CANDIDATES FOR COUNTY OFFICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
A fragmented old notice lists candidates for county offices with names Julian for Clerk and others for Auditor County Attorney Recorder. It shows sample campaign declarations subject to Republican convention decisions with locations like Burt and Union Township and dates like July 180s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julian
Shereby
M. P. Wraver
A.V. Swetting
Tain
Republical County Convention
E. V. Swerrina
Popular Loan Spurs Masses to Buy Government Bonds
The Ohio era critique notes that Cleveland’s treasury emptiness led to favoritism toward a single large commission, while McKinley’s administration issued a $700 million war loan inviting broad public participation. Small bidders dominate, with offers four times the amount sought and 225,000 bidders under $500.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Treasury
Republic
McKinley
Henderson Receives Ninth Congressional Committee Honor
Col Henderson was given a ninth renomination for Congress by Republicans of the Third district last week by acclamation. The honor reflects his faithful service in the House and influential role near Speaker Reed on the Rules Committee. An opposition movement forms against Hessell for district judge, with potential contest against Quarton discussed by Gov Shaw during Hessell’s confirmation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Henderson
Congress
House
Reed
Committee On Rules
H. Hessell
Quarton
Shaw
Hessell
Thomas
Iowa Politician Voices Support and Loyalty in County Affairs
A published statement discusses investigation outcomes and public trust, arguing Algona should not nominate candidates in county politics. It notes past election patterns, mentions discontent with relying on few votes, and covers military pension payments. Col Henderson praises Congress and President McKinley after a session marked by goodwill between branches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Algona
Bancreft
Wesley
Burt
Col. Henderson
Congress
Col
Mendererson
Allison
McKinley
Senate
Exposition notes compare Omaha and Chicago displays
A visitor's account explains train routes from Algona to Omaha, travel times, and the ease of reaching the Exposition by electric cars. It praises the grounds, classic buildings, and lagoon, noting strong Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, and Missouri representations, with Canada showing grains and forest products. The government exhibit is highlighted as the finest, though all departments merit careful study.
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Omaha
Chicago
Algona
Union Depot
Big Muddy
Great American Desert
Iowa
Kansas
Nebraska
Missouri
Canada
Local figures announce bids in county races
J B Carr of Bancroft seeks clerk with party leaders backing. Bancroft Register backs Matt Weaver of Algona for county auditor, citing his deputy record and outside township support. E V Swetting announces candidacy for county attorney and other contenders include F E Allen at county recorder and L T Clements for recorder with praise, while M Scovell of Ledyard runs for auditor.
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J. B. Carr
Bancroft
Bancroft Register
Matt Weaver
E. V. Swetting
Swetting
Ife
Algona
the Register
Algoun
Rerunican
Weaver
Mart Weaver
Carr
Frank E. Allen
Burt
Ira
Allen
Mr. Allen
Konsuth
Sumpter
Germania Standard
L. T. Clements
George Wells’ Bank
M. Scovell
Ledyard
Scovell
Late Young’s Impressions From Santiago Campaign
Late Young, editor of the Des Moines Capital, could not endure the Santiago campaign and has returned to the United States. In a Philadelphia letter he recalls sitting all night on a pier facing the Caribbean, under a bright moon and angry waves, with a regimental band in the distance playing Nearer My God to Thee.
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Young
Des Moines
Santiago
United States
Philadelphia
Caribbean Sea
Croga
Harvest Outlook In Kossuth County Barley Oats Wheat
Kossuth county reports a strong harvest with barley and oats in excellent condition and no rain interference. Wheat harvest gains momentum with improved prospects. corn shows good color and forward progress while potatoes and corn need rain. State report from Des Moines notes ideal harvest weather, oats and spring wheat ripening quickly, fall grain nearly finished, hay abundant, and overall prolific conditions despite limited rainfall.
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Kossuth
Des Mores
Philosopher on the Farm A Dipping Tank for Sheep
A rural note from West Union on July 12 describes corn and hay harvests, bargain-priced stock and equipment, and local methods to deter tramps by dipping sheep. The column includes humor about cattle collars, advice on stock management, and brief ads for Majestic ranges, crockery, Minnesota lands, and Kossuth county farms, with routine local business mentions.
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West Union
Wm. Dodd
Hobart
Charlie Walker
Charlie
Dewey
Manila
Kossuth
Corner Stone Laying for New Methodist Church Focus of Northwest Iowa Clergy Gathering
Northwest Iowa Methodist clergy and laymen prepare for the corner stone ceremony this afternoon at 2 00 o'clock. Delegations from Burt Burt area towns join Bishop McCabe for services at the Congregational church before proceeding to the new church site. The stone will enclose a Bible hymnal discipline local and war news and a United States flag among other items. Businessmen close 2 00 to 4 00 for attendance.
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New
G. W. Southwell
5. P. Marsh
John Hanmerson
Whittemore
J. W. Walker
Emmetsburg
L. F. Kaine
Armstrong
G. J. Malone
Swen City
EL. Benedict
Bancroft
G. F. Whitield
Burt
Key. Schmidt
H. L. Smith
Renwick
K. Maynard
Britt
J. W. Mahood
Jack Rapids
J. Green
Livermore
Bishop McCabe
Congregational Church
Spain
Dewey
Schley and Shafter
United States
Local ads tout drinks and goods with Grain-O promotion
An assortment of vintage advertisements promotes Grain-O as a caffeinated coffee substitute. It mentions Rockford leather goods, harness, and money lending services. The copy highlights Grain-O as a grain based drink that aids sleep and energy, urging readers to bought from grocers.
Ringling Brothers Stage a 30-Section Free Street Parade
Ringling Brothers unveil a sweeping thirty-section street parade praised as a bold novelty. Each division portrays nations or historic eras with military units, Roman and Grecian tableaux, and a desert caravan. The display aims to crown circus day in Algona on July 26 with huge crowds and special seating.
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Ringling Brothers
Ringling Bros
Punjaab
London
Rome
Athens
Desert
Algona
Algona Residence Lots For Sale In Various Sizes
Listings advertise several residential plots in Algona, sized from five by ten rods and larger, with several already shaded and planted with fruit trees. Terms are described as low and easy for buyers planning to build soon, with emphasis on location and sidewalk-ready plots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Algona
J. E
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Furtan
Union Township
Mt. Poweraver
Frank Be, Allen
Recorder
County Recorder
Republican Party
Toral
Shifter
Cervera
Cavite
Iobson
Shafter
Porto Rico
Watson
Camp McKinney
Late Young
M. Z. Grove
Falkenhainer
Walker Bros
Mer
Minnesota
Dingley & Coox
McCabe
Northwest Iowa
J. I
Star Engine
Bonn
Sioux City Business College
Sioux City
Louie Filer
Bohn Place
Dingley & Ugh
A. H. Stack
Rockford
D. L. Avery
Postoffice
Geko
C. Cal
Guo
C. Call
America
Las
Otto Falkenhainer
Dinaney & Cook, A
Majestic
Falkenhuiner
Coxsee’s
A. H. Naudain
Telephone
Lehman’s
Lehmann
Blue Earth City
Dineiey & Pucu
Dinerey & Puen
Dingley & Pugh
Grove & Son’s
Dineney & Puen
Doxgee
E. & F. Liniment
Langdon & Hudson
Gao. C. Catt
Toloya
Falkendainer’s
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