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Newspaper
Algona Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1902
Page
2
Subscription rates listed for one year in advance and three months. The text includes partial pricing and publisher names Starr and Haggard with unclear month references. The readable items mention republication and rate structure without full details.
The article extols the Hohenzollerns as the creators of the German empire, credits Frederick the Great and Moltke with Prussia's rise, and argues the Kaiser and royal family embody strong leadership. It contrasts German governance with England, notes the Boers matter, and mentions the Knoxville normal school bill defeat and cautious legislators avoiding near-term action.
In Polk County a bitter primary ended Friday night as Captain Hull defeated Prouty, winning a clear delegate majority for the county convention next Saturday. Prouty’s strong showing signals strong local support though his stance against Hull’s reform image weakened him. Hull is seen as a strong district winner regardless of continued opposition, which is unlikely.
President Roosevelt rejects English snobbery about his daughter Alice as a princess. The article notes Alice Roosevelt will participate in royal events, with payment arrangements mentioned for Mr. Jack on the coronation and related details.
The legislatures express support for restoring voter control over United States Senate elections. They pass resolutions urging Congress to return to the people the responsibility, signaling alignment with public sentiment on the issue.
The Spirit Lake Beacon names L. B. Francis of Spirit Lake as an eight candidate for district judge to succeed Judge Quarton. The piece highlights his five years as leading county bar, high trial win rate, public prosecutor record, frank and honorable manner, broad learning, extensive private library, and business experience as strengths for a judicial career.
Reported bill by the house of representatives aims to make all county supervisors elective by a countywide vote. If one fourth of voters in supervisor districts sign a petition, the board of supervisors must place the question before the county voters at the next June meeting for decision.
Residents discuss the failed repair of the dam after the water mill fire. The Farmers Milling Company dam faces sheriff sale on March 22, with Orin Inglesby set to bid. Health, ice supply, and potential city ownership of the mill site are debated to maintain water stages and public comfort.
Preparations finished for the artist to craft parks and drives. The parkway plan places the parka north and south of town along the river, shaping new recreation paths and urban scenery.
The Rev Bagnell formerly of Algona attacked Mayor Low and saloon laws in New York City claiming a US empire with Theodore Roosevelt as emperor would enforce laws better. Harper's Weekly notes his rash remarks and warns of potential disorder if he persists. The piece cites Critics and the notion that the British empire is merely a confederacy of free commonwealths.
A reward is offered for the return of Scotch Oolfie, a long yellow coat with white tip dog described as friendly. It strayed or was taken near Bancroft and Hothoway on March 7. A good home is offered for its safe return and inquiry should be directed to the figure 24.
An old advertisement urges readers to call on W. Wr Ad Paylor for wall paper, touting pretty 1902 patterns and cheaper offers than elsewhere. It invites inquiry before buying and highlights the value of choosing his paper.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a classified style item, mentioning seeds and property rental terms. The readable elements reference a house for rent and a real estate or nursery context, with garbled branding and names suggesting local merchants or agents. The exact entities and locations are unclear due to damage.
Personal notices recount the Nicoulin party traveling through San Francisco to Algona with friends including J M Parley and E Chrischilles, noting Frank Nicoulin’s rheumatism recovery and expected April return. Other items cover W P Jones buying farm machinery, Des Moines land purchases, Will Brunson’s move to Oregon for mail route work, land scouts for Algona buyers, and various notes on residents’ travels, vacations, property deals, and local business promotions.
Partial OCR text shows scattered phrases about cash items and payments but lacks coherent facts, names, dates, or actionable information for a proper public notice or summary.
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