Republican County Convention Delegates Call in Algona
The Republican newspaper prints a call for the Kossuth county convention to nominate candidates for county treasurer sheriff superintendent of schools surveyor coroner and two supervisors. Delegates are apportioned by precincts with one vote per precinct and one extra delegate per 24 votes for the Republican nominee. Numerous locals announce their candidacy for various offices subject to the convention's decision.
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Kossuth
Algona
Fieg
L. Dobson Tor
Wiler
Por Beeriff
Republican County Convenion
A.C. Wilrey
Wu.rckholm
Treasuren
Tam
Republican County Convention
O, Bornows
Boyers
Olive of County
Jatia
Linly
T . Ward
Lhereby
J. H. Warn
Dally FR
Beerlff
H. S, Damy
Alf
Uacon Pon
Tamu
Sexton
Bacon
Telimer
Juin
Offica
Tenrier
Bherliep
Wmna
Bocjpation
Lie
Ci L. M. Owen
Mortland Township
Senatorial Nomination Deadlock Prompted By Party Committee
The Republican state central committee declines to arbitrate between Cory and Crim for the state senator nomination. Chairman Hancock cites the district’s desire to name its own town senator, suggesting county delegate reorganization or withdrawal of candidates. The panel notes delegates pledged to counties and urges the party’s interest over personal or local preferences to resolve the contest.
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Cory
Crim
Hancock
Hanerik
Republican Party
Democratic Convention Nominates White and Endorses 1898 Platform
The state convention last Wednesday nominated Fred White for governor and backed the Chicago platform of 1898 favoring free silver at 16 to 1. It also endorsed the 1896 platform, named Calhoun a populist railroad candidate, Bevis for lieutenant governor, Van Waenan for supreme court, and Holst for state superintendent while denouncing the McKinley administration and the Philippine War.
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Fred White
Chicago
McKinley
Bryan
W. H. Calhoun
White
Cal
United States
Philippines
Lowa Dejproyacy
Great Britain
Aguinaldo
Primary meetings scheduled across wards in Algona area
Republicans hold ward primaries at various locations on Friday September 1 from late afternoon to evening. Meetings include Wigwam in second ward and centers in third ward and Cresco with list of candidates for assessor and trustee to be nominated. Locations include Sheriff’s office Portland Fox school house and Center school house among others with specified hours.
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Second Ward
Algona
Wigwam
M—W. BP
Jtown
Chon
Third Ward
C. Newouan
Boarth Ward
Offica
Menzart Haggard
Cho
Cresco
J. 13
Janes School
Hans
Owen of Portland enters republican sheriff candidacy
M Owen of Portland township has announced his run for the republican nomination for sheriff. At 34 he is described as a young farmer who migrated from Dodge county, Wisconsin eighteen years ago and is praised as trustworthy in a township never before yielding a county office.
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M. Owen
Portland
Owen
My. Owen
Dodge County
Wisconsin
Democrats Denounce No State Debt Yet Economy Praised
The passage argues Democrats harshly criticized Gov Shaw and the Republicans for weakness and subservience to corporate interests, noting the state shows no debt, a large treasury surplus, a tax levy cut from 3.2 to 2.0 mills, and cheaper, better-run institutions. It implies Democratic conventions would be misreading public sentiment.
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Executive Council
What would Jesus do story shocks readers abroad and at home
The popular tale by Rev. Charles Sheldon of Topeka Kansas Congregational Church has sold 3,000,000 copies and spread worldwide. A penny London edition and foreign translations exist. The Akronitean will publish the story in its columns in a few weeks, drawing wide readership beyond fiction fans.
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Lewisbase
London
Charles Sheldon
Topeka
Kansas
Jesus
AkrunteAn
Primary election timing and trust policy debate
The piece notes plans for Republican primaries on September first and discusses party pledges and locality considerations. It contrasts Democrat distrust of Senator Allison over his stance on trusts and free trade, arguing free trade is not a cure for trusts, citing England as a counterpoint.
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Emmetsburg
Allison
Iowa
Eogland
England
New Jersey
Bryan’s remarks on foreign born voters in Des Moines speech
The speaker cites Bryan’s 1896 stance that foreigners were uninformed about the issues and the silver question. The text argues foreign born citizens in the area did not understand then but did not understand now, calling Bryan’s slurs unjustified and noting they knew more about the financial question years ago.
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Bryan
Des Moines
Movick Urged to Seek County Supervisor Seat
O. N. Movick of Garfield township visited town late last week amid strong neighbor urging led by G. S. Wright of West Bend. Movick manages a large Garfield farm and runs a successful business, with supporters asserting he is the right kind of supervisor for the county.
