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Newspaper
Algona Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1900
Page
2
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Auditor Weaver hesitates to receive the ironclad bond demanded from Carnahan's tax ferret company, noting the bond's extreme forfeiture of 3000 dollars for any contract violation. He cites the need for distance and business time, while the board weighs risk to the county and public sentiment for an examination of tax collection fairness.
The state executive council on Monday reduced the state tax levy to 2.6 mills. Legislature authorized additional levies for special purposes bring the total levy to 3.8 mills. Last year the levy was 8 mills. Statewide total taxable property has increased by over 19 million dollars.
Mu Gilbertson of Forest City was nominated for treasurer and Ole O Roe named as one of the presidential electors at large. The selections reflect broad support for Scandinavian voters and appreciation from Republicans for their loyal service to the party.
The Republican state convention at Des Moines last week endorsed McKinley's administration and the national platform. Local matters are the focus beyond that. Gov. Shaw's administration is approved, with dedicated paragraphs for late Senator Gear and for Minister Conger.
A Des Moines convention ticket draws wide GOP backing, praised as solid and attack resistant. The piece notes support beyond party bosses, while predicting broad cross‑sectional turnout for the Republican slate.
Ambiguous remarks from Governor Shaw suggest he will fill the late state senator seat promptly after Gear’s death. The stance signals a possible quick nomination, but public and political reaction casts doubt on the timing and motive, with critics urging careful selection and adherence to law.
Denison Review complains of coldness among northern delegations toward southern candidacies. References to Judge Church candidacy in Kossuth county show mixed support, with Arst ballot results and subsequent votes indicating efforts to back Church.
The piece argues that the silver coinage issue will dominate the 1900 election, outweighing imperialism. It cites The Des Moines Leader criticizing Bryan, warns that electing Bryan would harm American business and workers, and asserts once free coinage is pursued the damage can’t be undone.
A London style dispatch notes anarchist mobs hate good kings and fear bad ones. It cites a Patriot son killing King Humbart in Patterson New Jersey and an attempted assassination of the Shah of Persia. The piece foresees upheaval if a weak ruler ascends in Italy and warns the anarchist foe of civilization.
Clippings report county Republican conventions naming old officials for another term and new officers at the Jerk Fox schoolhouse. Mention cites cement walks around the courthouse, critique of Algona’s appearance, delegate passes confusion, and Des Moines Leader praise of the party’s moderate platform.
The Boone Carroll Herald notes Mr. Jain's favorable nomination and urges vigilance of Judge Stephens. The Times-Republican of Marshalltown declares the convention a landmark reform gathering, sweeping rail interests from the party and presenting a clean ticket. It calls for action across counties to field a strong successor to Dolliver and to broaden congressional prospects.
They are being surveyed too. Watch the papers for dates of opening sales within three weeks. We want you to purchase and locate in one of them. Get into business for yourself from the ground floor by applying to the Land Department, G. M. & St. P. Ry, Co., Milwaukee, Wis.
Notice reports a small grip lost near the C M and St P depot containing 25.00 in cash and other articles of value. A reward of 10.00 is offered for its return to this office CitAs NiCTiols.
Soldiers free tickets courtesy extended by the State Agricultural Society for all Civil War veterans their wives and widows. Attendees to August 28 to leave names for ticket procurement. Post Commander W Rennyson notes. A housekeeper position wanted by Mrs Mera Beyneri Algona Iowa Box 10 AGAT.
Wanted a girl to do housework. Good wages. Mrs Gardner Cowles. Good girl for general housework. Mrs Frank Nicoutty. For tips of attention, girls would never mope. Their complexions benefit from Cole's Carbon salve sold by Br. H. Miller. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy praised for soothing healing properties and quick, lasting cures. For sale by R. Miller.
The community mourns A A Branson who died Saturday morning after a sudden illness. Born May 1840 in Vermont, he served in the Civil War, rising from private to lieutenant, later entering politics as county superintendent, clerk, and businessman. His funeral drew large crowds with Masons and Grand Army delegates in attendance.
S V R Mann a pioneer settler of Portland township died at his home Saturday from Brights disease at age seventy. He lived on the homestead for thirty six years and raised a family of four with his wife. Funeral services were held Sunday at 10 with Rev Whitfeld of Burt officiating. Burial in Portland cemetery. Born Beckett Massachusetts in 1830 he worked as a railroad employee in New Hampshire Vermont and Maine until age 96. He married Fidelia Hough in Clinton County New York and moved to Fayette County Iowa in 1860 before settling in Kossuth four years later.
A stream of social items lists residents and visitors in Algona and nearby towns. Entries mention Miss Majella Catt, Miss Addie AV, W. E. Nadas, Mrs. May Stinson, J. B. Garr, J. W. Hinchon, Miss Frances Hay, Miss C. Hawkinson, Miss O. Ge terwork, Rev. J. Hollister Lynch, J. W. Hay, James Patterson, and many others. Folks travel to Clear Lake, Paw Paw, Mackinac, and Colorado. letters describe visits, vacations, and family events with local editors and churches noted.
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