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Newspaper

Algona Republican

Location

Algona, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1897

Page

2

Subscription Rates Notice by Milton Starr

Public notice from Milton Starr listing subscription rates in advance with options for one year six months and three months indicating pricing details and payment terms for readers of the publication.

County Superintendent and Sheriff Run in Republican Convention

A candidate announces for county superintendent of schools and another for sheriff, both subject to the actions of the Republican county convention. The names Strain and Tam 4 are indicated alongside ELP and Kerri in a terse party slate notice.

Republican County Convention Tam Elp Kerri

Republican County Convention to Elect Delegates in Kossuth Iowa

A Kansas style notice to Republican electors of Kossuth County announces a convention at the Court House in Algona on Friday August 13 1897 at 11 o clock for selecting delegates to Cedar Rapids State Convention and nominating a candidate for representative in the state legislature Also to appoint County Chairman and handle other business The representation table lists one delegate per precinct plus an extra for every 25 votes or fraction thereof cast for Edwin H Conger elector at large in the 1896 presidential election

Kossuth County Court House Alvona Cedar Rapid Iowa Edwin H. Conger

Republican primaries caucuses named across townships

Irvington township Lloyd school house hosts a Republican caucus on Thursday August 12 at 2 o clock to elect five delegates to the county convention. Algona Wigwam hosts July 16 at 8 p.m. to select W P Jones chairman. Warn Normal building August 7 at 5 p.m. to choose four delegates. Union Herman school house July 31 at 8 p.m. to elect four delegates. Fourth Ward courthouse July 16 at 1 a.m. sheriff office.

Irvington Lloyd School Irvington Township G. Niewcamp Chin Second Ward Algona Wigwam atSp. m W.P. Jones Tim Warn Normal P. L. Siagve Herman School House T. W. Lancurtz Fourth Warn Fourth Ward Court House D. Cankins

Democratic state ticket named in Des Moines convention

The Des Moines gathering of over 71 counties produced a full state ticket and platform. John Cliggett of Mason City would be governor with Ti Mallory, W. S. Babbott Pleasant, Peter A. Dey, and S. B. Knoepfler also selected for key offices, aligning with the Bryan wing while opposing prohibition laws.

Des John Cliggett Mason City Ti. Mallory Chariton W. S. Babbott Pleasant Peter A. Dey S. B. Knoepiler Lansing

State Democrats Split Over Populist Silver Faction

An Iowa political rift pits pro silver populists against the main party as former governor Horace Boles and figures like Mr. Bryan and Mr. Tillman visit to sway voters. The unrest centers on financial policy and tariff reform, with the risk of a fractured party and a fragile state government.

Alous Horace Boles Iowa Missouri Mr. Bryan Tillman South Carolina

Senate Tariff Bill Passes 85 to 28 in Historic Vote

The Senate approved the Republican tariff bill by 85 to 28 with 23 Republicans voting yes and several lawmakers abstaining or dissenting. One Democrat supported it, and two Silver Republicans aided the affirmative, while 28 opposed mostly Democrats and Populists. The measure blends Dingley changes with House terms, aiming to raise revenue and protect industry. It now goes to a conference committee with the goal of quick enactment and aligning with the St. Louis platform.

Senate McEnery Louisiana Jones Mantle Nevada Allen Butler Seitfield Kyle Stewart Teller Pettigrew Cannon Utah Congress Finance Committee St. Louis McKinley Republican Party

County candidates tour the district for sheriff bid

Timely Topics notes E. Keith of Plum Creek emerges for sheriff. Keith, a leading farmer, is described as public spirited and a key Republican organizer in Kossuth. The Carrol Herald reports Culbertson undecided on governorship, with supporters noting spontaneous endorsements. An international religious convention in San Francisco draws 22 000 delegates and 40 000 visitors.

Keith Plum Creek County Agricultural Society Kossuth San Francisco

Wesleyan and Republican notes in Algona area race

In a local political survey the Wesley Reporter notes Hollenbeck will not seek re nomination and Kernan is urged for treasurer. The county GOP shows a large delegate pool with 157 delegates, while Algona area towns claim potential consolidation to influence the convention. A British consul appointment in Venezuela is noted alongside editor advertising quirks and national party dynamics.