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O. N. Movick
Garfield Township
Cory Urged as Dickinson County Nominating Choice
The Emmetsburg Reporter cites a Beacon note urging Dickinson County to cast its six votes for J. W. Cory, a neighborly suggestion amid party nominating rounds. The piece interweaves local business promos for fall and winter dress goods by Jas. Taylor and R. Miller’s drug store advertising Sodda Water and Tigod Purifier products.
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Emmetsburg
Beacon
Funk
Dickinson County
J. W. Cory
Cory
Bro
Mayne Whicl
R. MH. Mircen
R Miller
Grand Harvest Picnic Implements at Riverside Park
The Altig Harvest Festival will be held at Riverside Park on Friday August 25 and Friday August 26. An outing aboard a Steam Boat leaves the park every 30 minutes. A harp orchestra will provide music during the evening. General admission and reduced rates for children are noted.
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Riverhle Park
Riverside Ark
Harp
Iowa and Des Moines Aims for Statue Hall and Democratic Week
The Danville News discusses Iowa's potential place in statuary hall with two statues for the state and notes time will reveal true greatness. Des Moines hosts a Democratic week with Bryan speeches, debates on Philippine policy, and party dynamics as populists disrupt the Democratic setup amid entertainments and a grand fair week plan.
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Des Moines
Democracy
Mecca
Bryan
Tabernacle
Philippine Islands
United States
Aguinaldo
Democratic Party
St. Patrick
Henry Clay
James G. Blaine
White
Cato Sells
Kia
San Juan
Tragic Des Moines River drowning of 12 year old
A 12 year old boy named Guy Inman disappeared after leaving Spurback Lambert tub factory in Humboldt. His body was recovered from the Des Moines River north of town after an eight hour immersion. The tragedy drew a large crowd and tribute from Algona residents. His parents blamed themselves for not teaching him to swim.
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Guy Inbiah
Ji Hutchins
Towa
Waa
Des Moines
Inman
Hazel Bute
Marshall Carson
McDonald
Guy Taylor
Wm.Iomin
Jno. N. Inman
Hutening
Algona
Century State Fair Set to Open with Big Exhibits
J W Wadsworth of the state fair directory leaves for Des Moines to oversee implements and machinery. Secretary Peek assists, with Lew Hackman O A Potter and John Patterson joining by week’s end. Anticipation runs high for large horse shows cattle classes and filled exhibits. Des Moines will host a new auditorium dedication followed by a grand musical festival and jubilee with 1500 voices and the Iowa State Military Band. Fireworks and the battle of Santiago are slated each evening.
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J. W. Wadsworth
State Fair
Des Moines
Department of Implements and Machinery
Peek
County Association
Lew Hackman
O. A. Potter
John Patterson
Wadsworth
Iowa State
Kanda
Married in Chicago: Misbash and McIntyre Wed This Evening
Jos Misbash travels to Chicago for a wedding with Edna McIntyre at her mother's home. After the ceremony the couple plans a brief honeymoon by boat to St. Joseph, Michigan, then return to Algona to settle in a new Ihna G. Smith house. Edna is known in Algona for her years as a clerk at Caylor's. Jos is a popular Kraft clothing store manager and partner.
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Joe Misbash
Edn McIntyre
Chicago
Jos Misbach
Edna McIntyre
Alona
Jo ‘Caylor
Hasan Lady Oftrusworth
Misbach
Kraft Clothing
Algona
Jos
Algong Residence Lots For Sale In Various Sizes
Real estate notices describe Algong residence lots available for sale with diverse dimensions from 4x8 rods to larger parcels. Some lots along sidewalks are shaded by established trees and suitable for buildable projects soon. Prices are described as low with easy terms for buyers ready to start construction.
September Board Debates Districts and Barn Plans
The board of supervisors will convene in regular session starting the Monday after September 4. They will address levy taxes and appoint election boards, and consider subdividing the county into seven supervisor districts. A county barn project under Supervisor Barton advances with architect T H Conner drafts on file. a building contract is slated for the board’s second day. Auditor Weaver notes state board of equalization livestock assessment increases across ages and species, with varied percentages. real estate assessments remain unchanged. Two sick men were admitted to the county home during the week, from City and Bancroft.
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Baeu
Board of Supervisors
Furm
Barton
T. H. Conner
Weaver
Merriman
State Board
Tyre
Bancroft
Climate and Crops and The Happiest Couple in the World
A clipped ad reads Rocky Mountain Tea for sale at 85 cents by R. HI Miller, noting items for sale. The text mentions a dead husband and a blind wife in a garbled phrase, with references to climate, crops, and content about sales.
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Rocky’ Mountain
R. Hi Miller
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