body.
Board Proceedings Adjourned Session Tax Levy and Road Actions
Report of the September adjourned session notes tax levy approval and bills allowed. The board reconsidered delaying action on Blackford hill road and decided not to locate the McGregor street extension to the Des Moines river. Mileage and per diem for five members were approved, with amounts for Smith, Barton, Weisbrod, Kunz, and Agren. Adjournment moved and carried.
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Blackford Hill
M. Weisbrod
A. Ogren
TE. Kunz
L. Barton
J. G. Smith
McGregor Street
Algona
Des Moines River
Tid. Kunz
A. Qogren
Jno
G. Smith
Kunz
Weisbrod
Smith
Barton
Agren
Wear
Lost Wire Fence Stretcher Reported For Reparation
A four foot iron bar wire fence stretcher with three short chains a block and screw crank was described as lost. Nearby notes mention money to loan at five percent from A D Chang & Co and a bank offering interest on savings, security for idle funds, and safety boxes for rent. Also advertised are Banigan Arty Duck Boots and Galbraith's Shoe Store boots.
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Norton
County Savings Bank
Galbraith's Shoe Store
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