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Newspaper
Algona Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1897
Page
2
The Algona Republican lists subscription rates and then discusses the political platform. It notes there will be no difference on national issues, with Democrats and allies pursuing free silver and free trade, while Republicans will vigorously oppose them.
The Congregationalists trace origins to Brownists and independents in Britain, advocating freedom of conscience and self governing local churches under Christ. They influenced early American politics, education, and religious liberty, shaping New England colleges, resisting monarchy driven church control, and fostering democratic church practice.
The state central committee set August 18 as the date for the Republican nominating convention. Iowa Republicans will decide on their candidate for governor, with supporters favoring Drake, Funk of Hardin, or O Connell of Webster. The piece argues the party’s interest outweighs any individual ambition. It urges selecting the strongest candidate, not rewarding political vanity.
The Bancroft business men plan a stock company to build a flouring mill. A week after a meeting a committee secured two thirds of the needed subscriptions. The piece argues Bancroft could supply its own flour and should bond merchants to sell only Bancroft flour for twenty years to ensure success.
Speaker Byers summarized a special session end report detailing cuts in salaries and expenses across state officers, capitol staff, county salaries, printing, and state institutions, plus new revenue measures. He cites a grand total savings of about 300000 with net yearly savings of 166000, and potential future saves from legislative employe reforms and broader tax reach.
Advertisers promote a locally produced celery compound by Ehlers and Falkenhainer priced at 75 cents per bottle, contrasting with a dollar for uncertain goods. The pitch stresses domestic manufacture and value.
Jewelry repair service promises best quality pin stems and soft soldering at five cents per job. All work repolished and returned in 24 hours from drop date, or no charge. Dinesey and Puan urge customer trust and repeat business.
The State Sunday School convention opened with Rev. Mare W. Darling delivering a masterly address. A General Congregational association session followed with sermons by Rev. Thrush and communal services led by Drs. Adams and Salter. Upcoming program includes lectures on ministerial work, church authority, and religious policy, with closing thoughts from Rev. M. W. Darling.
The passage notes that religion and many other topics will occupy so much time that there will be limited opportunity for other affairs. It reflects a concern with balancing discourse and public focus amid a busy schedule and many interests.
The school board in special session named the 1897 98 teaching corps led by principal Miss M J Coate and new building staff including Miss Nettle Durant Harrieh Stephens GC M Mentyre and Grace Wandt. Drawing instructor Jevaamine Jones and music head Mrs Borcenne Camp Lee join, with Gustin and Wandt from Burlington training school. Assistant principal post remains open as current Miss Mann did not apply.
The suffragist convention last week formed a permanent county society with officers elected: Lenette W. Butler president Flora A. Jones vice president Mary Rist secretary Caroine A. Ingham corresponding secretary Lena Madson treasurer J. E. Blackford auditor L. M. Stowe press committee. Rev Henrietta G. Moore spoke Wednesday and the convention left a favorable impression overall.
G M Johnson offers 13 new vehicle styles with bed rock prices. The 885 road wagon features feather cushion back support, full panel bellows spring, and a book, priced at 35. A sturdy family survey buggy priced 875. Act now to choose before season end.
Professor Lilly summarized three years of leadership at the Normal school, noting an average attendance of 62 students per term and an estimated payout surpassing 625 000 dollars. The report highlighted favorable growth and financial figures following Independence Day observations.
A promotional piece extols Dr. Fierce's Favorite Prescription for feminine health, claiming it strengthens reproductive organs, eases pregnancy, and aids recovery after childbirth. It includes testimonial from Mrs. Louisa Arthurs praising improved stomach and liver health and her child’s well being after using the medicines, and notes that Dr. Pierce's Pellets cure constipation.
A committee was appointed to consider future plans with C. C. Chubb, Dr. L. A. Sheetz, J. W. Robinson, Thos. F. Cooke and M. Starr named as members guiding the Alponus people during that era.
A new weather observer A Falkenhainer began posting daily weather signals in front of B. F. drug store at 109.1. The code uses six flags to indicate upcoming conditions from clear skies to heavy storms with temperature cues. Forecasts cover tonight and Thursday with likely showers and storms in western areas.
Personal mention includes F. L. McNall arriving from St Augustine to settle his father J N McNall estate and his wife and children nearby. Mrs Annie Walters arrives from Chicago for her sister Leota Sample and Bert Johnson wedding with two daughters, planning a three week county visit. Rev Mare W Darling closes Bronx City pastorship week with sermons. Editor Sinclair attends Britt Sunday School convention. Andy Smith sells Buffalo Center hardware and moves to Algona. Dr Studley and family return from southern Iowa trip. W W Wheeler and daughter Winnie join Des Moines association delegation.
Chester Call returns from a nearly 2000 mile circuit through Wisconsin Michigan and Illinois as delegates join the Congregational Association. Mason City Republican editor K Meyers attends while Mrs C R Lewis Irvington is reported ill but improving. Local visitors include L L Bassett Sheldon and W M Stary Maxwell.
Day Clock shop advertises Saturday May 22 offering a large line of oak and walnut 8 day clocks from The Gilbert New Haven Welch Ingram and Kroader Clock Co All strike hours and half hours with prices from 3 50 to 2 67 plus a 3 year guarantee Sign of the Big Watch claims to lead others.
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