Hulls call for cadetship exams sparks party politics dispute
Congressman Hull in the Das Atoines district issues an examination notice for naval cadetships at Andapolis for ages 16 to 21, urging all republicans to apply. The piece condemns partisan discrimination in military service and argues the navy should remain free from political influence.
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Hull
Das Atoines
Niva Academy
Andapolis
Ccongessman
Jena
Wight
Tapula És ‘Gdin
Republican Party
Capt
Trull
Navy
Tts
Representatives Contest Shaping Up In County Convention
In the county convention race for representatives several candidates are named. Wesley postmaster K Way garners support, A A Branson garners influential backing, Gardier Cowles urged though not in, Mayne of Bancroft and J F Stia bla of Whittemore also discussed. Ged W Hanna of LaVerne seen as top legislative pick, with strong local interest in an organized effort for Algona on a state normal school. Competition expected but a worthy candidate will emerge for the nomination.
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K. Way
Wesley
Way
A. A. Branson
Algona
Cowles
Mayne
Bancroft
Bursley
J. F. Siaibla
Whittemore
Ged. W. Hanna
LaVerne
Beoho-' Aen
Estherville
Lotisville Courier-Journal
Colliver
Gear
Senate
Allison
Sesalon
Algonn
Byurson
Tally
Twmetsburg Democrat
Milwaukee SonnRay
Storm Lake
al.& St. L. Company
Milwaukee
Swen City Herald
Papital County
Iowa State Sportsmen’s Association
Humboldt Independent
M. Carnaveaux
Rolfe
Palo Alto
Pullen
Quarton
John Pederson
Anton Anderson
Wemassay
Pederson
Dolliver
Shatter
Main
Otis
Dewey Haber
Sampgon
Dewey
Emmetsburg
Democrat
Lowa
Sparp House
General Association
Algona ‘Gays
Ocgapion
Reform needed as postmaster strain grows and Admiral Dewey returns
The piece argues postmasters overwork underpaid subordinates and calls for reform. Admiral Dewey will return home in a few days, health permitting, with expectations by mid July. President McKinley signals Philippine governance after insurrection as American leadership with native self government under protection. Editor critique notes newspapers inflate leaders, Des Moines marks a cornerstone ceremony for a Capitol Hill wing, and Iowa politics discuss Governor Larrabee’s board role and term prospects. Nevada Representative urges direct election of U.S. senators by the people and closer alignment of Will and nominees.
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Admiral Dewey
Chigress
McKinley
Philippine Commission
Vie Falands
Amulcan
Isles
Sam
Des Moines
Aguinaldo Letter Cites War Toll on U S War Costs
Aguinaldo is said to have written to a general about peace and warns long warfare would drain the country. He would be a greater success running a funny paper than conquering the United States. The Forty-ninth Iowa regiment is home from Cuba and has been mustered out, with a royal welcome this week.
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Aguinaldo
United States
Iowa
Cuba
Champion Editor Notes Algona Teachers Convention
Whittemore Champion recalls visiting a large teachers convention in Algona with about 600 attendees of all ages and both sexes. Crowds filled the main street with surging streams of people, while the flower garden and street scenes framed the event. The editor hints at differences seen among teachers and observers.
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Whittemore
Algona
Lwo
Bega
Algona Growth Threatens Quiet Town Future
A damaged passage describes Algona’s rapid growth and rising tensions. It warns the county seat could become the largest city in northern Iowa, contrasting a once quiet residence town with new development and social strain. Notable names or dates are unclear due to transcription errors.
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Algona
Alty
Iowa
Jenve Mason
Guy Facin
Hurtah Tor Algona
Algona Hosts North Central Teachers Meeting Highlights
Estherville Republican notes teachers return pleased with Algona hospitality after a successful North Western Iowa Teachers Association gathering. Reports praise Algona’s entertainment and organized events, with widespread local participation and acclaim for the hospitality.
Phil Beats the Hen in Bwea City Heralds
A correspondent for the Herald reports Phil defeats the hen in a local contest in Bwea City. Read as Milian notes a playful scene with community spectators and light competition among participants.
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Bwea City Heraldsa
the Herald
County Sunday School Convention Opens Thursday
The County Bubday School Convenz tion opens Thursday with sessions led by M. E. chura and Friday full of papers and discussions. Noted speakers Miss Mary Hines of Des Moines and Miss Barnes will attend, with many country young men expected to join. Local ministers plan a Thursday afternoon open meeting to discuss issues of interest.
