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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1912
Page
2
An Iowa weekly notes a St Louis applicant inquiry in court over naturalization. The piece argues federal attorneys in town courts are unnecessary and costly, citing stricter post McKinley laws and judges delaying naturalization for minor misconduct. It questions the need for federal officers inspecting local records.
The Allens gang led by Sidna Allen and Wesley Edwards were captured in Des Moines after a Virginia courtroom murder spree last spring. A Virginia court shooting left a judge dead and several others injured, prompting a long pursuit. The arrest stemmed from a love affair, with claims the Virginia officers were aided by a betrayed lover, though Virginians dispute this version.
Metropolitan press debate on possible U S intervention in Mexico over cross border bullets. Critics call invasion unjust and costly while praising Tafts fairness. The topic sparks condemnation of war talk as dangerous and reckless with potential global contempt and regional hatred. E G Dunn Democratic candidate for governor spoke in Algona last week addressing general satisfaction.
A lengthy column weighs a speech by a Democrat in Algona and praises the audience’s open hearing. It notes Stefansson’s Arctic discovery of a dwarfed tribe near the Mackenzie River, attributed to Scandinavian lineage. Mentions Dr. R. M. Anderson of Forest City and Stefansson’s Chicago and San Francisco movements. Also comments on local papers and political loyalties with critiques of Fred Anderson and Bancroft postmaster Jake Fred.
In Humboldt Independent commentary Wilson aims to defeat Taft while Roosevelt seeks to defeat Taft and disrupt the party. The piece asks which option a truly dissatisfied Republican should support between Taft’s opposition and Roosevelt’s reformist bid.
Wm Leslie, a Democrat, forecasts victory for sheriff in Kossuth County and plans to move to Algona after January 1. Wesley druggist Carl Ree campaigns for Democrat candidates. His rival Hutchins of Algona (Republican) and W H Ketchem (Independent) form a three cornered race. Stephenson advocates a three term limit and distributes a numbered ticket at Sauerkraut Day, while voters debate extending public service.
In a public message, union leaders urge solidarity to set a precedent against third term reelection in county offices, arguing collective action will protect governance and accountability. The statement highlights shared goals of integrity, transparency, and citizen empowerment within the local government.
Mrs James McEnroe, paralyzed last winter, will spend the winter in Waxahachie Texas with her daughter Julia to care for her. She has gained and can walk slowly toward full recovery. Drew of Palo Alto county cut 38 acres of Hax yielding 480 bushels sold for 816 dollars. It brought about 21.50 per acre. J A Lang has won first prize three years driving mare top of her kind and is proud. The Chase-Lister company plays at the Call tonight and tomorrow with reserved seats at Pfame’s Drug Store. Letters: Dell Parker John Cook Rawson Hocks N Sateshel C L Whitney Mrs Mary Kraft Mrs P B Stafford. Emmetsburg baseball in hole 1600 to 1800 dollars. The Chase-Lister company plays all week at the Call. A 40 acre tract near Sheldon sold at 300 per acre. Harry Jenkinson left for Town City to resume studies at the University.
The Algona Advance profiles Mrs. Laidley, a deaf mother of five, abandoned by her husband and weighed by debt. After three years of fighting hardship to keep her home, her funds may soon fail, prompting a distressing political bid for support and stability.
A Louisville Courier-Journal Democrat portrays Taft as a decent president with flaws while blaming Roosevelt for party collapse. The piece argues Roosevelt’s ambition doomed the Republicans, calls for Taft on the Supreme Court, and envisions a tragicomic campaign outcome with Taft leaving the White House.
Mack J. Grover sold 166 head of Shorthorn cattle to W. Ge for 195.55 per head, with the sale described as the beat cattle sale ever in the county. The event drew attention for its high prices and strong turnout at the stock yard.
D A Haggard and M O Rouke left for Manchester to honor the 21st regiment reunion. Frank Taylor returned from New York. Edith Clarke Bertha Call and Lara Watson left for a year of study at Northwestern University. Anisa Paine Tom Henderson Bradley Means and Denison Paine visited Minneapolis for the State Fair. Census items flow in as Julius Kresensky reports a twelve pound boy. Cresco notes a girl for Andrew Mitchell and a boy for John Esser. Mrs Winkel Gaddard Wanders toured Des Moines during Pair week. Des Moines prominence for Paterson, Algona mail agent, passed examination in 32 minutes with 90.23% standing. Dorland elders move to Los Angeles. land valued from 2000 to 11000, to be subdivided. Doctors Sayera Shore plan a four month trip to Northwest via Vanouvers Island and Alaska. A man named Peet, once Ramsey, jailed for a cat crime. Joachim Holtz sold 42 steers for 2282 dollars. Alexander Brown dies at 89. Capt Dodge and wife visit Whittemore. Archie Hutchison and Co sold the C N W elevator to an Illinois purchaser, Hutchison remaining in charge. Dunlap Bros sell 3000 tons hay near Ledyard, profit near 15000 dollars. Algona markets show hogs 4 to 4.25, wheat 40 to 45, oats 16 to 18, barley 2 to 80 cents. Henry Bell of Garfield builds a residence and outbuildings for his son. Local residents plan St Louis trip. Jasperson considers Nebraska relocation.
Geo Call and W L Joslyn returned home this week with many land buyers, joined by visitors from Jackson county. A party including Dr Forbush and family J D Shadle O W and W E McMurray and Dr Gleason plan to start to California on October 4. The two doctors will stay, others hoped to return in spring.
Public notice announces a special election in the Independent School District of Algona Kossuth Iowa on October 4 1919 from 1 pm to 6 pm at the County Superintendent office for voting on bonds not exceeding 15000 to add an annex and equipment to the high school. Howard Beardsley secretary board of directors.
Fragments show salaries and work items for a 19th or early 20th century project. Mentions GENERAL VAND M MOady, Chas McQuaid, RM Ballard, Lou Robinson, Geo Hackman, WJ Cook, Geo WJobneon, Longley & Hoberg, and Quino Llor Co. plus wagon, cement crossbraving, sewer pipe, and street labor costs with small monetary figures.
Bank asset and liability snapshot listing cash items and deposits. Total assets shown as 639,613.46 with various categories like drafts, checks, overdrafts, real estate, and deposits subject to demand and time. Total liabilities equal 683,613.46 with capital and profits outlined.
State bank condition report from Peoples Savings Bank of Inns of Town St Betechat Kossuth County sworn by Martin Rahm President Jos Rahm Vice President and EF Rahm Cashier. The document lists assets liabilities deposits capital and notes the bank’s real estate value and overdrafts. It was sworn before a notary and attested by directors J L Raskopf and J Murtagh.
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