Wesley Hollenbeck Kernan

Hanna Named Consul at Port of Spain Trinidad

The Trinidad Post reports Phil Hanna will serve as consul at Port of Spain on the island. Port has 34,000 residents and is described as English in character, likely attracting more English influence than Venezuela. Mrs Hanna plans to remain behind until autumn.

Livermore Phil Hanna Trinidad Port of Spain Venezuela Hanna

Milk Weigher Whittemore Champion Sold to Chicago Supply

Hanna and Swanson sold the right to manufacture mill weighers to Chicago Supply Co. yesterday. Terms will not be published by request, but are stated to amply repay the townsmen for their study and labor.

Whittemore Hanna & Swanson Chicago Supply Ca

Nickel Plate excursion tickets to Celeron New York

The Nickel Plate Road offers ex cursion tickets to Celeron N Y on July 11 and 12 with return valid July 16 to 20. Celeron sits on Lake Chautauqua and offers scenery and comfort. Three through express trains daily. Inquiries to J Y Calghan General Agent 11 Adama St Chicago ILL.

Celeron N. Y Lake Chautauqua Nickel Plate Road Gall J. Y. Calghan Adama St Chicago

One Price to All Cleaning Watches

Advertising blurb for watch cleaning services by E. G. Bowser in the Boston Block. Cleaning priced at $1.00 with best main springs and a full warranty on all work. Includes listing of address 391F.

E. G. Bowser Boston

New House to Rent in Quiet Area

Brand new eight room house for rent featuring a well and cistern. Property listed by D. H. Hurcmns with description noting location near streets. Suitable for families seeking modern amenities in a fresh dwelling.

T D. H. Hurcmns

Milwaukee Excursions at Spirit Lake This July

Chautauqua Assembly schedules Spirit Lake events from July 8 to 93 with excursion tickets on sale. Wickets will be sold at one third for the round trip, offering a special fare for attendees.

Milwaukee Spirit Lake

Iowa Governor’s Chair Urged Replacement in Iowa GOP

Fort Dodge Messenger notes rising Republican push to replace Governor Drake. Carroll Herald backs W. L. Culbertson of Carroll County as ideal governor, praising his business sense, integrity, and leadership. Des Moines papers warned against Drake renomination, while other papers cite Culbertson’s wide support in the Tenth district and Cedar Rapids convention potential.

Fort Dodge Drake Cedar Rapids Carroll Herald W. L. Culbertson Culbertson Lakes Gear Larrabee Iowa Carroll County Des Moines Webster City Freeman Central Station Sac Sun Emmetsburg W. 5 Culberson Tenth Towa

Rustling Fence Men Move Through County

The Cyclone fence men sweep the county with a wire fence project. L A Taylor holds rights for sixteen townships and sold part to Wm Dodds of Union. Taylor, with Henry Larson and Wesley Lamson, has done extensive fencing, while Milt Moore covers Fenton. Roney includes Irvington and Riverdale, with others in Loupe Tights area. Page county rights secured. The work aims to cover almost all townships with hog friendly, versatile fencing.

L. A. Taylor Wm. Dodds Union Taylor Henry Larson Wesley Lamson Milt. Moore Fenton Roney Irvington Riverdale Sherman

Local fence makers boast skilled craft and ordered work

Orders are numerous. The Cyclone fenie business is a local manufactur ing industry. The fehoda woven on the spot, to order, And put a pass ib. is made. What a tiun buys a right he has to buy a machine along with It, And of course every man make a great daima for the fence. He knows who made it and how the work was done. The fence makers with practice be come expert and capable of turning out very handsome jobs.

Careless With Guns At Germana Wedding Ends Quietly

A Germana wedding party near Plum Creek nearly ends badly when revelers shoot through a chamber window breaking glass and roof. Bride’s father Mr Mein e collects damages, but a Whittemore attorney says once settled the case is closed.

Behrends Plum Creek Margaretha Meine Lotta Creek Meine Whittemore

Fuss About Nothing Over Board Action on Grade Measuring

County matters clarify misapprehension over appointing Capt Foster to measure grades. Auditor Calkins notes board did not intend to award work to Foster unless Surveyor Tellier is unavailable. A complaint by Contractor Haight triggered the discussion, but Tellier found the grade incomplete and the road boss was to finish, a misunderstanding not negligence. Tellier is praised as efficient and conscientious, ensuring contractors are credited only for actual work.