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Iirthes M. E. Chura
Watschoautt
Bath
Acho Fuuds
Jenst Tabekeattigs
Clarley Rowe
Mary Hines
Des Moines
Barnes
Algona
Odd Fellows Celebrate District Event in Algona Octave
District Odd Fellows celebration planned from Mason City to Spencer and Webster City to the north, with EB Hibben, J T Temple, Blanche Quigley and many others attending. Public address by J C Longueville. features include music and hospitality. Also notices on millinery bargains and low jewelry prices with local merchants promoting wedding rings and loans.
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Odd Fellowship
Algons Thuraday
Mason City
Spencer
Webster City
North Pole
EB. . Hibben
Marshalltown
Iowa
J.T. Temple
Davenport
Myre
Blanche Quigley
McGregor
Rebekah State Assembly
Mra
Alise Babbitt
Rebekah Assembly
John W. Bulen
Sovereign Grand Lodge
P. Smith
Iowa Falls
J. C. Longueville
Dubuqua
Aretha
N. GF
Amesbury
Wesley
N.G
W.J. Peters
Burt
Edwards
Séritt
N. G
V. P. Uripp
Germapin
J.D. Houghton
Goodell
N. G. Adam Gansy
Corwith
N. Ig
H. A. Catlin
Swea Ciggs N.G
P. I
Chapman
la Verne
Goodspeed
Bancroft
First of the Season Excursion to Buffalo by Nickel Plate
Announcement of a one fare round trip excursion to Buffalo and Niagara Falls via Nickel Plate road. Visit city ticket office 117 Adams Street Depot Van Bur énaty Chicago. Includes a note about Baby sleeps and grows. Rocky Mountain Tea advertised as a bio-medicating agent for mothers from a druggist.
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Buffalo
Nickel Plate Road
Niagara Falls
Chicago
Rocky Mountain
Cough Remedy Praised by Neighbors and Miller Drugstore
A reader recalls whoping cough nearly killing a boy and credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with his recovery after ten doses. The note also promotes Rocky Mountain Tea as the "hardest kind of game medicine" and mentions Miller druggist and a herbal tonic for various ailments.
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Chamberlain
Miller
Northwestern to consider Pocahontas Sac City railroad line
Pocahontas records report Word from G A Heald on proposed Northwestern railroad to Pocahontas and Raubens or Rolfe route. Citizens form committees to gauge funds and may present a right of way donation plan at June Northwestern meeting. The paper notes likely delay this season and urges local action. inquiry for a girl position at Geo B Clarke Tharington Street.
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Northwestern
Pociahontis
Pocahontas
G. A. Heald
Northwestern Tulroad Company
Pocuhintnas
Raubens
Rolfe
Poculontus
Northwestern Company
Sac City
Pocahontag
Cotte Aprea You and Timade Grato-O L Review
A reader letter extols Timade Grato-O L as improving energy and appetite after a week, claims it nourishes the system, and suits family use. It promotes a maple syrup flavor variant and direct purchase from grocers with simple preparation instructions.
Ideal Residence Location in Algona Region
Promoters describe a planned four residence site at the end of Thorington, with lofty town views and easy street access. The landscape offers Des Moines valley glimpses, bluffs, wooded slopes, and diverse trees. Plans by Frank Hyde of Chicago show a spacious modern house with steam heating, electric lights, wide porches, and all conveniences.
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Argent
C. JS. Hesse
Iiuse
Locuthitg
Algona
Thorington
Des Moines
Frank Hyde
Chicago
Building notes on Ed Johnsons house and local projects
Masons lay foundation for Ed Johnsons house south of Tennant with work on Vaughan and Ferguson residences near the So Berg place. Irving Dodge house is being enclosed, J McMurray overseeing heavy rains slow progress. carpenters to finish McComb laundry and Williams lumber yard, Vaughan brick residence on Stat Street to be a city landmark.
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Johnson
Tennant
Vaughan
Soberg Place
Fred. Miller
Ferguson
Irving Dodge
J McMurray
McComb
Williams
Stat Street
Church And Society Activities Schedule For May
Regular communication at Prudent lodge No 205 Thursday evening May 18 includes work in the third degree. An adjourned Unity meeting will be held at Mrs Ri Jones home Saturday May 20 at 4 o clock. Officers to be elected and program of readings, speeches, and current news planned. Sermon at Liberal Church Sunday morning and services at Irvington Fresh Church Sunday afternoon.
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Prudent Lodge
Depres
Ri. Jones
Toy
McElroy
I.F. Cooke
Burlington
Ohure Aiseion
Irvington
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McFarland
Capitol Hill
Nevadi
Itha
Renee Gall
Ding Ie Lay
Phil
ODD Fellows
Algons
Baldwin
Court House
Ossuth County
Dinaruy & Puen
SAG City
My. Geo. B. Clarke
Tharington Street
Cotte Aprea
Otto
Falkenhainers
Beesha Sea
Mohtliner
Church and Society
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