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Newspaper
Algona Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1900
Page
2
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The Republican electors of Kossuth county meet at the court house in Algona at 11 a m on Friday July 27 1900 to select 14 delegates for the Des Moines state convention on Aug 1 1900 and nominate candidates for Auditor Recorder Clerk County Attorney two supervisors full term and one vacancy as well as other business. It is urgent that township committeemen be elected in each voting precinct and reported to the county convention. Representation will be as follows.
A Republican Supervisor Convention for the 5th District is called to meet at Cortin School House in Springfield on Wednesday July 25 at 8:30 p.m. to nominate a supervisor candidate and conduct other business. Delegates will be selected by township caucuses to ensure full district representation.
Washington mourns the death of Senator Jnc H Gear at seventy five after a lingering illness. A Burlington native, he built a large business career and held three terms in the Iowa legislature including two as speaker, twice served as governor, four terms in Congress, and an assistant treasury secretary under Harrison. Elected to the United States Senate in 1804, his term would expire next March. Known as Old Business he earned a reputation for prudent judgment and sagacity, with a career marked by sustained public service and honors.
The nation honors John H Gear for his lifelong public service and steadfast duty. Iowa residents recall his foundational role, his dedication to the commonwealth, and the deep gratitude owed to a man whose work shaped state history. The public shares condolences with his family, especially his widow who stood by him through every achievement.
Senator Gear’s death triggers intense debate over his successor with Governor Shaw holding power to appoint for the unexpired term, while a special session may be required for the full term beginning March 4. The Republican favors Dolliver for the vacancy and the coming term as Cummins faces an uphill fight. The Boxer rebellion in Peking is confirmed with mass killings of foreigners, including the German minister, and a brutal assault on the British legation. European powers, Japan, and the United States resist, signaling a lengthy conflict ahead.
The Democratic candidate argues imperialism is a fake issue. He notes Americans possess rights and responsibilities, and government policy reflects citizen voters. He asserts the nation’s recent territorial acquisitions align with precedents set by early presidents and deny empire building.
A fragment notes General Miles rejects the apay canteen concept, citing his last annual report. The text hints at a disagreement over its beneficence or necessity. Further context is unavailable in the fragment.
A military memo warns prohibition is essential to prevent yellow fever patients from developing drinking habits among many recruits. It cautions that establishing cantines at tropical posts would make sociability and companionship irresistible, rapidly fostering a habit of drinking.
The Des Moines Leader recounts Governor John Henry Gear’s decisive action during a 1879 blizzard that left northern Iowa snowbound. After a delegation urged relief, Gear warned the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul to reopen the line to Emmetsburg, prompting the opening of the road without him personally delivering the order.
In Fort Dadge, Mrs Talbot’s washing near a gasoline stove caused an explosion when the cap was left off. Her ten year old daughter leaped into action, wrapping burning clothes to smother flames and save her mother. Mrs Talbot suffered severe arm burns but survived.
M. P. McDonnell of Algona Whittemore and Titonka, once an implement dealer, has filed for bankruptcy. Assets are listed around 14 000 while liabilities reach about 18 000. Hearing before Referee Clarke next Tuesday. Cooper of Dubuque was his Algona partner.
The churches of Algona will hold union evening services during July and August. July events include temperance meeting at Baptist church on July 15 with Rev. Stiles, July 22 sermon at Presbyterian church by Rev. Suckow, July 29 sermon by Rev. Olleren shaw at Congregational church, and August 56 temperance gathering at Baptist church. August 12 sermon at Presbyterian church by Rev. Chipperfield, and a sermon at M. E. church by Rev. Stiles. Final August service by Rev. Olleren per Ministerial Association order. secretary is Wed Suchow.
A roundup of Iowa items notes cement walk building revived in Emmetsburg to replace old walks before snow. Swea City Herald reports Algona Wholesale Grocery thriving as a wholesale firm but not a supply house, while a Civil Engineer Bishop who surveyed Fort Dodge and Southeastern died from excessive wine drinking and missing field notes. State Fish commissioner Delavan appoints deputies at Marshalltown amid broad spy concerns. LaVerne News covers county convention delegates and supervisors, Hampton Chronicle flags Cedar Falls teacher employment bureau abuses, and Emmetsburg Democrat cautions Arnold’s Park as a rough Spot with a Des Moines woman’s diamonds gambled away in a Spirit Lake case.
Fragmentary text references Adams, Humboldt Independent, Red Order, and implied conflict. No clear event, date, or complete names to establish a coherent summary.
A brief notice discusses Lia Thoms Harrison Tigh in connection with bonds and public record prominence, noting a notable reputation tied to financial instruments and local affairs.
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