Board of Supervisors Capt. Foster Calkins Tellier Haight

Deputized to Protect Fish in County Waters

J C Stahl was appointed Deputy Fish Commissioner and presented with his commission by Supervisor Jno G Smith from State Fish Commissioner Delevan. A complaint cites wanton destruction of Ashiu waters with seine use and fish left to rot, and dynamite employed within twenty rods of explosion. The new law extends game protection to fish.

J.C. Stahl Jno.g. Smith Delevan Ashiu Fish Commissioner’s

Marriage Invitation From Flora Powers and Hrs Dodge

Yesterday morning's Pioneer Press notes an upcoming marriage next Wednesday between Mrs Flora Powers and Hrs Dodge. Powers, formerly Mrs John Goodenow, a Morris Minnesota landowner, will wed at the home of Mr and Mrs E T Root at 261 West Fifth Street.

Flora E. Powers Tiss Dodge Powers John Goodanan Dodge Morris, Minn E. T. Root West Pith St Jno Goodenow Minnesota Shanghai

One Fare Round Trip for Photographers Meet

Nickel Plate Road offers one fare round trip for the Photographers Association meeting at Celeron New York on Lake Chautauqua from July 12 to 20. Tickets on sale July 11 and 12, return trips July 16 to 20. Three express trains daily with full facilities. For information contact J Calaban at Adams Street Chicago or Dorpat 12th and Clark Streets.

Nickel Plate Road Photographers Association Celeron Lake Chatauqua Calaban Adams St Chicago Dorpot Clark Sts. I

For Sale or Rent Peck Hotel and Livery Burt Iowa

For Sale or Rent. The Peck Hotel and Livery in Burt Iowa offers immediate possession. Call on or address Peck and Murtagh Burt Iowa. 40c

Peck Burt, Dows Peck & Murtagh Burt Iowa

Algona Residence Lots For Sale By Bracy

Algona announces sale of well located lots sized 5 rods wide by 10, 11, 12, or 14 rods deep with some on sidewalks shaded by fruit trees. Low prices and easy terms offered to buyers planning to build soon. Contact EB Bracy.

PRESS MAKES IT UNANIMOUS FOR ALGONA CELEBRATION PRAISE

Ledyard Leader and La Verne News applaud Algona Fourth of July events with generous newspaper praise. Bancroft Register and Swea City report large crowds and grand displays. Emmetsburg notes rain cut celebrations short. Humboldt Independent says visiting boys returned happy after a fine Algona reception.

la Verne News Algona Arty Bancroft Register Swea Emmetsburg Alvona Judge Ladd Humboldt

For Sale Or Trade Whittemore Property In Iowa

Substantial two story Whittemore house with ten rooms brick pillar furnace cistern well lawn orchard grove barns corn crib carriage shed and other outbuildings 34 Hotelling addition lots Duplex feed mill engine house with ten horsepower boiler and more all or part sold very cheap or traded for Algona property contact N L Horennina Whittemore Iowa for terms and arrangements

Whittemore Algona Algo N. L. Horennina Iowa

Strawberries for Sale From J. W. Curtik

Owner offers 10 000 Bubach Warfield Crescent and Wilson strawberry plants for sale at 2 50 per thousand. August is the ideal time to plant in a home garden. Contact J. W. Curtik.

Warfield Crescent Wilson J. W. Curtik

Preaching Appointments for Rev. T Baily Gather in Iowa

Rev. T. Bailey of Cedar Rapids schedules three preaching appointments in rural churches. He will speak at Seneca church Wednesday evening July 14 at Haydens school house Lone Rock Thursday evening and Burt School house Union township Friday evening. All are cordially invited to these services. D. Williams.

Bailey D. D Cedar Rapids Seneca Church Hayden Lone Rock Burt School Union Township D. Williams

Excursion Tickets To Clear Lake To Resume May 10

Tickets for round trips to Clear Lake will be sold daily from May 10 through September 30, 1807. Round trips are priced at one and one third dollars.

Clear Lake

Karl's Clover Root Tea Ad Branded by Dr L Shaatz

An old style advertisement touts Karl's Clover Root Tea as a remedy for constipation. It promises a money back guarantee if the user cannot say the number 80 after use and directs returns to a Dr L Shaatz address.

Karl Dr. L Shaatz

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